South Woodlawn Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Woodlawn
Popular places to visit
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Neyland Stadium
Catch an event at Neyland Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Thompson–Boling Arena
Catch an event at Thompson–Boling Arena during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Knoxville Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Knoxville Zoo home during your holiday in Knoxville? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Market Square
During your trip to Knoxville, you can enjoy retail therapy at Market Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
West Town Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at West Town Mall during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Activities
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Pigeon Forge: Ridge Runner Helicopter Tour
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Our pick of the best South Woodlawn Hotel Deals
Hilton Knoxville
"Staff very nice but property is run down and needs repair and updating."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
"We were VERY happy with our room. It was clean and comfortable. The water parks were fun."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"Yes the breakfast was good. Staff were all excellent. The $700 cost was steep but we got to see our grand daughter graduate. O yeah, the bartender was good even at 11 o’clock Friday night."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
"Well this is my third year here and this was the worse stay the majority of the park was closed our room tub was back up holding water so after two people shower it was filled to the top with water due to the clogged and tv in the room hdmi ports were modify so the kids couldn’t hook up there ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
"The rooms are beautiful and generous in size, especially the shower. The location is both close to campus and to Gay street. The Drawing room staff were exceptionally friendly when we stopped for a cocktail."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport
"Elevator not operating."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Woodlawn
South Haven
Though South Haven may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ijams Nature Center and Knoxville Riverboat Company.
Old Sevier
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Old Sevier and surrounding area, you can visit Knoxville Riverboat Company and Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.
Old Sevier
While Old Sevier isn't home to many top sights, Knoxville Riverboat Company and Women's Basketball Hall of Fame are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southside Waterfront
While Southside Waterfront isn't home to many top sights, Thompson–Boling Arena and Neyland Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
Fort Sanders
Unique features of Fort Sanders include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Neyland Stadium or Thompson–Boling Arena while you're exploring the area.
