Southside Waterfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 Southside Waterfront Hotel Deals
Hilton Knoxville
"The hotel was on point with most everything needed for travel. Only issue was breakfast was to be included and it was not readily available."
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
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
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 is broken. Hotel staff is iffy at best."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
"parking in the public parking is great if you leave on the weekend. The gates are open and its free."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Waterfront
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.
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.
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.
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.
Old City
Old City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Historic Southern Railway Station and The Emporium Center while you're in town.
Mechanicsville
Mechanicsville might not have many top sights, but World's Fair Park and Sunsphere Tower are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
