Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide

Knoxville

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A sunset over a calm body of water with a boat's rigging in the foreground.
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Market Square

9.2/10 (2,277 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Rp625.135
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Admission Ticket

Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Admission Ticket

Rp177.717
per adult
Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Rp571.552
per adult
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours
Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Rp222.380
per adult
Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend

Rp219.869
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Rp464.386
per adult
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours
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Top hotels in Downtown Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.090.546 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.090.546
Rp2.472.071 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Hilton Knoxville
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 out of 5
401 W Summit Hill Dr Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.158.668 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.158.668
Rp2.552.626 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"I liked that the staff was friendly and helpful. I did not like the $25 parking fee and there were gnats in my room. The refrigerator was too tiny to put my left over dinner in. 😕"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

3 out of 5
530 S Gay St Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.331.184 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.331.184
Rp2.756.625 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,091 reviews)
"Great hotel and a convenient location. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4 out of 5
531 Henley Street Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.820.982 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.820.982
Rp3.723.015 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"Great stay! The front desk and valet staff were amazing! Shout out to the golf cart that my son loved!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

4 out of 5
525 Henley St Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.109.125 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.109.125
Rp2.494.040 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

2.5 out of 5
618 West Main St Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.090.546 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.090.546
Rp2.472.070 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Knoxville

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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.

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East Knoxville

East Knoxville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum and Knoxville Zoo while in the area.

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Cedar Bluff

Cedar Bluff is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dead Horse Lake Golf Course and Bagwell Tennis Center while in the area.

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Knoxville West

If you're spending some time in Knoxville West, Turkey Creek Shopping Center and Topgolf Knoxville are top sights worth seeing.

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Bearden

While visiting Bearden, you might make a stop by sights like West Town Mall and Bearden Antique Mall.

Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide