Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide

Knoxville

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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

Rp614.145
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

Rp298.299
per adult
Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Rp560.352
per adult
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours
Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Rp215.560
per adult
Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend

Rp215.560
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Rp560.352
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 Rp2.419.050 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp2.419.050
Rp2.860.526 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 Rp2.487.961 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp2.487.961
Rp2.942.014 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 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 Rp2.720.648 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp2.720.648
Rp3.217.166 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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 ...
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4 out of 5
531 Henley Street Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.861.781 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
Rp2.861.781
Rp3.775.149 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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 ...
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

4 out of 5
525 Henley St Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.419.945 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp2.419.945
Rp2.861.586 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3 out of 5
1109 White Ave Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.799.404 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp2.799.404
Rp3.310.294 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Front desk was very friendly. We bought our dogs. They were very helpful. Location was great."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Downtown Knoxville

Find the best Downtown Knoxville areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Bearden Antique Mall and West Town Mall.

Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide