Old City Travel Guide
Knoxville

Visit Old City
Stay near popular Old City attractions
Things to do

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Admission Ticket

Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Top hotels in Old City

Hilton Knoxville

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville West

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"That we could not find parking and paid 25.00 was not at all expected. Left and came back 30 minutes later.. spent 30.00 while we drove around 30 minutes. Wrong to get charged parking when staying at the hotel. We will look into other places next time."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
"Indoor/outdoor pool was great. The room was extremely clean as was the rest of the hotel. The staff were extremely nice and the continental breakfast was perfect. Great job to this hotel and all the people helping keep it running."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Old City

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.

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.

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.

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.

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



















