East Knoxville Travel Guide

Knoxville

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Knoxville Zoo

8.6/10 (604 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Rp628.810
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

Rp305.422
per adult
Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Rp431.184
per adult
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours
Ancient Lore Village Scenic Tour and Lunch

Ancient Lore Village Scenic Tour and Lunch

Rp2.676.934
per adult
Ancient Lore Village Scenic Tour and Lunch
Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Rp221.161
per adult
Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend

Rp221.161
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
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Top hotels in East Knoxville

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

3 out of 5
5423 Asheville Hwy Knoxville TN
The price is Rp1.064.322 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp1.064.322
Rp1.258.676 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites

Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites

4 out of 5
1424 Old Knoxville Highway Sevierville TN
The price is Rp2.270.190 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp2.270.190
Rp3.256.666 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Wilderness at the Smokies and Tanger Outlets ...
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave Knoxville TN
The price is Rp1.989.819 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp1.989.819
Rp2.352.961 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,146 reviews)
"Staff is excellent, location is great. It’s been my regular experience when rooms are booked through a third party such as Expedia, hotels assign the least desirable rooms on the property. Property is great overall but the rooms at this property are very dated. Bathrooms are very small. Beds are ..."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Hilton Knoxville
The Resort at Governor's Crossing

The Resort at Governor's Crossing

3.5 out of 5
225 Collier Drive Sevierville TN
The price is Rp2.273.819 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp2.273.819
Rp2.563.935 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Sevierville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Resort at Governor's Crossing
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

3.5 out of 5
190 Gists Creek Road Sevierville TN
The price is Rp1.943.544 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp1.943.544
Rp2.888.458 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

3 out of 5
209 Advantage Place Knoxville TN
The price is Rp2.123.018 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp2.123.018
Rp2.510.470 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
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Where to stay in East Knoxville

Find the best East Knoxville areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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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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.

East Knoxville Travel Guide