Happy Holler Historic District Travel Guide
Knoxville
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Popular places to visit

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.
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 Happy Holler Historic District

Hilton Knoxville
"No free, freshly brewed coffee in the lobby in the morning? Most chains offer that. At almost $800 a night don’t want to have to buy at Starbucks. And barely any amenities in the room -very disappointing!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"Amazing stay from check in to check out."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
"Very nice hotel. Great service with great staff. Appreciated the complementary bottled water, turndown service, classy and comfortable room, quiet and cozy dining room, etc.. Only complaint is that when I received the bill, there were many "extra" charges such as parking (very expensive for a city ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
"Breakfast was poor, minimal choices"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville North
"Amazing and great. Loved it."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Happy Holler Historic District

Fourth and Gill
Though Fourth and Gill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Covenant Health Park and Historic Southern Railway Station.

Old North Knoxville
While there might not be top attractions in Old North Knoxville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Covenant Health Park and Market Square.

Emory Place
When in Emory Place, you can plan a visit to Historic Southern Railway Station and Covenant Health Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

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.


