Downtown Knoxville
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Popular places to visit
World's Fair Park
Enjoy a stop at World's Fair Park, an entertaining place to visit 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Market Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Tennessee Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Tennessee Theatre during your stay in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Sunsphere Tower
You can find out about the history of Knoxville with a trip to Sunsphere Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Tennessee Vallley of Authority
After visiting Tennessee Vallley of Authority, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top college in 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
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Pigeon Forge: Helicopter Tour of Gatllinburg
Top hotels in Downtown Knoxville
Hilton Knoxville
Well appointed rooms, extremely clean. Hotel lobby is great with plenty of seating and a fireplace. Restaurant and Starbucks on site. Parking is validated each day when you return.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Beautiful hotel, great that it’s dog friendly, easy parking, very comfortable beds!
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
It's in a nice location and great room. It felt upscale. Only problem I had with the place is the paid parking, which was a valet service costing $38.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Immaculate property! The staff is super nice! Great visit
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
Great location!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Everything was great!
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Knoxville
Old City
Travelers come to Old City for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Historic Southern Railway Station and The Emporium Center while you're in town.
Emory Place
While Emory Place isn't home to many top sights, Historic Southern Railway Station and Tennessee Vallley of Authority are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mechanicsville
While Mechanicsville isn't home to many top sights, World's Fair Park and Historic Southern Railway Station are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old Sevier
Though Old Sevier might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Women's Basketball Hall of Fame and Volunteer Landing Park.
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.
Fourth and Gill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fourth and Gill and surrounding area, you can visit Historic Southern Railway Station and Tennessee Vallley of Authority.
