Downtown Knoxville
Knoxville
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Charles Krutch Park
Charles Krutch Park is just one of the places to see in Knoxville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? 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
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Top hotels in Downtown Knoxville
Hilton Knoxville
"Good stuff: - Good location, walking distance to Market square and Gay street. - Best part was the breakfast at the restaurant they partner with that is very good. Problematic: There were workmen at our window at the crack of dawn...which woke us up one morning and startled us the other. Shower heads ..."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"In town for Savannah Bananas- it was a great spot to sleep- we were not in the hotel much at all."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
"We’re in town the track and field state championships at UT and enjoyed our stay at Hyatt Place Knoxville."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
"Fantastic, as always."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
"Nice property and very friendly staff. Had a pleasant stay here I would like to suggest to add couple of vegan/vegetarian main course options."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Room clean. Lots of construction noise Did not use valet due to it being $45 a day. Parked in free lot across the street. Room spacious. Bed comfortable"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
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.
Old Sevier
While Old Sevier might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Knoxville Riverboat Company and Volunteer Landing Park.
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 Knoxville Riverboat Company and Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.
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.
Southside Waterfront
While Southside Waterfront isn't home to many top sights, Thompson–Boling Arena and Neyland Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
