Old City
Knoxville
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Knoxville Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Knoxville Zoo home during your trip to 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.
West Town Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at West Town Mall during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants 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
Pigeon Forge: Helicopter Tour of Gatllinburg
Top hotels in Old City
Hilton Knoxville
Great location and friendly staff
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West
The room was fine. The woman at the front desk was very pleasant. Lobby was clean. Our only concern was that it appeared since the weather was FREEZING outside there were several street people staying in the motel. Several appeared to be under the influence. We stayed in our room for the ...
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Hilton Knoxville Airport
Room was great, front desk personnel are fantastic. Wish they offered park and fly, very inconvenient and expensive moving car to airport parking lot
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
The reception staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming. The room was spotless and the bathroom was like a spa.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
Great location, great staff, and a terrific stay.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport
Check in and check out was super easy and fast, the room was clean, beds were comfy, and staff were pleasant. Breakfast was also good!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Emory Place
While Emory Place isn't home to many top sights, Historic Southern Railway Station and Market Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Bijou Theater and Tennessee Theatre while you're in town.
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 Covenant Health 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.
Happy Holler Historic District
While Happy Holler Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Historic Southern Railway Station and The Emporium Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old North Knoxville
Though Old North Knoxville might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Historic Southern Railway Station and Market Square.
