East Knoxville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Rachel Lynn
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Popular places to visit

University of Tennessee

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.

University of Tennessee
Neyland Stadium

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.

Neyland Stadium
Thompson–Boling Arena

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.

Thompson–Boling Arena
Market Square

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.

Market Square
Tennessee Theatre

Tennessee Theatre

You can make plans for 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 Theatre
World's Fair Park

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.

World's Fair Park

Activities

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Our guides will tell stories that will make you want to know more about Knoxville's haunted past.

Knoxville Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour

AU$48
per adult
Knoxville Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
Pigeon Forge: Helicopter Tour of Gatllinburg

Pigeon Forge: Helicopter Tour of Gatllinburg

AU$286
per adult
Pigeon Forge: Helicopter Tour of Gatllinburg
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems

Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems

AU$121
per adult
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Helicopter Ride in Smoky Mountain Sevierville Douglas Lake Tour

Helicopter Ride in Smoky Mountain Sevierville Douglas Lake Tour

AU$154
per adult
Helicopter Ride in Smoky Mountain Sevierville Douglas Lake Tour
The Ultimate Jet Boat Adventure in Smoky Mountains

The Ultimate Jet Boat Adventure in Smoky Mountains

AU$286
per adult
The Ultimate Jet Boat Adventure in Smoky Mountains
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Our pick of the best East Knoxville Hotel Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

3 out of 5
5423 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville, TN
The price is AU$101 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$101
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (1,071 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN
The price is AU$193 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$193
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,637 reviews)
"Really great location can walk to most things or grab public transportation nearby. Breakfast was included and was a great portion and very good quality."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Hilton Knoxville
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 AU$246 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$246
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf resort in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,921 reviews)
"Door knobs in the room need tightening. No vending machine on the 4th floor, inconvenient to have to go to another floor. Grill not open on Saturday when there’s a 3000-person car show in the center and their food is cafeteria-type food quality. Front desk was accommodating, especially Toni, so friendly ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
Pigeon River Inn

Pigeon River Inn

2.5 out of 5
1931 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is AU$136 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$136
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,166 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Clean room. Really love this hotel!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Pigeon River Inn
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 AU$541 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$541
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Sevierville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,681 reviews)
"Room was clean parking great close to by-pass making the commute from one side of pigeon forge to the other easy. We were a little disappointed as the resort had a putt putt course but the course was neglected. Everything else was nice but they should spend a little money to redo the carpet on the ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

The Resort at Governor's Crossing
Best Western Plus Apple Valley Lodge Pigeon Forge

Best Western Plus Apple Valley Lodge Pigeon Forge

2.5 out of 5
1949 Parkway, Apple Valley, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is AU$155 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$155
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"We were thoroughly pleased with our stay here. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean, the breakfast they provide was really good, and the pool area was kept clean. Its a hotel we will definitely come back to!"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Apple Valley Lodge Pigeon Forge
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Other neighbourhoods around East Knoxville

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Parkridge

Parkridge might not have many top sights, but Covenant Health Park and Historic Southern Railway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Parkridge
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Fourth and Gill

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

Fourth and Gill
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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.

Old City
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Old Sevier

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Old Sevier and surrounding area, you can visit Bijou Theater and Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum.

Old Sevier
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Old North Knoxville

While there might not be top attractions in Old North Knoxville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Historic Southern Railway Station and Market Square.

Old North Knoxville
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Emory Place

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

Emory Place

East Knoxville Travel Guide

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