East Knoxville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Knoxville
Popular places to visit
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.
Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum
Explore the great outdoors at Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, a lovely green space 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 university 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.
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 top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Pigeon Forge: Ridge Runner Helicopter Tour
Our pick of the best East Knoxville Hotel Deals
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
Yes . But the crowd was overwhelming and you could not use the water park due to the very larg crowds
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
First thing the air wasn't working so the nice maintenance man tried to fix it then ended up replacing the whole unit then the kitchen plugs didn't work and our room was right bedside the housekeeping room so it was loud all day. Plus we had the only room on that side with no outside deck. If u have ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hilton Knoxville
Really nice staff! Clean rooms and a great restaurant plus a Starbucks on site!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Resort at Governor's Crossing
Super great for the price! We didn’t take advantage of the water park as we were there for cheer competition. We had so much room and the price was fantastic. Loved having the fireplace and kitchen in the room! Would def stay again. The staff were great!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Very nice and great location
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport
The pool was nice and warm. The breakfast could have more options. That is all.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Knoxville
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Old Sevier
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Old Sevier and surrounding area, you can visit Women's Basketball Hall of Fame and Volunteer Landing Park.
