Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Downtown Knoxville attractions

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Knoxville Convention Center

8.6/10 (814 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Knoxville Convention Center during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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Activities

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

AU$50
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems

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

AU$115
per adult
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

AU$37
per adult
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours
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Our pick of the best Downtown Knoxville Hotel Deals

Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave Knoxville TN
The price is AU$187 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$187
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Hilton Knoxville
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

3 out of 5
530 S Gay St Knoxville TN
The price is AU$255 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$255
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4 out of 5
531 Henley Street Knoxville TN
The price is AU$301 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$301
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean and acceptable to historical district ."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 out of 5
401 W Summit Hill Dr Knoxville TN
The price is AU$208 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$208
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"The Crowne Plaza Hotel in Knoxville is a fantastic luxury hotel with excellent service and phenomenal rooms—the beds are super comfortable. It is truly a hotel fit for royalty; a place I would definitely return to, thanks to its beauty, top-tier service and hospitality, and, of course, a very reasonable ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

4 out of 5
525 Henley St Knoxville TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$205 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$205
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (828 reviews)
"So honestly one of the nicest hotels I’ve stayed at the room was spacious and clean the beds were very large and comfortable and the view I had on my room was amazing, the only reason it didn’t receive 5 stars was because it’s basically a mandatory valet parking unless you want to find public parking ..."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3 out of 5
1109 White Ave Knoxville TN
The price is AU$231 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$231
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location clase to downtown, restaurants and bars"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Knoxville

Find the best Downtown Knoxville areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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East Knoxville

East Knoxville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum and Knoxville Zoo while in the area.

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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.

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Cedar Bluff

Cedar Bluff is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dead Horse Lake Golf Course and Bagwell Tennis Center while in the area.

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Knoxville West

If you're spending some time in Knoxville West, Turkey Creek Shopping Center and Topgolf Knoxville are top sights worth seeing.

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Bearden

While visiting Bearden, you might make a stop by sights like Bearden Antique Mall and West Town Mall.

Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide

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