Old City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit Old City
Stay near popular Old City attractions
Activities

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals

Hilton Knoxville

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville West

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN
"The room was very clean."
Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"Charging people $25 a night to park when they’re already paying a significant rate for a room is pretty rotten and not disclosing it in plain view when you booked it."
Reviewed on 23 July 2026

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
"Beautiful hotel with clean, comfortable rooms and a great breakfast. It’s located in a beautiful, clean area of downtown. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and we truly enjoyed our stay. They have a valet parking, but also one block behind the building is a public parking for a small fee. Highly ..."
Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Ancient Lore Village
"The room was immaculate and so cool it transports you in time. The only thing I will say is if you you the Gremlins den and they are having an event be prepared to have noises above you until about 10pm. Besides that our stay was amazing and can't wait to book again."
Reviewed on 10 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Old City

Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.

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.

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.

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.

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


















