THE 30 BEST Places to Visit in Knoxville (UPDATED 2024)
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What travellers are saying

  • Marsh
    19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Restaurants and shops were great. When we went, the farmers' market was going, and it was great. This Market Square had a wonderful ambiance.
    Written 23 May 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • H bug
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great place to walk/hike! Can’t wait to pander board at the Quarry! Great place for families, and solo travelers!!!!!!
    Written 14 March 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • scottaerwin
    Knoxville, TN1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You simply cannot miss this theater. Kinky Boots was beyond spectacular and every show I have ever seen is way above a college experience.
    Written 4 May 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Tammy
    Conroe, TX1,659 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Really nice Zoo. Lots of Animals and nice shaded areas. They have an Amazing Red Panda breeding program. Not my first time seeing a Red panda but first time being that close to one.

    A couple downfalls are that they are doing construction in some areas so some animals weren't out. That's fine but I would expect a discount of some sort. Another thing is we had to wait for them to clean the elephant exhibit so we had to wait until noon.

    Definitely, worth a visit! Expect half a day.
    Written 11 August 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • V S
    St. Augustine, FL20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It looks small, but it is packed full of history! Singers, actors, to every day life so well displayed. And to be able to go and do research too, Wow!
    Written 29 August 2023
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  • Eric B
    12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just moved from CA to TN and while searching things to do I was advised to the museum. The staff very friendly and the best part is the free admission.
    I like the displays once I get settle I am going to bring a friend that enjoys art
    Written 28 April 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • LostInTime
    Pittsburgh, PA20,259 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a very nice looking old theater. It looks to be in great shape and it’s cool that it’s still around. It looks like a lot of fairly large acts come to Knoxville.
    Written 20 May 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • PT B
    Olathe, KS620 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Greeter/ticket salesman advice was well worth the $5 admission.
    Despite notices that you must reserve and buy tickets in advance, we bought our tickets at the top of the elevator. Perhaps it is much busier in season and they must avoid overcrowding. View is nice but not stunning. Outside viewing windows must be cleaned once every year in spring. There is performance area at the base where concerts or plays could be performed.
    Written 3 November 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Anita S
    Conway, AR195 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful area and park. Well kept. Easy to walk for exercise or pleasure. Plenty of benches to sit and relax on as well. The water fountain is beautiful.
    Written 1 October 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Dawn H
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Took our son to Vols last home game of the season. Traveled from Pennsylvania where Penn State is everything to most. The team spirit and positive vibe before, during and after the game was fantastic.
    Written 15 November 2022
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  • tinkerbsb
    Mount Juliet, TN853 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Ok I will say this is hard to find my GPS kept telling me we had arrived, and we had not. I drove around in circles for about 20 minutes before I finally flagged down a campus cop and asked if they knew where this was. He gave me directions right to it. Then as you pull in there is a little building that you stop at and get a 2 hr parking pass. We didnt need that long but almost. The building isnt huge and but I did think it was really interesting and I liked all of it. Yes, they had two displays closed because those items were going back to their rightful owners. But overall I felt it was worth the time and we enjoyed it.
    Written 22 May 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Liz H
    Chattanooga, TN5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely the best place for all things collectible!! Amazing location and staff, this place is a must-see! They have something for literally everyone!!
    80's TV shows? Yep!
    Video game merchandise? Yep!
    Anime? Yep!
    Pro and college sports? Yep!
    Pro wrestling? Yep!
    Superheros and comics? Yep!
    Tons more? YEP!!!
    This is the largest Funkopop Store around, and they will be able to find what you are looking for at great prices! They always have special guests and celebrities that you can meet on their calendar, so make sure you look that up to plan you visit!
    Written 4 April 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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