Knoxville, Tennessee

Discover Knoxville, an electric city tucked between the Tennessee River and the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. Its thriving downtown atmosphere, sports culture, and unique Southern flavors make this a city you can’t miss out on.

Knoxville has carved out its own identity from other southern cities. As the original capital of Tennessee in 1798, it has a rich history of being a major center of commerce and culture. Its rise to popularity in the business world came in the early 1900s when it became a large marble distributor. This earned Knoxville the catchy nickname of “The Marble City.”

Another major event in Knoxville’s history was the infamous 1982 World’s Fair event. To encourage visitors, the iconic structure, known as the Sunsphere was built for this event to help the city on the map. Complete with glittering windows plated with real 24 karat gold, you can still visit this structure to this day and experience all Knoxville has to offer.

If you’re a sports fan, visit a Knoxville Smokies game, located in downtown Knoxville’s Covenant Health Park. This minor league baseball team delivers lively games and a family-friendly atmosphere. But the sports culture doesn’t stop there. With the University of Tennessee just around the corner, stop by a Tennessee Volunteers game and enjoy the real college football atmosphere.

No Tennessee city would be complete without a thriving music scene, and Knoxville is no exception. With legends like Dolly Parton hailing from just nearby, it’s no surprise that music is at the heart of the city. To experience it for yourself, catch the WDVX Blue Plate Special, a live radio show that brings local and national artists to the stage every week.
If you start to get hungry, Knoxville’s exciting downtown streets pack a punch for foodies. For a more refined dining experience, visit J.C. Holway, a James Beard Award Winning hotspot that combines wood-fired meats, fresh produce, and a Southern twist.

Local restaurant, Curious Dog Hotdogs & Sandwiches, also offers delicious food options that can quickly satisfy your appetite. If you’re craving a traditional hotdog, try a Plain Jane or branch out with the Texan or Daytona for a unique burst of flavor that won’t leave you wanting more.

All this food might work up your sweet tooth. Don’t worry! There are so many great dessert options to choose from! One option, located on the iconic Gay Street, just a block away from the Tennessee theatre, is The Phoenix Pharmacy and Ice Cream Parlor. This one-of-a-kind place offers you the ability to eat some delicious ice cream and milkshakes while filling your monthly prescriptions!

Once you’ve had your fill of Knoxville’s flavors, trade your fork for a harness and head into the treetops with Navitat Knoxville. Navitat’s endless ropes courses and ziplines right in the trees give you a thrill and a taste of Knoxville’s natural environments.

Whether you are visiting a Knoxville Smokies baseball game, walking around Market Square in the heart of downtown Knoxville, or flying through the treetops, Knoxville is sure to be a place you will get LOST IN!