Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Knoxville January 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Knoxville Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville.dx602977)[Hotels in Knoxville](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville-Hotels.d602977.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Knoxville](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Knoxville.d602977.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Knoxville Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Knoxville.d602977.Car-Hire-Guide)[Knoxville Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville.d602977.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Knoxville, TN ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Knoxville Types of activities Where to stay [Knoxville travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville.dx602977) ![Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60954-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60954-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg) ![Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60955-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60955-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg) ![Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60773-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60773-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg) ![Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60769-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60769-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg) ![Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60775-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Visit Knoxville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60775-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg) ## Knoxville Attractions Never one to shy away from unique ways to get inspired and broaden your horizons, you're eager to check out an exciting destination like a pro. It's not hard to fill your days, because Expedia can hook you up with lots of things to do. Find and book your activities now, and the only thing you'll have left to do is count the days until your getaway and dream about all the places you'll go! - The activities in Knoxville are not only among the best, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 16 things to do here, and you can make them yours beginning at just £8\. Get your favourite excursion on Expedia at a great value, and you'll still have enough cash for a fancy hotel or luxurious dinner while you are in town. - Knoxville is a favourite among thrill seekers similar to you. In fact, lots of travellers have been visiting to check out local hot spots and participate in the best activities, and most are already planning to come back. The top activities can catch the attention of even experienced travellers, and it's not hard to see why. Our activities includes an impressive range of historically themed excursions and excitement. With once in a lifetime chances like a [Adventureworks Climb Zip Swing Experience](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/adventureworks-climb-zip-swing-experience.a418941.activity-details), there are tons of things to do to choose from when you check out the top-quality excursions here at Expedia. Our activities are the best way to organise your trip. You'll need a bit of planning to really get the most out of Knoxville, especially when you want to schedule in trips to museums and outdoor activities. And we can tell you don't plan to sleep all day遥ou're ready to get out and take it all in. You're thrilled to sign up for the best activities around, and an afternoon walking through charming neighbourhoods is what you love best. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Knoxville | Number of things to do | 16 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour](/things-to-do/sounds-of-knoxville-self-guided-audio-gps-app-walking-tour.a51025302.activity-details): £8 | | Top 5 things to do | [Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour](/things-to-do/pigeon-forge-french-broad-river-helicopter-tour.a4576286.activity-details)[Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess](/things-to-do/knoxville-river-cruise-aboard-the-volunteer-princess.a48564054.activity-details)[Knoxville Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour](/things-to-do/knoxville-ghosts-tour.a46768884.activity-details)[Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend](/things-to-do/knoxville-scavenger-hunt-knoxvilles.a2552460.activity-details)[Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours](/things-to-do/knoxville-scruffy-city-ghosts-haunted-walking-tour.a47869878.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess](/things-to-do/knoxville-river-cruise-aboard-the-volunteer-princess.a48564054.activity-details)[Knoxville Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour](/things-to-do/knoxville-ghosts-tour.a46768884.activity-details)[Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend](/things-to-do/knoxville-scavenger-hunt-knoxvilles.a2552460.activity-details)[Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours](/things-to-do/knoxville-scruffy-city-ghosts-haunted-walking-tour.a47869878.activity-details)[Knoxville Bar Crawl Swell Times in Scruffy City](/things-to-do/knoxville-bar-crawl-swell-times-in-scruffy-city.a50669386.activity-details) | | With kids | [Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess](/things-to-do/knoxville-river-cruise-aboard-the-volunteer-princess.a48564054.activity-details)[Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours](/things-to-do/knoxville-scruffy-city-ghosts-haunted-walking-tour.a47869878.activity-details)[Knoxville Bar Crawl Swell Times in Scruffy City](/things-to-do/knoxville-bar-crawl-swell-times-in-scruffy-city.a50669386.activity-details)[City centre Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Ge...](/things-to-do/city-centre-knoxville-hidden-tour-w-ice-cream-coffee-tennessee-river-gems.a46077107.activity-details) | ## What to do in Knoxville --- ### Popular places to visit ![University of Tennessee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ac251c72bb2275673126bb951953983d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Tennessee-Knoxville.d6080281.Attraction) ![Thompson–Boling Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8843b2e5e82b6b70dc9154c47a019e50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/ThompsonBoling-Arena-Downtown-Knoxville.d6247671.Attraction) ![Neyland Stadium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/14b5cd3f64d40d0ef536a3e42389ae9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Neyland-Stadium-Downtown-Knoxville.d6091053.Attraction) ![World's Fair Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/284ba52492137e385ffaa8520e86301e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### World's Fair Park Enjoy a stop at World's Fair Park, an entertaining place to visit in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Worlds-Fair-Park-Downtown-Knoxville.d6247691.Attraction) ![Market Square](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/530b689399a2e89eecac53fc8ecfe108.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Market Square During your trip to Knoxville, you can enjoy retail therapy at Market Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Market-Square-Downtown-Knoxville.d6080277.Attraction) ![Tennessee Theatre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ea516bbd1e74c13956562b34229b8bea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tennessee Theatre You can make plans for a show at Tennessee Theatre during your stay in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tennessee-Theatre-Downtown-Knoxville.d6131853.Attraction) ![Sunsphere Tower](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d0e0573437ae9677e649df105e171121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunsphere Tower You can find out about the history of Knoxville with a visit to Sunsphere Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sunsphere-Tower-Downtown-Knoxville.d6080271.Attraction) ![Ijams Nature Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/717e3edabe5c7647850afa7821b4a6db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ijams Nature Center Explore the great outdoors at Ijams Nature Center, a lovely green space in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ijams-Nature-Center-Knoxville.d6080289.Attraction) #### Knoxville Convention Center 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville-Convention-Center-Downtown-Knoxville.d6080291.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Knoxville ![Knoxville showing markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60768-Knoxville-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville-Downtown-Knoxville.dx6059854) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ac251c72bb2275673126bb951953983d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville-Fort-Sanders.dx6349497) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/08cc3244c95040e6c14e19b6e28f8066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville-East-Knoxville.dx6059855) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8d52f78c90d3c14bb0eaf360416b24ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cedar Bluff 3/5(1 area review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville-Cedar-Bluff.dx6349498) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1c53b1ad8ffb1c60ec273c0160b21948.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Knoxville West If you're spending some time in Knoxville West, Turkey Creek Shopping Center and Topgolf Knoxville are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville-Knoxville-West.dx895938888839905280) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knoxville-Old-City.dx6292960) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Knoxville ![Sevierville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/484000/484835-gatlinburg-pigeonforce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sevierville ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Knoxville worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Knoxville? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Knoxville? ### Is three days enough to stay in Knoxville? ### Is Knoxville a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Knoxville with kids? > - [Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/knoxville-river-cruise-aboard-the-volunteer-princess.a48564054.activity-details) > - [Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/knoxville-scruffy-city-ghosts-haunted-walking-tour.a47869878.activity-details) > - [Knoxville Bar Crawl Swell Times in Scruffy City](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/knoxville-bar-crawl-swell-times-in-scruffy-city.a50669386.activity-details) > - [City centre Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Ge...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-centre-knoxville-hidden-tour-w-ice-cream-coffee-tennessee-river-gems.a46077107.activity-details) ### What to do in Knoxville for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Knoxville? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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