Welcome to Knoxville, Tennessee, a city where frontier history, college traditions, artistic energy, and bold ambitions come together along the banks of the Tennessee River. On this self-guided walking tour, you'll explore some of Knoxville's most fascinating landmarks and hidden stories. We'll trace the city's origins through the Treaty of the Holston and James White's Fort, discover how Tennessee took shape at Blount Mansion, stroll through the lively streets of downtown, and experience the creative spirit of the Old City. Along the way, you'll encounter iconic sights like the Tennessee Theatre, the giant basketball atop the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, the golden Sunsphere from the 1982 World's Fair, and the beautiful campus of the University of Tennessee. This tour covers approximately three miles and can be completed at a leisurely pace in about two to three hours. Feel free to pause whenever something catches your eye, stop for a meal in Market Square, or take time to enjoy the many parks and public spaces you'll encounter along the route. If you're driving to the beginning of the tour, we recommend parking at 600 Neyland Drive Parking, conveniently located near our starting point along the Tennessee River. As always with UCPlaces, the tour will guide you automatically as you walk, with stories beginning as you approach each point of interest. For the best experience, please remain aware of your surroundings, use designated crosswalks, and follow all local pedestrian signals. So lace up your walking shoes and get ready to discover a side of Knoxville that many visitors overlook. From frontier beginnings to a World's Fair that welcomed millions, Knoxville's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and community. Let's begin exploring.
Explore Knoxville with self-guided GPS audio tours designed to help you discover famous landmarks, hidden gems, and local stories at your own pace. With our tour app, enjoy guided walking tours, driving routes, and biking experiences that turn your phone into a personal travel guide. Whether it’s your first visit to Knoxville or a return trip, self-guided city tours make self travel easy, flexible, and unforgettable.
Hello there and welcome to this UCPlaces Where to Live tour of Knoxville, Tennessee. My name is Dave and I'll be showing you around on behalf of real estate expert Marcia Inklebarger. Marcia is an Affiliate Broker and Director of Marketing and Recruiting for Knoxville Real Estate Professionals. She was born and raised in Tennessee and graduated from the University of Tennessee right here in Knoxville, so she really knows her stuff. Go Vols! Marcia also studied dance for 20 years, and unapologetically admits she is addicted to coffee. Aside from real estate, Marcia loves to travel, cook and shop at some of the amazing local businesses I'll be showing you later in this tour. Marcia's approach to real estate is to treat everyone the way she would want to be treated. She treats clients like people, with honesty and integrity, while also educating buyers and sellers through their real estate journey. You can reach her at 865-659-7050 or 865-766-4090 if you have any questions. She would LOVE to chat with you! Take it from Marcia, "Home… is where your story begins." Speaking of beginning, let's get going on the tour! There's a convenient parking garage at the corner of Walnut and Wall Avenue. Follow your navigation and I'll meet you there!