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The Kid-Friendly Tennessee Attractions You Should Visit

From thrilling roller coasters to lush gardens and historic stories, kids of all ages love visiting these Made in Tennessee destinations.

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Farragut, Tennessee Is a Great Place to Explore

Located at the intersection of Interstates 40 and 75, the town of Farragut is the perfect place for shopping, dining, history or the outdoors.

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Music

Add These Tennessee Music Festivals to Your Calendar

You don't have to travel around the nation to hear the Soundtrack of America. Just come to Tennessee where it was born and bred.

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EXPLORE TENNESSEE’S HIDDEN GEM

Unleash your inner explorer and immerse yourself in Knoxville, a city that marries Southern charm with a cosmopolitan spirit. From live music and art gallery showings to authentic, breath-taking outdoor experiences, Knoxville offers something for everyone. Dive into the city's rich history, marvel at its architecture and savor its diverse culinary scene. 

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Music and Arts
Music and Arts

Through Maker spaces, art galleries, eclectic venues and historic theatres, art and music can be experienced and enjoyed throughout Knoxville.

Bijou Theatre
Arts & Entertainment

Bijou Theatre

The Bijou Theatre is one of East Tennessee’s oldest and most revered performance venues

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Tennessee Theatre
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Historic Tennessee Theatre

Official State Theatre of Tennessee

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Knoxville Museum of Art
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Knoxville Museum of Art

WDVX
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WDVX

East Tennessee's award-winning WDVX radio station offers daily concerts and streams lunchtime Americana music and roots worldwide.

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Connect to Nature
Connect to Nature

Hike, bike, climb, paddle, or stroll a riverside greenway. Begin your adventure in the Urban Wilderness just minutes from downtown.

Nature & Parks

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

47-acre public garden with over 200 years of horticultural history featuring walking trails, display gardens, and over two miles of distinctive stone walls . Located just 2.5 miles from downtown. Free admission. Open 365 days a year dawn to dusk

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Ijams Nature Center
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Ijams Nature Center

Urban Wilderness trail map
Outdoor Activities

Knoxville Urban Wilderness

An exceptional recreation and historic corridor in the heart of the city.

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Sunsphere
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Sunsphere

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History and Heritage
Relive History

History museums, historic house museums and civil war sites tell the rich story of Knoxville and the surrounding region.

History

East Tennessee History Center

Find your story at the East Tennessee History Center!

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Historic Homes of Knoxville
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Historic Homes of Knoxville

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African American History

Beck Cultural Exchange Center

A must see historical, educational and cultural experience about East Tennessee

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James White Fort
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James White Fort

Visitors tour the Fort each year and experience the frontier lifestyle through hands-on special events.

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Events
Events

Annual festivals and one of kind gatherings create opportunities for unforgettable experiences in Knoxville.

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Bijou Theatre

The War And Treaty - The Lovers Game Tour

The War And Treaty - The Lovers Game Tour at Bijou Theatre

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Chicago at Tennessee Theatre

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Historic Tennessee Theatre

Tanya Tucker - Sweet Western Sound Tour

Tanya Tucker - Sweet Western Sound Tour at Tennessee Theatre

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Claudio Simonetti's Goblin performing DEMONS

Claudio Simonetti's Goblin performing DEMONS at Bijou Theatre

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Still exploring? Try these popular ideas in and around Knoxville.

Eat & Drink

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

Knox Whiskey Works

Check out the place where it all happens; where we turn local products into our hand-crafted distilled spirits.

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Restaurants

J.C. Holdway

By using wood-fire techniques, we provide a nod to cooking in an old-world way.

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Phoenix Pharmacy, Knoxville
Desserts & Bakeries

The Phoenix Pharmacy and Fountain

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Places to Stay

A beautiful hotel room at THE TENNESSEAN Hotel located by Market Square in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Hotels, Inns & Resorts

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel, Knoxville's only AAA Four Diamond award hotel, is an 82-room personal luxury hotel just steps from the city's iconic Market Square featuring beautiful mountain views.

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The Oliver Hotel, Knoxville
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The Oliver Hotel

Quality Inn & Suites Waterpark
Hotels, Inns & Resorts

Quality Inn & Suites Waterpark

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Things to Do

Three Rivers Rambler Depot
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The Three Rivers Rambler

Scenic train excursion in Knoxville, TN

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University of Tennessee Football
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University of Tennessee Football

The Tennessee Volunteers football program represents the University of Tennessee in the sport of American football.

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Volunteer Landing

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Spring & Summer Festivals in Tennessee

It's time to start planning for a spring and summer vacation.

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Appalachian Quilt Trail in Tennessee
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Tennessee's Rural Roads: Home to the Appalachian Quilt Trail

The stories of Tennessee's rural communities can be found along The Appalachian Quilt Trail.

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Sink Creek Falls
Tennessee Inspiration

Secret Waterfalls in Tennessee

Little to no crowds. Places of instant respite. Explore these off-the-beaten-path Tennessee waterfalls.

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Fall foliage at Laurel-Snow State Natural Area near Dayton, TN
Outdoor Leisure

When Autumn Starts in Tennessee: 2023 Fall Foliage

For a moment in fall, Tennessee’s landscape comes alive with the warm glow of gold, crimson, and amber leaves. See when and where to catch the height of autumnal beauty throughout the state.

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Meeman Shelby State Park
Family

Some of the Top Family Fun Destinations to Visit in West Tennessee

Take the kids on a fun-filled trip through West TN to experience outdoor adventure, 3,500 exotic animals and one of the top 20 urban parks in the U.S.

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