Food scene
Chivo is one of my favorites! They have a great selection of tequila and tacos. Their quesadillas are also amazing!
45 locals recommend
Chivo Taqueria
314 S Gay StChivo is one of my favorites! They have a great selection of tequila and tacos. Their quesadillas are also amazing!
Emilia is the go to spot for Italian food in Knoxville. If you go, start with their focaccia!
35 locals recommend
Emilia
16 Market SquareEmilia is the go to spot for Italian food in Knoxville. If you go, start with their focaccia!
Litton’s is the perfect spot if you want to stay in Fountain City and are looking for a good, classic meal! They are famous for their burgers.
38 locals recommend
Litton's Market, Restaurant & Bakery
2803 Essary DrLitton’s is the perfect spot if you want to stay in Fountain City and are looking for a good, classic meal! They are famous for their burgers.
Neighborhoods
Market Square is the main city center in downtown Knoxville. Lots of cute shops and restaurants!
270 locals recommend
Market Square
Market Square is the main city center in downtown Knoxville. Lots of cute shops and restaurants!
Sequoyah is a great spot to go on a scenic walk. In addition to the boulevard, there’s also a large park that runs along the river.
15 locals recommend
Sequoyah Hills
Sequoyah is a great spot to go on a scenic walk. In addition to the boulevard, there’s also a large park that runs along the river.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Ijams is a great spot for an urban hike.
There’s a boardwalk along the river as well as mountain biking and hiking trails surrounding a quarry. For more information visit https://www.ijams.org/trail-maps-closures.
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Market Square
Market Square is the city center in downtown Knoxville! It has a lot of cute shops and great restaurants. Don’t forget to venture into the old city, just north of downtown.
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House Mountain
House Mountain is a 20 minute drive from the house. It’s a bit of a climb, but the views of the smokies and of the valley are stunning!