Knoxville, University town in Tennessee, United States
Description
Knoxville is a city in Tennessee along the Tennessee River that spreads across the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, mixing urban neighborhoods with nearby natural areas. Over 80 kilometers of trails run through parks and along waterways, linking downtown streets with wooded hills and riverside stretches.
History
The city was founded in 1786 and named after Henry Knox, the first United States Secretary of War. It served as the original capital of Tennessee until 1819, when the government moved to another location.
Culture
The Tennessee Theatre and Clarence Brown Theatre host performances throughout the season, while Market Square regularly fills with outdoor concerts, festivals, and neighborhood gatherings. Local breweries along the Knoxville Ale Trail draw both residents and travelers who stop by taprooms to sample regional beers and spend time with friends.
Practical
The downtown area includes over 90 restaurants and local shops where you can orient yourself and spend an afternoon browsing or eating. The Knoxville Ale Trail connects several breweries across the urban area, offering a route for those interested in visiting local taprooms.
Did you know?
The Sunsphere was built for the 1982 World's Fair and rises 81 meters (266 feet) tall, with an observation deck perched at the top above the city. From up there, you can look out across rooftops and surrounding hills, a perspective that few visitors seek out today.
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Neyland Stadium
757 m
Tau Beta Pi
441 m
Sunsphere
5 m
Knoxville College
2.2 km
Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
1.1 km
Zoo Knoxville
5.3 km
Kingston Pike
3.2 km
Market Square
510 m
World's Fair Park
59 m
Tennessee Theatre
356 m
Seven Islands State Birding Park
20.9 km
Ayres Hall
527 m
Andrew Johnson Building
701 mSharp's Ridge
4.9 km
Old Gray Cemetery
1.4 km
Ramsey House
9 km
Bijou Theatre
604 m
Daniel House
4.9 km
William Blount Mansion
736 m
Knox County Courthouse
583 m
Gay Street Bridge
880 m
Tennessee School for the Deaf
4 km
Bleak House
3.3 km
Chilhowee Park
5.4 km
Marble Springs
8.3 km
White's Fort
686 m
Candoro Marble Works
3.2 km
Henley Street Bridge
708 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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