Come Join Me as We
Explore Knoxville!
Whether you enjoy hiking, boating, sporting events, dining, shopping, or just want a great cup of coffee, Knoxville has plenty to offer.
And we’re going to explore it all. Well, at least we’re going to try.
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AROUND TOWN
Want something to do on your side of town? Or maybe you’re wanting to explore another part of town. We’ve got you covered.
Downtown
Market Square, Gay Street, the Old City, and UT Campus form the Downtown Area.
North
Includes the 4th & Gill neighborhood, Happy Holler Historic District, Fountain City & Halls
South
Kern’s Food Hall and Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness are the stars of this side of town
East
The Knoxville Zoo and Knoxville’s Botanical Garden are the headliners on this side of town
West
West Town Mall, Lakeshore Park, Galleries, and Restaurants highlight this side of town
Farragut
Located at the far west of Knox County, Farragut’s parks and restaurants are must visits
Smoky Mountains
Get away from it all when you explore America’s most visited national park and the towns that surround it
Beyond Knoxville
Sometimes, you need a day, or even a week, away. We’ll check out spots you can get to in a day or less.
ABOUT ME
Hi, I’m Lori, a long-time Knoxville resident.
I’m so glad you stopped in.

Whether you’ve lived here forever like me, or if you’ve just moved to our city, I’m sure you’ll agree — there’s a lot to love about Knoxville.
And I want us to explore it all. Sure we’ll look at some of the better known places, but I want to show you some of the hidden treasures that make Knoxville special.
But we won’t just be exploring the places. We’ll also be looking at some of the everyday people that make Knoxville great. And we’ll be answering some of the questions about Knoxville you don’t want to ask anyone else.
So if that appeals to you, I hope you’ll sit back, pour a cup of coffee (or tea), grab a biscotti, and join me in exploring Knoxville.