Unlock the doors to the wonders of Tennessee.  Journey to Knoxville, a town rich in history and culture. 

 Experience its festive spirit and natural treasures.  Choose it as your next vacation destination and have the time of your life 

With a privileged location on the eastern part of the state of Tennessee, and within close proximity to the Appalachian Mountains, it’s no wonder it’s become a sought-after vacation getaway. 

Knoxville offers the ideal year-round escape with a plethora of outdoor pursuits, festivals and cultural events.  Gourmands will have the opportunity to savor authentic barbecue treats, the acclaimed southern cuisine and mouthwatering soul foods. 

Nature enthusiasts will be more than pleased with the array of green spaces.  With places like the Ijams Nature Center visitors will get the chance to spend hours delighting with the scenery of the Tennessee River.  Kids of all ages will draw much joy from the Knoxville Zoological Gardens, home to more than eight hundred animal varieties.  And to get the best views of the city and surrounding mountains, the World Fair Park will not disappoint.  It boasts an imposing tower known as the Sunsphere, graced with viewing decks always open to tourists.

As you set out to discover the landmarks and icons of Knoxville, you’ll come across the James White’s Fort, once owned by the city’s founder, James White.  Its interior represents the lavishness of a more glamorous era, and its displays reflect the town’s rich past.  Another historical site worth paying attention to is the Blount Mansion.  As you’ll see, it still maintains an old world allure that’s felt throughout its stunning grounds and is embodied in its exquisite furnishings.  

Plantations were once the life of the state.  Today they remain beautiful venues where out-of-towners can get a feel for what life was like in prior centuries.  The Ramsey House Plantation is a fantastic example with its magnificent Georgian style mansion.        

And while touring the museums and galleries that abound, don’t miss the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame.  Walk through the halls of the Knoxville Museum of Appalachia or the Knoxville Museum of Art, housing five outstanding galleries. 

But don’t leave without enjoying the scenery afforded by the Great Smoky Mountains.  It’s yet another of the Knoxville assets.