Top Things to Do in Powell and Knoxville

Visit the University of Tennessee, which is just a short walk, or trolley ride from Downtown Knoxville. Take a walk through the campus and enjoy the beautiful setting with the Tennessee River in the front yard and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the backyard.

The home of the Tennessee Volunteers football team, the Neyland Stadium is a sports stadium in Knoxville. It also hosts large conventions and has been the home to many National Football League exhibition games.

Visit the third-largest on-campus basketball arena in the country located at the University of Tennessee campus. This arena also hosts different concerts, special events, commencement ceremonies, and community activities every year. Visit this Arena and attend one of the fun events hosted here.

Spend an afternoon or evening in Market Square. Located only 10 minutes from Comfort Inn, Knoxville, this historic market is one of Knoxville's most public spots. With lots of places to eat, shop, work, and play, the Market Square is a great place to just hang out, try craft beers, and experience the great nightlife.

Spend time outdoors at this 300-acre wild playground with rocks, rivers, trails, and more. Connect with nature and go on a hike, ride, or paddle in this beautiful nature center.

Spend a quiet afternoon learning about the rich history and heritage of East Tennessee. You will find all kinds of information here from the history of Native Americans and the Civil War to World War II. If you are interested in learning about East Tennessee's people, land, and culture, then this is the place for you.

Spend a fun day with family at the Knoxville Zoo. A wonderful place to visit with kids, the Knoxville Zoo houses over 600 animals, ranging from elephants to penguins and rare red pandas.

The site of the 1982 World's Fair, this scenic park is a perfect place for festivals, performances, meetings, and conferences. At the same time, you can also spend quiet moments of personal reflection at this park as well. This park is also the home of the Knoxville Convention Center and the iconic Sunsphere which has elevators rides to the observation deck, where you can get a full view of the city, day, and night.

Visit the official state theatre of Tennessee and one of the rare great movie palaces from the early 1920s still in operation. This historic theatre hosts films, live music, and dance, and is a great place to see a concert or special event.

Enjoy more than 32,000 square feet of fun, with an assortment of hands-on and interactive experiences about the unique history and personalities of women's basketball. Perfect for all ages, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame also includes three basketball courses, a dribble racecourse, and an interactive locker room where visitors can hear a coach's actual half-time talk.

Enjoy a 90 minute trip along the scenic Tennessee river. Starting in Downtown Knoxville, this unique train journey will take you through various historical sites to the "Three Rivers Trestle" where the French Broad and Holsten Rivers join to form the Tennessee River. You will pass by beautiful farmland, Knoxville's first settlement area, and many rock quarries that were mined to build America's capital. Both the conductor and volunteer staff are well-versed in local history and will welcome questions from you during the 11-mile journey.

Experience fine dining at its best in the Volunteer Princess Cruise. The only modern and luxurious dining cruise on the upper Tennessee River, this 149 passenger yacht is ideal if you want to enjoy Knoxville's skyline. Take a ride on this cruise for an experience of a lifetime.

If you are looking for some cool outdoor adventure, then the Knoxville Urban Wilderness is the right place for you. This 100-acre park with multi-level downhill trails and a forest playground is a great place to go mountain biking. You can go hiking, climbing, paddling, or just wander about in the woods and take in the peace and quiet of the nature around you.

Marvel at the rich visual legacy of East Tennessee in the Knoxville Museum of Art. The museum, that celebrates the art and artists of the region has exhibits that showcase the history of the area, as well as new work from upcoming talent.

If you are a history buff, then the Museum of Appalachia is the right place for you. Set up in the form of a mountain farm village, this museum showcases the people of Southern Appalachia and the legacy they left behind. Take a self-guided tour and roam the 65 acres complete with 35 log cabins, barns, farm animals, churches, schools, and gardens.

Go on a shopping spree at the West Town Mall. Buy clothes, accessories, and gifts to take back home and enjoy the food that is available in the Food Court of the mall.

Visit the Knoxville Expo Center, one o the most popular event venues in Knoxville. This largest privately owned exhibition hall and events center is an ideal place for promotors and coordinators to host events in Knoxville. You can take a look at any exhibitions or be a part of events that are being organized at the center.

Enjoy an incredible experience with family at the Dollywood Amusement Park. Spanning 150 acres in the Great Smoky Mountains, this park offers more than 40 fun rides, high-energy entertainment, some of the finest dining areas, and the friendliest atmosphere in the world. You are sure to go back with memories of a lifetime after visiting this park.

Visit the resort city of Pigeon Forge with your family and make memories in the mountains. From rides for thrill-seekers, restaurants serving delectable food, to a wide variety of shows and attractions, this place has something unique to offer for every kind of traveler.

If you like shopping, then the Tanger Premium Outlets is an ideal place for you to spend your day. Visit this shopping mall and shop in the range of brand and designer outlet stores. Featuring some of the most premium brands in the country, this place is just right if you want to shop more for less.

Spend some well-deserved time in nature at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This national park located at the border between North Carolina and Tennessee is known for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of the ancient mountains, and the rich South Appalachian culture.