Top 3 Places to See in Knoxville, TN

World’s Fair Park

The World’s Fair Park was once the site of the 1982 World’s Fair hosted in Knoxville. The park features the Sunsphere, that was built for the 1982 fair. The Sunsphere is an observation deck where visitors can see a 360-degree view of the downtown area, the Tennessee River, the Smoky Mountains, and the University of Tennessee. World’s Fair Park is a public park and is also home to the Tennessee Amphitheater. From beautiful flowers to streams and waterfalls, the park offers natural beauty and miles of lawn. It’s the perfect place for a festival, performance, or special event.

Market Square

Located in downtown Knoxville is Market Square. Local restaurants, like the Frothy Monkey Coffee Shop, can be found in Market Square. There are a variety of shops, places to dine, and hotels in the area. It’s also pet-friendly and home to festivals and outdoor concerts. Just a few blocks away is the historic Tennessee Theater, which opened in 1928 as a movie theater.

University of Tennessee

Located right down the road from World’s Fair Park is the University of Tennessee campus, home of the Tennessee Volunteers. The campus is surrounded by green space. Additionally, the Torchbearer Statue stands on campus along with a statue of Smokey, the dog.

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