Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Knoxville

Christine H. • August 13, 2016Street artists, restaurants, bars. Go for a stroll & people-watch.

Bill M. • April 23, 2013Great place to just get out of your hotel room and enjoy the weather or just read a little.

Jessica K. • December 31, 2012This is my favorite spot for trail running in all of Knoxville. The river walk is gorgeous and don't forget about the trails around Mead's Quarry and Ross Quarry. Miles and miles to explore

Crystal P. • August 28, 2016Great park with lots of activity choices. Soccer fields, dog park, walking/running track, pond, disc golf course. Covered picnic area with tables and restrooms.

Tim K. • May 1, 2013There's a great new labyrinth here. It's worth the time to check it out!

Jennifer M. • November 27, 2011I went here a lot last summer. A lot of fun walking and with the dogs also. :)

Michael P. D. • March 23, 2014Several miles of path to run or walk near beautiful old style houses and open fields near water.

Ted L. • July 28, 2018A very nice park with children’s playground, paved trail, and pavilions. picnic Separated from Broadway by a ravine, it’s still close to the street and can be noisy with passing vehicles.

Lisa C. • April 26, 2014Great place to go for a hike. Part if ijams nature center. Also boats for rent, and 3 afternoons/evenings, the beer market has a tent selling beer. How awesome!

Tyler H. • March 1, 2019Peaceful and safe / pet friendly / restrooms

Stacy C. • August 16, 2016Pretty little park to walk through while at market square. There are some shaded areas and benches.

David H. • August 5, 2016Pretty good running trail, although it can be crowded.

McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture • October 24, 2012Want to play, eat, read, or rest before or after your museum visit? There's plenty of space and benches just in front of the museum at Circle Park.

Dana S. • May 22, 2011Very cool place; pic is of a structure built entirely of flexible twigs and you can go inside of it. It spirals around, hence its name, Spipral, by Kelly Brown's Laurel High class.

Susanne U. • June 24, 2016Most beautiful parks in Knoxville. Close to Kingston pike. Lots of parking available. Great for jogging

Bill M. • April 23, 2013The banana pudding here in Knoxville is fantastic!!!!!

David R. • January 15, 2015Great place to take your dog. I normally take my knee replaced Sunday she really enjoys it

Michael L. • December 30, 2012An icon of the 1982 Worlds Fair, this landmark appeared in a March 1996 Simpsons Episode where he and three friends travel to the Sunsphere and find it is now the Wigsphere (a warehouse for a wigs)

Lacey P. • September 4, 2011Best time to come is late afternoon...when everyone gets off work!

Cynthia M. • August 9, 2014Cute park with nice playground and walking trail.

Leo K. • February 2, 2013SeaRay wifi BRN-Guest is very strong on cliff overlooking plant!

Evie W. • May 6, 2013Gorgeous morning route. Be aware that if the climate is muggy, you may have to fight mosquitoes! I find early mornings are your best bet!

Jordan • January 5, 2021Center of University Of TENNESSEE College Campus. Lively area.

Ronny D. • March 22, 2013A VERY Beautiful place on the lake, plenty of space. The Stables venue on the property is to die for!

Pat M. • April 17, 2010Check out the Farmers Market on Thursdays from 3 to 6.

Elena B. • September 13, 2014My dogs absolutely LOVE this park! The optional swimming area and play area is perfect! The people and pets are always so friendly! Favorite place to spend a Saturday :)

Rhiannon T. • August 11, 2013What a fun place! We loved the splash pad!

Marguerite L. • May 23, 2012Cute little park. Great for the fair and Christmas lights.

Jeffrey P. • April 6, 2013Nice place for a walk... Beautiful park with stream running through