Old City
Knoxville
Popular places to visit
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Thompson–Boling Arena
Catch an event at Thompson–Boling Arena during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Neyland Stadium
Catch an event at Neyland Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
World's Fair Park
Enjoy a stop at World's Fair Park, an entertaining place to visit in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Market Square
During your trip to Knoxville, you can enjoy retail therapy at Market Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Tennessee Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Tennessee Theatre during your stay in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Top hotels in Old City
Hilton Knoxville
We were given a nice upgrade to the 18th floor, with excellent view. Thank you, staff! The valet parking worked well with courteous and efficient staff. The lobby was festive for the Christmas season. Mostly, we liked the convenience of being near Market Square.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Beautiful hotel, great that it’s dog friendly, easy parking, very comfortable beds!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Knoxville Airport
Yes and Yes
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Knoxville West- Cedar Bluff Rd by IHG
The staff was friendly and helpful from check-in to check-out. Our room was clean and comfortable; and the lobby was decorated beautifully with the warmth of Christmas.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN
From pulling in to the parking lot, to walking in to the lobby, to then entering my room, the most notable thing about this Country Inn and Suites was the cleanliness. It was very comfortable and inviting. The front desk service was extremely friendly and professional. Had to leave before breakfast ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
WoodSpring Suites Knoxville West
Good
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Emory Place
When in Emory Place, you can plan a visit to Historic Southern Railway Station and Tennessee Vallley of Authority, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
Fourth and Gill
Though Fourth and Gill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Historic Southern Railway Station and Tennessee Vallley of Authority.
Mechanicsville
Mechanicsville might not have many top sights, but World's Fair Park and Historic Southern Railway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Happy Holler Historic District
Happy Holler Historic District might not have many top sights, but Historic Southern Railway Station and The Emporium Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Old North Knoxville
While there might not be top attractions in Old North Knoxville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Historic Southern Railway Station and Tennessee Vallley of Authority.
