World's Fair Park Tours

Photo by Greg Taylor
Photo by Greg Taylor
Photo by Kelly Amanda
Photo by Kelly Amanda
Photo by Kelly Amanda
Photo by Kelly Amanda
Don't go home without stopping at Worlds Fair Park, one of the leading tourist hangouts. There's something for everyone here.

You'll find this tourist precinct in Downtown Knoxville. Once you've explored everything you can at World's Fair Park, check out nearby Sunsphere Tower, Ijams Nature Center, and Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.

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River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Gatlinburg
per person
Oct 9 - Oct 12
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Knoxville (TYS)
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
There are some Pros and some Cons to this property. The location is hard to beat, not on the Parkway but less than a 3 min walk to get there. The room size was nice and the bed was comfortable. For the cost though, I expected a more updated room. The flooring had been updated….mostly. There’s 1 wall where it didn’t go all the way to the wall and was missing the quarter round that was around the rest of the room. The kitchenette was nice to have but again, felt old and outdated, along with the bathroom. The toilet felt like it was 6 inches off the ground when you go to sit down and you end up with your knees at chin level.

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
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per person
Sep 20 - Sep 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DAL) to Knoxville (TYS)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,093 reviews)
The property was great. It felt like a decently modern cabin in the woods. The people working there are absolutely amazing. Super friendly and curteous. The location is quite easy to find, it is quite steep up the hill. Every hotel we stay I try to give a review based on 3 things. 1. Hospitality, 2. Premise and experience 3. Above and betodn beyond I would give it all a 5 star except the going above and and beyond. There was about 2 occasions where I needed little bit of help and both were failed. I needed to borrow a computer mouse for an hour, I had to check in

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Sunrise Ridge Resort

Sunrise Ridge Resort

3 out of 5
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per person
Sep 29 - Oct 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Knoxville (TYS)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The room had an odd smell to it and there was a stain on bedding and the sofa bed.

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Popular places to visit

Visit the observation deck for a great view of Knoxville. From the city's website: The Sunsphere was constructed for the 1982 World's Fair and during that time, it served as the symbol to the Fair. It was also home to a full service restaurant and the Observation Deck, which cost $2.00 for the elevator ride up for a visit. The Sunsphere closed to the public with the Fair's end and remained vacant or underutilized for most of its post-fair life. The Sunsphere and the Tennessee Amphitheater are the only structures that remain from the 1982 World's Fair.

Sunsphere Tower

4/5(272 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Knoxville with a trip to Sunsphere Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Sunsphere Tower
Very cool alley in downtown Knoxville

Market Square

4.5/5(716 reviews)

During your trip to Knoxville, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Market Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Market Square
Tennessee Vallley of Authority

Tennessee Vallley of Authority

After visiting Tennessee Vallley of Authority, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Tennessee Vallley of Authority
Great place to see a show!

Tennessee Theatre

4.5/5(70 reviews)

You can enjoy 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.

Tennessee Theatre
University of Tennessee

University of Tennessee

4.5/5(779 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top college in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

University of Tennessee

Knoxville Convention Center

4.5/5(161 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Knoxville Convention Center during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Knoxville Convention Center

Best Lodging Options Near World's Fair Park

Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN
Hilton Knoxville
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 out of 5
401 W Summit Hill Dr, Knoxville, TN
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4 out of 5
531 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

3 out of 5
530 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

4 out of 5
525 Henley St, Knoxville, TN
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3 out of 5
1109 White Ave, Knoxville, TN
Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

4 out of 5
507 South Gay St, Knoxville, TN
Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

3 out of 5
210 West Church Avenue, Knoxville, TN
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
The Oliver Hotel

The Oliver Hotel

3.5 out of 5
407 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN
The Oliver Hotel
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