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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The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
Downtown Pigeon Forge
Price was $1,088, price is now $427 per person
$427
per person
Jan 6 - Jan 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Knoxville (TYS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (705 reviews)
Upon entering the refrigerator in the room did not work, room was dirty, and parking was terrible

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4 out of 5
Downtown Knoxville
Price was $1,363, price is now $551 per person
$551
per person
Jan 6 - Jan 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Knoxville (TYS)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,017 reviews)
Beautiful suite views of fall from our window..Staff was very personalized and accommodating. Will definitely come back some day.

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Oak Ridge - Knoxville

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Oak Ridge - Knoxville

4 out of 5
Price was $1,223, price is now $501 per person
$501
per person
Jan 6 - Jan 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Knoxville (TYS)
8.6/10 Excellent! (961 reviews)
Great breakfast! Convenient location.

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

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Great place for taking photos. Sunsphere was cool besides the dirty windows. Making great photos not possible from inside.

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
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4 out of 5
531 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
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
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

2.5 out of 5
618 West Main St, Knoxville, TN
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown
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
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

3 out of 5
530 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
The Oliver Hotel

The Oliver Hotel

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