Location: Knoxville
Top Things to do in Knoxville
Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Knoxville, Tennessee (TN)
During the Civil War, Knoxville's Mabry-Hazen House served as headquarters for both the Confederate and Union armies. Today you can visit the house and other historic homes in this eastern Tennessee city. Among Knoxville's other attractions are museums, a zoo and World's Fair Park, site of the 1982 World's Fair. University of Tennessee sports draw lots of fans, as does the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. To see Knoxville from the water, take a leisurely riverboat ride down the Tennessee River.
Restaurants in Knoxville
1. Knox Brew Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 207 reviews
Knox Brew Tours is exactly that, Knoxville, TN's first craft beer brewery tour. Join us for an up-close view and taste of the cities best beer. Our knowledgeable guides will take you from grain to glass as you sample between 4 beers at each stop. From beer snobs to be newbies, Knox Brew Tours truly is the beer-drinkers tour. Cheers!
2. East Tennesse Historical Society
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 340 reviews
Reviewed By philyfanstukinmi - Ann Arbor, United States
After a short film about East Tennessee, you wonder through rooms full of information beginning with the native americans and the long hunters that settled in the valley (Daniel Boone). Through the civil war to modern day industry. Special sections for the music of the area and the invention of Mountain Dew (especially entertaining. Great place to visit and the price is right.
3. Clarence Brown Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By WhoSayDat - Knoxville, United States
Usually well adapted dramas and musicals with top talent and great staging. Acoustics are good and seating comfortable. Just saw hamlet and the actor playing prince hamlet was brilliant. Enjoy!
4. Tennessee Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 697 reviews
Located in the heart of downtown Knoxville, the Tennessee Theatre opened in 1928 as a movie palace. The Tennessee Theatre is the Official State Theatre of Tennessee and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Tennessee Theatre is the region's leading performing arts facility with advanced technology, staging and lighting that draws top entertainment to the Knoxville area.
Reviewed By Vtjtn - Knoxville, United States
A great historical building, smaller venue with great sound, this venue is a wonderful night out, offers various entertainment through out the year. Helpful and friendly staff.
5. Knoxville Children's Theatre
6. Ice Chalet
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
We have been East Tennessee's fun, family-friendly destination for ice skating, hockey, curling, and more since 1962!
Reviewed By Lostnspace9 - Oak Ridge, United States
In December, this is the place to see the Nutcracker on Ice. Tickets are very reasonable and it is a quality presentation. Skating for fun and recreation is available during regular business hours. A very friendly staff and skates in all sizes are available for rent.
7. First Baptist Church
8. Breakout Games - Knoxville
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 626 reviews
This isn’t your average outing or everyday experience—Breakout is for those who would rather solve mysteries than watch someone else have all the fun. With different rooms that follow unique story-lines, you and your friends will have 60 minutes to escape your adventure of choice by cracking codes, solving puzzles and following clues. Part problem solving, part adrenaline, end-to-end fun!
Reviewed By jsparks2020
We did this for a team building exercise and as a way to have fun out of the office. It was definitely challenging (Do Not Disturb) and we didn't think we were going to make it out! But Bryson's timing was perfect and gave us little tips to help when we were stuck without giving too much info to ruin the challenge of it. I would definitely recommend this room and this company to other managers, and friends for something seriously fun & challenging to do!
9. Craft Axe Throwing- Knoxville
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
Craft Axe Throwing – Knoxville is a game that anyone can play (and win). Score points by throwing axes at a giant dartboard-like target. The closer you get to the bullseye, the more points earned. We conduct casual and competitive axe throwing events for social, corporate, and league groups. All of our events are staffed with trained instructors, helping groups nail the bullseye.
Reviewed By brekersh
It was our first time at Craft Axe and we had the most AMAZING experience!!! We will definitely be back in the near future!!!
10. Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
From the 10-ton, 30-foot-high basketball that sits on top of the building to the life-like animatronic figure of Senda Berenson, "the mother of women's basketball," this will not be your typical hall of fame visit.
Reviewed By cobyb490
This is a great place to visit and learn about the rich history of the Lady Vols, especially during the many years they were led by UT's legendary coach and beloved community member, Pat Summit. Enjoyable by all ages; something "a bit different" to bring your family and guests to for an interesting outing.
