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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

Realistic habitats offer glimpses of over 800 animals from around the world.

Attraction type: Zoo
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

300 foot tower built for the 1982 World's Fair.

Attraction type: Observation deck/tower
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

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.

Attraction type: Sports museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

80 acres of woods, meadows and trails.

Attraction type: Nature reserve
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

Specialty running store.

Attraction type: Specialty shop
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

The original Pioneer structure of Knoxville's founder.

Attraction type: Historic home; Historic village
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 26 attractions in Knoxville
Attraction type: Scenic railroad
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

Factory tour of an old style printing press currently in use.

Attraction type: Factory tour; Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 26 attractions in Knoxville
Attraction type: State park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 26 attractions in Knoxville
Attraction type: Shop
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 26 attractions in Knoxville
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 26 attractions in Knoxville
Attraction type: History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

The couple who own shrimp dock are from New Orleans. The owner Paul was a commercial fisherman and has great knowledge of all types of seafood. They have been in the business in Knoxville over 10...

Attraction type: Specialty shop
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 26 attractions in Knoxville
Attraction type: Cemetery
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 26 attractions in Knoxville
Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

The Star of Knoxville Riverboat is an authentic 325-passenger sternwheel riverboat offering sightseeing, lunch, dinner, entertainment and moonlight cruises along the Tennessee River.

Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

An important orientation stop when visiting Knoxville and its surrounding area.

Attraction type: Tourist/visitor center
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

A general interest museum on the University of Tennessee campus.

Attraction type: History museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 26 attractions in Knoxville

The Mabry-Hazen House Museum, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is located on five acres atop Mabry Hill and includes the 4-acre Civil War Bethel Cemetery. This stately, elegant home of the Victorian and Civil War periods showcases one of the largest collections of original artifacts including, china, silver, crystal, and antique furnishings. Built in 1858 and housing three generations of the same family from 1858-1987, the Mabry-Hazen House served as headquarters for both the Union and Confederate troops during the Civil War. If you are visiting Knoxville, make sure to visit this historic treasure.

Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 26 attractions in Knoxville
Attraction type: Art museum
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