The Sunsphere

Roadtrip to Knoxville

If you’re looking for a Tennessee road trip, you came to the right place! Knoxville sits at the crossroads of I-75 and I-40, meaning it makes either a great destination on a road trip, or the perfect stop along the way. Interstate 75 is a major north-south route – one of the longest in the US – and…

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A Guide to the Historic House Museums of Knoxville

In and around Knoxville is an array of photogenic historic homes, houses noted for their age, architecture, and stories of the people who lived there. No two are very much alike. Some have been known and respected as house museums for almost a century, while another is a relatively recent addition…

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Knoxville's Civil War History: The Last Voyage of the Sultana

This April marks the 160 th anniversary of the end of the Civil War. By the time Gen. Robert E. Lee surrendered to Gen. Ulysses S. Grant in a meeting more than 300 miles northeast of here at Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia, things had been pretty quiet in Knoxville for more than a year. Longstreet’s…

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Explore Nature From the Treetops

Knoxville is a great place to experience by foot…but it’s even better to explore it from the treetops! Navitat Canopy Adventures is the way to do it! You might be wondering, “what is a canopy adventure?” Navitat—a mashup word meaning navigating the forest habitat —is an aerial treehouse adventure…

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Historic Churches in Knoxville

Many of us enjoy seeing the architecture of a city, and houses of worship have played a major role in architecture, design, and history. From Neo-Classical columns to soaring Gothic Revival, Knoxville has a wide range of church styles in an array of denominations. For those who travel during Easter…

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Guide to Knoxville Gardens

Knoxville is full of outdoor opportunities, from hiking House Mountain to mountain biking in Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness. But sometimes you might want to dial it down a notch or two on the adventure scale. You might have young kids in tow, accessibility needs, or just want to take it easy. Today…

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10 Spring Things to Do with Kids

Whether you’re planning a Knoxville spring break trip or looking a little bit later in the season, we’ve got a handy list of ideas on things to do in the spring with your kids. Read on! Let’s start with Knoxville’s iconic structure – the magnificent Sunsphere! The Sunsphere allows for a 360° view…

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