The Sunsphere

The Sunsphere, built for the 1982 World’s Fair, offers a unique experience. Its 4th Floor Observation Deck provides a stunning 360-degree view of downtown Knoxville, the Great Smoky Mountains, World’s Fair Park, the Tennessee River, and the University of Tennessee Campus. Visitors can also explore a timeline, gallery, memorabilia, and gift shop from the fair.

Request Your Free Visitors Guide

PURCHASE TICKETS

Plan Your Visit:

Sunsphere Hours​:
Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 12pm - 4pm

Please Note: The Sunsphere Observation Deck is closed daily 12:30-1:30 (excluding Sundays).

Important Information:
• Purchase Tickets online, or at the Sunsphere Welcome Center (level 3).
• Arrive to the Welcome Center (level 3) at your indicated reservation time. An associate will check you in and grant admission via elevator to the Observation Deck.Do not enter elevators without associate present—keycard access is required. 
• Adults & Kids over 12: $10 per ticket
• Kids 12 & Under: $5
• $1 off ticket price for Veterans
• Duration: 30 minutes

Location and Parking:
810 Clinch Avenue, Knoxville, TN USA
The Sunsphere, located within World’s Fair Park, does not offer any on-site parking. Please see our Parking Guide for options. Our recommendation is the Public Parking lot here, Fort Kid, or Locust Street Garage.

Contact:
(865) 314-0660
sunsphere@knoxville.org 

PRIVATE TOURS


Learn more about the Sunsphere renovation and Welcome Center.

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