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Knoxville Vacations

Traveling is about being inspired, making new discoveries and forging meaningful memories. And all of that begins with learning a thing or two about your destination! Are you ready to find out some basic facts about Knoxville?

To help get you oriented, Knoxville lies 160 miles (257 kilometers) east of the notable city of Nashville.

Forget about the big-name attractions — it's the locals that really make a place tick. In this part of Eastern Tennessee, you'll find 180,000 of them.

Places to visit in Knoxville

Want a few sightseeing suggestions? Don't leave this bustling metropolis until you've visited Ijams Nature Center and the Knoxville Zoological Gardens.

The time and skill that people put into mastering any professional sport is mind blowing. Plan an outing to Women's Basketball Hall of Fame to find out more about great figures and important events. Like some more options? You don't have to be an intellectual to admire the long-standing buildings and fascinating history of University of Tennessee. But that's not all there is. The intimacy and mastery of theater is hard to ignore. Buy your tickets for a play at Tennessee Theatre and experience the magic for yourself!

Where do you fly into for Knoxville?

Arriving at McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)? Once you jump off the plane, the center of Knoxville is about 12 miles (19 kilometers) north from here. Flag down a cab and enjoy the journey — your adventure is about to take off!