Explore 3 UCPlaces digital self-guided tours in Knoxville

¡Bienvenidos a Knoxville, Tennessee, una ciudad donde la historia de la frontera, las tradiciones universitarias, la energía artística y las ambiciones atrevidas se unen a orillas del río Tennessee. En este recorrido a pie autoguiado, explorarás algunos de los lugares más fascinantes e historias ocultas de Knoxville. Trazaremos los orígenes de la ciudad con el Tratado de Holston y el Fuerte de James White, descubriremos cómo Tennessee tomó forma en la Mansión Blount, pasearemos por las animadas calles del centro y viviremos el espíritu creativo de la Ciudad Vieja. En el camino, verás lugares emblemáticos como el Teatro Tennessee, el baloncesto gigante en el Salón de la Fama del Baloncesto Femenino, la Sunsphere dorada de la Feria Mundial de 1982 y el hermoso campus de la Universidad de Tennessee. Este recorrido cubre aproximadamente tres millas y se puede completar a un ritmo tranquilo en unas dos o tres horas. Siéntete libre de hacer una pausa cuando algo te llame la atención, parar a comer en Market Square o disfrutar de los muchos parques y espacios públicos que encontrarás en la ruta. Si vienes en coche al inicio del recorrido, te recomendamos aparcar en el 600 Neyland Drive Parking, convenientemente ubicado cerca de nuestro punto de partida a orillas del río Tennessee. Como siempre con UCPlaces, el recorrido te guiará automáticamente mientras caminas, con historias que se activarán al acercarte a cada punto de interés. Para una mejor experiencia, mantente atento a tu entorno, usa los cruces peatonales designados y sigue las señales peatonales locales. Así que, átate bien los cordones de tus zapatos de caminar y prepárate para descubrir un lado de Knoxville que muchos visitantes pasan por alto. Desde sus inicios en la frontera hasta una Feria Mundial que recibió a millones, la historia de Knoxville es de resiliencia, reinvención y comunidad. ¡Empecemos a explorar!

Welcome to Knoxville, Tennessee, a city where frontier history, college traditions, artistic energy, and bold ambitions come together along the banks of the Tennessee River. On this self-guided walking tour, you'll explore some of Knoxville's most fascinating landmarks and hidden stories. We'll trace the city's origins through the Treaty of the Holston and James White's Fort, discover how Tennessee took shape at Blount Mansion, stroll through the lively streets of downtown, and experience the creative spirit of the Old City. Along the way, you'll encounter iconic sights like the Tennessee Theatre, the giant basketball atop the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, the golden Sunsphere from the 1982 World's Fair, and the beautiful campus of the University of Tennessee. This tour covers approximately three miles and can be completed at a leisurely pace in about two to three hours. Feel free to pause whenever something catches your eye, stop for a meal in Market Square, or take time to enjoy the many parks and public spaces you'll encounter along the route. If you're driving to the beginning of the tour, we recommend parking at 600 Neyland Drive Parking, conveniently located near our starting point along the Tennessee River. As always with UCPlaces, the tour will guide you automatically as you walk, with stories beginning as you approach each point of interest. For the best experience, please remain aware of your surroundings, use designated crosswalks, and follow all local pedestrian signals. So lace up your walking shoes and get ready to discover a side of Knoxville that many visitors overlook. From frontier beginnings to a World's Fair that welcomed millions, Knoxville's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and community. Let's begin exploring.

Hello there and welcome to this UCPlaces Where to Live tour of Knoxville, Tennessee. My name is Dave and I'll be showing you around on behalf of real estate expert Marcia Inklebarger. Marcia is an Affiliate Broker and Director of Marketing and Recruiting for Knoxville Real Estate Professionals. She was born and raised in Tennessee and graduated from the University of Tennessee right here in Knoxville, so she really knows her stuff. Go Vols! Marcia also studied dance for 20 years, and unapologetically admits she is addicted to coffee. Aside from real estate, Marcia loves to travel, cook and shop at some of the amazing local businesses I'll be showing you later in this tour. Marcia's approach to real estate is to treat everyone the way she would want to be treated. She treats clients like people, with honesty and integrity, while also educating buyers and sellers through their real estate journey. You can reach her at 865-659-7050 or 865-766-4090 if you have any questions. She would LOVE to chat with you! Take it from Marcia, "Home… is where your story begins." Speaking of beginning, let's get going on the tour! There's a convenient parking garage at the corner of Walnut and Wall Avenue. Follow your navigation and I'll meet you there!