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Knoxville Walking Tour with Tennessee River Gems 2 hr
TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10
AverageTop 36% in Knoxville
24 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Knoxville
- 2 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore downtown Knoxville on a two-hour walk with Tennessee River views, local stories, ice cream, coffee, and tips for exploring Tennessee.
About this tour
See a side of Knoxville that even some locals may not know. This two-hour walking tour leads through downtown streets and lesser-traveled spots, with views of the Tennessee River and stories about the city’s beginnings, sports history, and its place in World’s Fair history.
Along the way, enjoy ice cream at the Local Farm and coffee, with both expenses covered. Your guide also shares recommendations for exploring Tennessee, helping you pair the perspective of a visitor with the insight of a local. The full 120 minutes includes walking time, so come ready to explore on foot; a moderate level of fitness is recommended.
Meet in front of Barley’s Pizza on Jackson Street. Free parking is available under the nearby bridge. Join this Knoxville walking tour for river views, local stories, and a fresh look at the city.
Highlights
- Explore lesser-known corners of downtown Knoxville
- See the Tennessee River and places tied to Tennessee’s beginnings
- Hear stories about the city’s sports history and World’s Fair
- Get local recommendations for exploring Tennessee
- Enjoy ice cream and coffee along the way
What's included
Included
- Ice cream at the Local Farm
- Coffee expenses
Ratings on each provider
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4.88 / 5 · 24 reviews
Important information
- The 120-minute duration includes walking time
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
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- Service animals are allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Meet in front of Barley’s Pizza on Jackson Street
- Free parking is available under the bridge near the meeting point
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.88 from 24 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Knoxville
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.4. Top 36% in Knoxville means it ranks in the top 36% of tours in Knoxville by this score.
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