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Knoxville Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

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  • Knoxville
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Follow Knoxville’s musical roots past historic theaters, Market Square, and the places where Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks made history.

About this tour

Follow Knoxville’s musical story from a former radio station where Dolly Parton got her start. This self-guided audio walk brings the city’s music heritage and downtown landmarks to life, with the freedom to pause, wander, and listen whenever you choose.

Begin at 319 North Gay Street, then follow the app through streets lined with historic sites, old radio studios, and grand theaters. Continue toward lively Market Square, taking in murals, alleys, and parks along the way. Hear about the spot where Garth Brooks played before he became famous, and discover how Knoxville’s musical roots connect with its history as Tennessee’s first capital. The app guides you step by step, while the outdoor format lets you explore at your own pace. There’s no human guide, and your tour access never expires.

Bring your phone, start when it suits you, and experience Knoxville Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour one story and street at a time.

Highlights

  • Trace Knoxville’s musical roots through downtown streets
  • Visit the former radio station where Dolly Parton got her start
  • Pass historic sites, grand theaters, murals, alleys, and parks
  • Hear the story of where Garth Brooks played before fame
  • Explore at your own pace with step-by-step app guidance

What's included

Included

  • Hands-free walking tour experience in the walking tour app
  • Self-guided walking tour on the provider’s app, not the Viator app
  • Tour access that never expires

Not included

  • Admission to attractions; the tour visits outdoor sites only
  • Human guide; narration is provided by the walking tour app

Ratings on each provider

The ratings and review counts each booking site shows for this tour.

Important information

  • Wheelchair accessible; all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour starts at 319 North Gay Street, at a former radio station

Frequently asked questions

Is this tour guided by a person?

No. The walking tour app provides step-by-step guidance and audio.

Can I take the tour at my own pace?

Yes. Start whenever you like and explore at your own pace; the tour never expires.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at 319 North Gay Street, at a former radio station where Dolly Parton got her start.

Are attraction admissions included?

No. The tour visits outdoor sites, and admission is not included.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The provider states that the tour and all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

How this score is calculated

This tour has no TourTruth score yet: Viator doesn't show a usable rating for it. It gets a score as soon as a provider lists one.

How the score works
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  • 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. Tours without a usable provider rating are not scored.

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