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Knoxville Sweet Treats Food Tour 2 hr
Very goodTop 6% in Knoxville
31 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Knoxville
- 2 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Taste beignets, macarons, and biscuits while exploring downtown Knoxville’s landmarks, murals, and local stories with a guide.
About this tour
Follow the scent of fresh pastries through downtown on a Knoxville Sweet Treats Food Tour. Over two hours, sample seasonal beignets and macarons, try a famous local lemon cookie, and finish with warm biscuits paired with seasonal jam. Along the way, explore Market Square, stroll Gay Street, and admire the colorful murals of Strong Alley, Knoxville’s outdoor art gallery.
A knowledgeable local guide brings the city’s food and history to life with stories of Knoxville’s past and Southern charm. You’ll visit beloved neighborhood spots, discover downtown landmarks, and pick up local recommendations for where to eat and explore next. The tour meets at Ruby Sunshine; look for your guide in a donut tour T-shirt or sweatshirt. Wheelchair-accessible areas and transportation are available, and the experience welcomes families.
Come hungry for sweet bites and local stories on this Knoxville Sweet Treats Food Tour, and see downtown through the flavors and details that make it memorable.
Highlights
- Savor seasonal beignets, macarons, lemon cookies, and warm biscuits with jam
- Explore Market Square, Gay Street, and Strong Alley’s colorful murals
- Hear stories about Knoxville’s history, food, and Southern charm
- Discover local bakeries, neighborhood favorites, and downtown landmarks
What's included
Included
- Seasonal beignets, macarons, lemon cookies, biscuits, and jam
- Guided downtown Knoxville tour
- Local food and history stories
Not included
- Parking fees
- Gratuities
Ratings on each provider
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View on ViatorViator
4.97 / 5 · 31 reviews
Important information
- Wheelchair accessible, including transportation and surfaces
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for most fitness levels; not recommended for people with severe mobility impairments
- Meet at Ruby Sunshine; look for a guide wearing a donut tour T-shirt or sweatshirt
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 120 minutes.
What Treats are sampled?
Samples include seasonal beignets and macarons, a lemon cookie, and warm biscuits with seasonal jam.
Where does the tour start?
Meet at Ruby Sunshine. Look for a guide wearing a donut tour T-shirt or sweatshirt.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The tour, transportation, and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. It is not recommended for people with severe mobility impairments.
Can I cancel for free?
Free cancellation is available.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.97 from 31 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 8.1. Top 6% in Knoxville means it ranks in the top 6% of tours in Knoxville by this score.
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