Top 8 cultural & heritage things to do in Knoxville

1. Self-guided murder mystery walk in Knoxville

A 70-minute self-paced adventure exploring 10 Knoxville landmarks, solving a murder mystery with an AI narrative twist along the University of Tennessee campus and World's Fair Park.

2. Self-guided audio walking tour of Knoxville's musical heritage

Explore Knoxville at your own pace with an audio-guided tour covering historic sites, theaters, and music landmarks from 319 North Gay Street to Market Square.

3. Admission to the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville

Self-guided visit to the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame — explore 35,000 sq. ft. dedicated to women’s achievements in basketball.

4. Knoxville scavenger hunt adventure

Two to three hours of exploring downtown Knoxville — solve riddles and take team photos while uncovering the city's rich history and connections to country music.

5. Dolly Parton's backroads and photo tour near Knoxville

Six hours by minibus — a photography workshop, historic sites, and a visit to the Bush's Baked Beans Visitor Center, with lunch included.

“Rich was fantastic. He shared extensive knowledge about the region and introduced us to experiences beyond our expectations. I would absolutely take this tour or any other with them again.”— Fearless60919957939

6. Knoxville ghost tour of historic haunted sites

Two-hour evening walking tour, led by knowledgeable guides — explore Knoxville's haunted history, including the Craighead-Jackson House and Gay Street Bridge.

“We had an excellent experience with Kylie. She was very friendly and had a wonderful sense of humor. We appreciated learning about both the historical and eerie aspects of each location.”— Connector66722611124

7. Knoxville scavenger hunt walking tour

Two hours on foot — explore Knoxville's parks, historic sites, and landmarks while solving interactive puzzles in teams of 1 to 6 people.

“We had a great time exploring historical sites with our adult children. The activity was enjoyable, and while the route is somewhat hilly, it's ideal for those who appreciate walking.”— Lisa_O

8. Self-guided audio tour of Knoxville's country music heritage

Explore Knoxville’s country music history on a self-guided audio tour featuring stories of iconic musicians and songwriters.

“I appreciated the historical context provided for the buildings we saw. Without the itinerary, a tour guide would certainly be necessary. It was challenging to determine where to begin, particularly when driving around searching for parking.”— Nancy_W