Bars & Nightlife

Balter Beerworks

A downtown Knoxville craft brewery and taproom producing a rotating lineup of ales and lagers alongside wood-fired pizzas. Balter's bright, welcoming space and community-first attitude make it one of downtown's best gathering spots.

📍 Downtown
Bars & Nightlife

Peter Kern Library

Knoxville's celebrated speakeasy-style cocktail bar hidden inside the historic Oliver Hotel. Ring the doorbell, enter through the library, and discover inventive, spirit-forward cocktails in a stunning setting. Named after a real 19th-century Knoxville confectioner.

📍 Downtown
Arts & Entertainment

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra

East Tennessee's premier professional orchestra, performing a full season of classical, pops, and chamber concerts at venues across the region. The KSO has enriched Knoxville's cultural life for more than 80 years.

📍 Downtown
Restaurants

Nama Sushi Bar

Knoxville's standout independent sushi bar on Gay Street, offering expertly crafted rolls, sashimi, and Japanese small plates in a sleek, intimate setting. Widely regarded as the best sushi in the city.

📍 Downtown
Bars & Nightlife

Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria

A beloved Old City anchor since 1993, Barley's serves house-made pizzas and over 40 rotating craft beers on tap. A lively gathering spot with something always going on — trivia, live music, and a neighborhood-pub feel.

📍 Old City
Museums & Attractions

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

A 47-acre urban botanical garden on the site of a historic nursery, featuring woodland trails, heritage trees, and garden spaces open year-round to the public. A green sanctuary in the heart of East Knoxville.

📍 Chilhowee Park
Food & Drink

Bearden Beer Market

A neighborhood bottle shop and taproom in Bearden with an exceptional selection of craft beer, wine, and spirits. Bearden Beer Market is the go-to spot for discovering something new or stocking up on local and regional favorites.

📍 Bearden
Antiques & Vintage

Old Stuff Only

A well-loved North Knoxville shop packed with furniture, glassware, mid-century finds, and vintage collectibles. Old Stuff Only is the kind of place where every visit turns up something unexpected.

📍 North Knoxville
Salons & Spas

Tandem Barbershop

A modern Old City barbershop with a classic feel. Tandem offers precision cuts, straight-razor shaves, and beard trims from skilled barbers in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

📍 Old City
Shopping & Retail

Disc Exchange

Knoxville's legendary independent music and movie store, trading in new and used vinyl, CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray, and video games since 1985. An institution for music lovers and collectors across the region.

📍 South Knoxville
Community & Nonprofit

Nourish Knoxville

The organization behind Knoxville's Market Square Farmers' Market and other local food initiatives. Nourish Knoxville connects farmers, producers, and residents to build a healthier, more food-secure community.

📍 Downtown
Community & Nonprofit

Volunteer East Tennessee

The region's volunteer center, connecting people and organizations to create a stronger East Tennessee. Volunteer ETN matches individuals with meaningful opportunities across hundreds of local nonprofits.

📍 Downtown
Nonprofits

Emerald Youth Foundation

A Knoxville nonprofit committed to serving youth and families in under-resourced neighborhoods through mentorship, education, and community programs. Emerald Youth has been transforming lives in inner-city Knoxville for decades.

📍 Beaumont
Nonprofits

Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee

East Tennessee's largest food bank, distributing millions of pounds of food annually to individuals and families in need across the region. A cornerstone of Knoxville's safety net and a community partner worth supporting.

📍 North Knoxville
Theaters & Cinema

Bijou Theatre

A stunning Knoxville landmark and one of the oldest performing arts venues in Tennessee. The Bijou hosts an eclectic mix of concerts, comedy, theater, and community events in a beautifully restored historic setting.

📍 Downtown
Arts & Entertainment

Zoo Knoxville

Home to more than 900 animals and one of the top zoos in the Southeast, Zoo Knoxville is an independent nonprofit committed to conservation, education, and connecting East Tennesseans with wildlife. A beloved community institution since 1948.

📍 Chilhowee Park
Bars & Nightlife

Preservation Pub

A multi-story Market Square bar and music venue housed in a historic building. Preservation Pub features live music almost nightly, rooftop seating, and an eclectic atmosphere that captures Knoxville's spirit.

📍 Old City
Clothing & Apparel

Three Roots

A South Knoxville boutique celebrating independent designers, ethical fashion, and Appalachian-inspired style. Three Roots features clothing, accessories, and goods from makers with a story to tell.

📍 South Knoxville
Grocery & Market

Three Rivers Market

Knoxville's cooperatively owned natural grocery and deli since 1981. Community-owned and operated, Three Rivers Market offers local produce, organic bulk goods, prepared foods, and a genuine commitment to the community.

📍 North Knoxville
Museums & Attractions

East Tennessee History Center

The region's premier history museum and genealogical research library, preserving and celebrating the rich heritage of East Tennessee. Features permanent and rotating exhibits spanning Appalachian history and culture.

📍 Downtown