Free & Cheap Things to Do in Knoxville, TN

  • The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Knoxville, Tennessee, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Natural History Museums, Hiking Trails and Neighborhoods.
  • From University of Tennessee to World's Fair Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Knoxville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Townsend and Maryville.
  • The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Knoxville, Tennessee, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Natural History Museums, Hiking Trails and Neighborhoods.
  • From University of Tennessee to World's Fair Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Knoxville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Townsend and Maryville.
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Participants test their driving skills on a track filled with twists and turns during this autocross experience
20.4 Miles
83% 6 votes
Rafting 3630 Hartford Road, Hartford, TN 37753 MoreLess Info
A white water adventure rafting company located near Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Knoxville, USA Raft Pigeon River offers guided rafting excursions among the Great Smoky Mountains. All trips are led by experienced guides.
20.6 Miles
92% 166 votes
Lake Dandridge, TN MoreLess Info
Douglas Lake was originally constucted in 1943 for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. It now serves as a popular site for water-based activities like swimming and boating as well as land fun in the form of picnicking.
20.6 Miles
89% 211 votes
Specialty Museums 320 Winfield Dunn Pkwy., Sevierville, TN 37876 MoreLess Info
Featured widely on a number of cable networks, Floyd Garrett's Muscle Car Museum showcases a collection of 90 muscle cars, most from the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. The museum also features other varieties of classic cars, and memorabilia for purchase.
21.0 Miles
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Tubing 7219 E Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
River Rage Tubing offers all-day innertube rentals for visitors to float the steady natural current of the Little River. The rental rate includes a shuttle to the put-in point, as well as barbecue dinner and soft drink at day's end.
21.1 Miles
95% 19 votes
Other Outdoor Places Oneida, TN MoreLess Info
Charit Creek Lodge is located in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area and is only accessible by horseback, foot, or mountain bike. Make use of hiking and horse trails for outdoor time.
21.2 Miles
90% 20 votes
Specialty Museums 1338 Parkway, Suite 2, Sevierville, TN 37862 MoreLess Info
Artifacts, rare Bibles and Bible pages are on display at Treasuring the Word Rare Bible & Book Museum. Open year round, this museum allows visitors a glimpse into the history of the English-language Bible. Admission is free.
21.3 Miles
73% 2943 votes
Science Museums 100 Music Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 MoreLess Info
Treat your imagination to an adventure when you visit Wonder Works. With more than 100 hands-on exhibits and experiments, feel hurricane force winds and a simulated earthquake, discover space exploration and more, this is fun for all ages.
21.3 Miles
98% 653 votes
Ziplines 1911 Wears Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862 MoreLess Info
With some of the longest and highest lines in the region, Wears Valley Zipline Adventures is the premier action destination in the Smokies. Featuring 1.25 miles of line and guided horseback riding on 43 fully-forested acres of private land.
21.3 Miles
92% 53 votes
Parks Park Rd, Sevierville, TN MoreLess Info
A city park, Sevierville Park offers a playground called Mt. Ton of Fun, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a walking trail. In addition to picnic shelters and a covered pavilion, the park also has an aquatic center.
21.4 Miles
96% 849 votes
Ziplines 1628 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862 MoreLess Info
No trip to Pigeon Forge is complete without a visit to Adventure Park at Five Oaks for the zip-lining experience of a lifetime. Situated on a 70-acre nature park, guests can choose from 2- to 9-line experiences, horseback riding and the most breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains.
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