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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Breakout Knoxville 211 Center Park Drive, Suite 3040, Knoxville, TN MoreLess Info
Teams collaborate, following clues and solving puzzles to escape alarming scenarios ranging from casino heists to art thefts
2.6 Miles
50% 58 votes
Botanical Gardens 2743 Wimpole Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37914 MoreLess Info
The Knoxville Botanical Garden is a garden that sits on 47-acres of land and features walking trails, display gardens, and a stone wall. The garden has facilities that are available to rent for weddings, meetings, and family reunions.
0.4 Miles
94% 119 votes
Food Tours Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37919 MoreLess Info
The award-winning Knoxville Food Tours is your ticket to discovering the culinary delights of the city. Featuring tours in various districts throughout Knoxville, you'll sample award-winning cuisine and find hidden gems.
0.3 Miles
97% 208 votes
History Museums 601 South Gay Street, Knoxville, TN MoreLess Info
The East Tennessee History Center celebrates the history and heritage that is unique to the eastern part of the Volunteer State. Visitors will learn about pioneer and native American life, the Civil War years, and the rich musical legacy of East Tennessee.
9.5 Miles
94% 54 votes
Farms & Ranches 4333 McCloud Rd, Knoxville, TN 37938 MoreLess Info
A wide range of produce are available at The Fruit & Berry Patch. Guests are able to pick their own small fruits during the specific range of harvest dates with larger tree fruits available for free picking or already picked.
0.3 Miles
90% 60 votes
Haunted Tours 35 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902 MoreLess Info
Haunted Knoxville Ghost Tours is an organization that hosts private, public, and group investigations-based ghost tours. The company has real paranormal experts as guides that have experience on TV and film.
14.1 Miles
84% 37 votes
Family Fun Center 164 West End Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37934 MoreLess Info
There are three championship miniature golf courses available at Putt-Putt Golf & Games. In addition to the mini golf, visitors can enjoy a game room arcade, batting cages, ice cream shop, and a full service concession stand.
0.7 Miles
90% 117 votes
Natural History Museums 1327 Circle Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996 MoreLess Info
A natural history and culture attraction, the Frank H. McClung Museum brings archaeology, regional and natural history, decorative arts and anthropology together under one roof.
0.7 Miles
90% 117 votes
Natural History Museums 1327 Circle Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1963, the McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture is an educational museum located on the campus of the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. The museum contains a number of exhibits focusing on the local history, geology, and arts.
0.3 Miles
81% 216 votes
Art Museum 1050 World's Fair Park, Knoxville, TN 37916 MoreLess Info
The Knoxville Museum of Art is dedicated to the celebration of the art and artists of East Tennessee while also presenting a diverse collection of art from around the world. The KMA features lectures, concerts, and educational programs.
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The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame serves to preserve the history of the game with annual inductees. Opened in 1999, the facility features three courts with activities for visitors and a Hall of Honor recognizing inductees.
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