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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Runners dressed in all-white run through a 5K that features Foam Glow zones, where they’re sprayed with nontoxic, vibrantly colored foam
21.4 Miles
87% 558 votes
Mini Golf 1639 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862 MoreLess Info
Spend a day or book a party at Ripley's Old MacDonald Farm Mini Golf and enjoy 54 holes of golfing and family fun. The courses feature interactive barnyard amusement, water features, and animated characters.
21.4 Miles
81% 278 votes
Horseback Riding 1628 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862 MoreLess Info
Spread over a 70 acre nature park, Five Oaks Riding Stables gives guests the opportunity to view a mountain lake and the majestic Mount LeConte. Younger riders can be accommodated for families wanting to take a ride together.
21.5 Miles
91% 6510 votes
Specialty Museums 2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 MoreLess Info
You will be amazed when visiting the world's largest, Titanic Museum Attraction. Guests will discover what it was like to walk the decks, explore the hallways and cabins, climb the Grand Staircase, and examine more than 400 artifacts from the famous ship.
21.5 Miles
84% 343 votes
Music Venue 2141 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 MoreLess Info
Memories Theatre features entertainers who impersonate famous performers, with an emphasis on musical legends like Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Conway Twitty, Neil Diamond, Tina Turner and Cher. The Elvis impersonator appears every night.
21.7 Miles
68% 1690 votes
Specialty Museums 106 Showplace Boulevard, Pigeon Forge, TN MoreLess Info
At the Hollywood Wax Museum, visitors will be able to view wax sculptures of celebrities and fictional characters, including King Kong. Visitors who are interested in photo opportunities may enjoy what this site has to offer.
21.7 Miles
89% 53 votes
Bridges Old State Highway 73 & Depot Avenue, Townsend, TN MoreLess Info
Visitors will enjoy a walk across the Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Venture across to take in the scenic view from the top, or check out the tubers floating the river below.
21.7 Miles
92% 25 votes
Parks Edgemoor Rd, between Highway 162 and Melton Valley Rd, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 MoreLess Info
With 28 miles of trails with steep climbs, Haw Ridge Park can be used for hiking, running and biking. The park provides a view of a river which can be used for kayaking with picnic tables nearby.
21.8 Miles
91% 188 votes
Horseback Riding 505 Old Cades Cove Road, Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
Enjoy the spectacular Smoky Mountains on horseback by visiting Davy Crockett Riding Stables. This family owned stable was founded in 1962 and features 15 miles of mountain trails with breath-taking views.
21.8 Miles
79% 38 votes
Canoeing 472 Rainbow Road, Sevierville, TN MoreLess Info
From tubing to kayaking trips, River Run Canoe & Tubing organizes group excursions to the river with an experienced guide. The trips take visitors from class III rapids to calmer areas of the river.
21.9 Miles
76% 17 votes
Bike Paths 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail is a popular 10-mile trail in the Smoky Mountain area. Guests of all expertise levels enjoy hiking and biking this trail, complete with mile markers.
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