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Climb aboard the Volunteer Princess, and join us for a public cruise or private event along Knoxville, Tennessee’s beautiful riverfront! Our luxury yacht is designed with you and your guests in mind, so you’ll find both modern luxury and classic design as you cruise with us and celebrate events both large and small along the Tennessee River. Our two fully enclosed and climate-controlled decks allow us to set sail year-round regardless of weather, so you can feel confident hosting a private event or joining us for one of our popular public cruises! Tailored to your food, drink, and entertainment needs, our offerings and unique setting ensure your gatherings on Knoxville’s finest riverboat are splendid. From sunset dinners and champagne brunches to birthday parties and company outings, our popular riverboat cruises are sure to impress both you and your guests. Celebrate on the Volunteer Princess, and you’ll see why the best events are on the water!
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Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
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Explore the enchanting beauty of Ancient Lore Village in Knoxville, TN, where every corner reveals a new adventure. With an Adventure Day Pass, immerse yourself in whimsical gardens, hike scenic woodland trails, and join a guided character tour filled with enchanting tales. Engage in the Unity Quest, an interactive scavenger hunt that brings the village's lore to life. Enjoy outdoor games in the Elven Grove Gameyard, and try your hand at axe throwing and archery under the guidance of expert instructors (included with pass). This is the perfect blend of fun, nature, and connection, all wrapped in a magical setting.
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Adventure Day Pass at Ancient Lore Village
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Ready to uncover Knoxville’s chilling secrets? Join us for a thrilling ghost tour through the city’s most haunted and historic spots! Led by expert local guides—Knoxville’s official haunted history gurus—you’ll hear real, hair-raising tales of the city’s dark past and the spirits that linger today. Experience spine-tingling tours offered nightly, year-round, delving into wicked history spanning centuries. Wander through haunted streets after dark, uncovering local legends from infamous witch trials to little-known tragedies. Discover why Knoxville is one of America’s most haunted cities! Your expert guide will bring these eerie stories to life as you visit legendary haunted locations like the Craighead-Jackson House and the Gay Street Bridge. Each step you take through Knoxville’s historic district is packed with spooky lore—feel the energy beneath your feet as you journey through this haunted city!
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Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours
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Visit the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tennessee, a unique tribute to the history and achievements of women in basketball. Explore the 35,000-square-foot facility housing 206 Hall of Famers, and don’t miss the world’s largest basketball, standing at an impressive 30 feet tall. Test your skills on interactive courts, including a dribbling course and passing skills area. The iconic Berenson Statue welcomes guests, symbolizing the mission to honor, celebrate and promote women’s basketball. This is an enriching experience for fans and newcomers alike, blending education, inspiration, and fun.
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Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
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No other tour takes you to beautiful Sevier and Jefferson County around Douglas Lake. Begin your backroads adventure at Country Tonite Theater with a hands-on smartphone photo workshop (free photo class flash drive included), then ride through Dolly Parton's Sevier County with a seasoned guide. First stop: Harrisburg Covered Bridge (1875), next Fox Cemetery, dating back to the 1700s. and then the iconic Bush's Baked Beans Visitor Center for a self-guided tour, shopping, and a delicious lunch. Travel scenic backroads to historic Dandridge, Tennessee’s second-oldest town, and explore the oldest working courthouse in America, with museum exhibits ranging from Martha Washington to the Afghan war. Continue along peaceful Douglas Lake to Douglas Dam, built for WWII power and enjoy spectacular views of The Smokies from the lookout. Finally, tour Sevierville (The Dolly Statue), and enjoy a sweet finale at Red’s Soda Fountain, a favorite of young Dolly. Reserve early, THIS TOUR FILLS FAST!
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Dolly's Backroads, Bush Beans & Dandridge, Spring Photo Tour
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While guided tours are great for getting oriented, they stick to rigid schedules and discourage independent exploration. With this self-guided audio tour of Knoxville, discover the city’s dynamic country music heritage at your own pace. Install the mobile-app on your phone, use the code on your confirmation, and explore country music landmark’s while hearing stories about local musicians, both famous and obscure—along the way, start, stop, and pause whenever you wish.
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Knoxville’s Country Music Heritage: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes
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The city is famous for its deep musical roots, its role as Tennessee’s first capital, and its vibrant downtown filled with theaters, historic buildings, and stories of legendary performers. Your tour begins at 319 North Gay Street, where Dolly Parton got her start and We’ll wind our way past old radio studios, grand theaters, and the lively Market Square, where the echoes of fiddles and gospel choirs still linger. You’ll see the spot where Garth Brooks played before he was famous. The murals, alleys and parks. And of course, you’ll hear music history. This tour is all guided step by step by our walking tour app. Go at your own pace, anytime. it never expires. Listen anytime.
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Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour
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Metro Livery offers reliable and comfortable transportation from Knoxville Airport (McGhee Tyson) to Nashville International Airport, providing a seamless travel experience across Tennessee. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, Metro Livery ensures a smooth, timely ride with professional chauffeurs who prioritize safety and convenience. With a fleet of luxurious vehicles, passengers can enjoy a stress-free journey, perfect for those who want to relax or catch up on work during the drive. The service is ideal for individuals, families, or groups looking for a hassle-free and efficient airport transfer between Knoxville and Nashville.
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Private Transportation from BNA to Knoxville for 6-13 Passengers
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I give you a version of the city that some locals don’t know exist. In just two hours you will get to see the Tennessee river, gorgeous insights not normally traveled, the beginnings of Tennessee, and even where sports all started! The last Worlds Fair in the USA was held in this scruffy city and you will be a part of the reason why! I will also give the best recommendations to explore the real Tennessee! So you can be a tourist and local simultaneously.
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Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
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Dive into adventure, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With Let’s Roam, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure!
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An Epic Bar Crawl in Knoxville: Swell Times in Scruffy City
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Discover the stories that shape Knoxville! From its part in the ratification of the 19th Amendment to its deep connections with country music icons, Knoxville’s past is full of fascinating moments. Uncover hidden gems, including its designation as an international port and its unexpected ties to Wendy's. Gather your team for fun selfies, crack clever riddles, and even master the pronunciation of local names. Get ready to experience the energy and history of Knoxville—past and present!
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Knoxville Scavenger Hunt Adventure
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Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company! Embark on a thrilling journey to discover the top landmarks and hidden gems, where you’ll tackle trivia questions and conquer exciting challenges. Whether you’re collaborating with your team or competing against them, you’ll uncover new facts and create unforgettable experiences. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for adding excitement to your everyday routine, celebrating bachelorette parties, birthdays, corporate team building events, and more! Each player selects an interactive role with challenges designed to keep the adventure lively and engaging. Get ready to dive into an adventure of a lifetime with Let’s Roam!
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Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
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Rather than exploring an unfamiliar environemnt on your own, explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park on a small-group hike that takes you deep into the forest and along a pristine mountain river. You'll also see two waterfalls and learn all about the flora and fauna from your naturalist guide.
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Clear Creek Falls Hike
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Solve a self-guided murder mystery on a walk through the University of Tennessee campus and World's Fair Park. Your AI assistant gets hijacked by Director Zero, a rogue surveillance program that was shut down years ago. He wants you to find out who killed him. Use the app on your phone to follow Director Zero's investigation across 10 real Knoxville landmarks: the UT Student Union, Ayres Hall, the Hodges Library, the Rachmaninoff statue, the Tennessee Amphitheater, the World's Fair Fountain, and the iconic Sunsphere. Decode clues, crack the case, and reach the final reveal. Each chapter has its own puzzle, AI-driven narrative twist, and real Knoxville history, from the 1794 founding of UT to the 1982 World's Fair and the Sunsphere's gold panels. Start anytime, pause whenever, and pick up where you left off. Allow around 70 minutes for the full 2.8 km route. Perfect for UT students, visiting parents, college tour groups, sci-fi fans, or anyone exploring Knoxville with a story.
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Knoxville Self Guided Mystery Quest and Puzzle Adventure
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Get to know the art, history, and culture of Houston on this scavenger hunt of Knoxville. This is an app-led hunt, where you and your group of up to 10 friends uncover clues and answer trivia questions to get from place to place. Highlights will be Bijou Theater, Blout Mansion, and Krutch Park.
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Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
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Explore the city of Knoxville in a fun way and without the rigidity of a guided tour when you purchase this app-led scavenger hunt. Use your app to complete challenges and submit photos of items you find around the city to earn points. Compete with other teams that have played across the country and learn about Knoxville along the way.
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Knoxville by Crazy Dash
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Have a blast outside as you see Knoxville and all its offerings: Charles Krutch Park, Civil War historic sites, Blount Mansion, Lawson McGhee Library, Knoxville’s Market Square, Grand Lodge of Tennessee and more. Enjoy solving fun puzzles and challenges as you experience Knoxville in a whole new way. You and your group of 1 to 6 people enjoy solving fun interactive puzzles along the way.
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Knoxville Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
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Holly Jolly Hunt is a scavenger hunt that is played using an app on your smartphone, that brings your entire family and friends together for holiday cheer. During the adventure you’ll be seeking out all the traditional, and even the non-traditional holiday items we all see this time of year around the city. You’ll get points for each item you find. The goal is to capture as many items as you can in order to score as many points as possible and get 1st place on the leaderboard. Along the way you’ll be asked to perform silly holiday themed tasks meant to bring laughter and smiles to everyone involved. Come play with us. Young or old, this is a scavenger hunt for everyone that enjoys this time of year. We promise you will create holiday memories that you will not forget! Holly Jolly Hunt can be played in any city!
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Get in the holiday spirit with a scavenger hunt by Holly Jolly Hunt in Knoxville
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In this fun Knoxville scavenger hunt, players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect points! They'll also complete challenges for points. Players can see their score on the app's live rankings. All scavenger hunts have a remote host to help along the way. Come explore with us in Knoxville.
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Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Knoxville by Operation City Quest
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Book your Private Round-Trip Transfer from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Knoxville hotel or address and return. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers
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McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Knoxville - Round-Trip Private Transfer
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The Knoxville Wacky Walks scavenger hunt is a royal-themed experience that will use an app to give you a list of items around the city to find and challenges to complete. Along the way, compete in royal tournaments to determine the King/Queen throughout the game. Gain points for your team by taking photos of the items you find and challenges you complete. The goal is to hold on to the King/Queen title the longest and gain as many points as you can. Play for as long as you want anywhere in the city you'd like. A remote host will be following along virtually and chatting with you if you need anything. Come reign in Knoxville today!
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Knoxville City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Wacky Walks
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Book your Private Arrival Transfer from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Knoxville hotel or address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers
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McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Knoxville - Arrival Private Transfer
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