Knoxville · Knox County, TN
Things to do alone in Knoxville
Scout analyzed 118 Knoxville places and surfaced the ones that actually fit solo.
Places analyzed
118
Matches
24
Typical spend
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Typical visit
1.4 hr
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Outdoors
Abrams Falls Trailhead

Outdoors
Concord Park
Recreation area with par-3 golf course, asphalt skate park with 3 ramps & cove with sand volleyball.

Family
Lakeshore Park
Lake & mountain views from the paths of this park with ball fields, trails, lawns & a playground.

University of Tennessee
Capybara Coffee

Food & Drink
Remedy Coffee
Coffee shop serving organic brews in rustic digs with high ceilings, brick walls, books & Wi-Fi.

Food & Drink
Awaken Coffee
Homey cafe offering craft coffee, tea, pastries & light fare, plus board games & comfy chairs.

Market Square
The Brass Pearl

South Knoxville
71 South

Food & Drink
Farmacy
Casual, airy restaurant crafting thoughtfully sourced Southern-inspired offerings, plus happy hour.

Food & Drink
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.

Market Square
Oliver Royale
Inventive, seasonal American dishes, cocktails & weekend brunch in a cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Old City
Osteria Stella

Old City
Old City Java
Relaxed coffee spot serving specialty coffee & tea along with a variety of freshly baked pastries.

Outdoors
Norris Dam State Park
Rental cabins & campsites offer housing for visitors who fish, boat & ski in the reservoir.

Downtown
Lilou Brasserie

Marble City
Tyson Park

Downtown
Knoxville Museum of Art
Exhibits of regional art & traveling shows, plus concerts & classes, in a modern 4-story facility.

University of Tennessee
UT Gardens Knoxville

South Knoxville
Hi-Wire Brewing Knoxville

Outdoors
Little Egypt

Outdoors
Grotto Falls
A 3-mile trail runs through forest & behind this 25-foot waterfall in the Great Smoky Mountains.

Market Square
Stock & Barrel
Stylish restaurant featuring thoughtfully sourced burgers & an extensive selection of bourbons.

Sports & Recreation
The Sinks
Picnicking & photography are popular at this short, scenic waterfall accessible from a parking lot.

Sports & Recreation
Ijams Nature Center
Wetlands & rock formations fill urban nature park with 10 miles of trails plus bike & canoe rental.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
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