Knoxville · Knox County, TN
Things to do this weekend in Knoxville
Scout analyzed 120 Knoxville places and surfaced the ones that actually fit this weekend.
Places analyzed
120
Matches
24
Typical spend
$150
Typical visit
1.3 hr
Best neighborhoods for this weekend
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Wellness
Josie's Boutique
Josie's Boutique is suitable for a solo shopping trip or an outing with friends to browse trendy women's clothing. Expect to spend about an hour and $25-$150 per person.
Family
Buc-ee's Sevierville
A road-trip rite of passage: famously clean restrooms, made-to-order brisket, and aisles of snacks and beaver merch. Easy on/off the highway, huge lot, zero stress.
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
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.
Old City
STIR
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 60 of the 120 analyzed Knoxville places fit this weekend.
- 40% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 100% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quirky, Playful.
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