Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour

50 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

Hands free walking tour experience on our app
Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires
Walking Tour on our Walking Tour app (Not Viator app)
See Knoxville historic sites, music sites, and main streets.
No admission, this tour is all outside
No human guide, this tour is all guided by our walking tour app

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
319 N Gay St

The tour starts where Dolly Parton got here start, at this small former radio station. You'll then be guided through the streets discovering it's story.

End point
Knox County Courthouse

The tour ends outside the Knoxville County Courthouse, where you'll hear its story.

Itinerary

Duration: 50 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
  • Knox County Courthouse (Pass by)

    The tour ends outside the Knoxville County Courthouse, where you'll hear its story.

    Admission ticket free
  • 319 N Gay St (Pass by)

    The tour stops outside 319 North Gay Street where you'll hear about how Dolly Parton got here start here.

    Admission ticket free
  • Melting Pot (Pass by)

    the tour stops outside the Melting Pot, a spot that Garth Brookes once played at before his fame.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Strong Alley (Graffiti Alley)

    One of the coolest alleys in Knoxville, great to see while in town, learn how it became the Graffiti Alley.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Market Square

    Hear the history of the square and it's music link.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Tennessee Woman Suffrage Memorial

    Learn Tennessee's link to Woman's suffrage and the story of the statue here.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Rowing Man Statue in Knoxville, TN

    Why is a man rowing a boat in the sidewalk? Find out on the tour.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Knoxville

    On the tour, you'll see these stops and so many more as you walk the streets of Knoxville learning it's history and music story.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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