Knoxville Food Tours

History, Food, Fun!

Guided Walking Tours through Historic Downtown Knoxville

Gay St.

The Old City

Market Square

Hear the history of some of Knoxville’s most notable districts, sample food and drink from locally owned restaurants, and meet the people who bring this unique culinary scene together. 

Whether you are a local, newbie, visitor, or hosting out of town guests, a Knoxville Food Tour is the best way to taste the highlights of the city!

Tours last approximately 2 hours. 

Fridays - 2:30 PM - $39.00 per person

Meet at Knoxville Visitor Center, 301 S. Gay Street, at 2:15.  Click here for directions.

This tour is approximately 0.8 miles.

Vendors - The Coop Cafe, Shonos in City, Bistro at the Bijou, Dazzo’s, Coolato Gelato, The Market at Union & Gay, Mast General Store.

Saturdays - 2:30 PM - $39.00 per person

Meet at Knoxville Visitor Center, 301 S. Gay Street, at 2:15.  Click here for directions.

This tour is approximately 0.7 miles.

Vendors - Sapphire, Remedy, Jackson Ave. Market, Boyd’s Jig & Reel, Crown & Goose.

Sundays - 2:30 PM - $39.00 per person

Meet at Knoxville Visitor Center, 301 S. Gay Street, at 2:15.  Click here for directions.

This tour is approximately 0.6 miles.

Vendors - 11 Cafe, Lenny’s Philly Cheesesteak, Trio Cafe, Rita’s Italian Ice, Chef Deuce's Island Grill.

Participating Merchants are subject to change.

Suggested Parking for tours is the State Street Garage, 520 State Street.  Click here for directions.

From the State Street Garage, take the escalator to Gay Street.  Turn right on Gay Street, walk approximately 2 blocks to the Visitor Center.

Questions?  Email or call us at 865-201-7270.

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