Clancy’s Tavern and Whiskey House offers all the traditional Irish fare that you have come to expect, while boasting a multitude of options beyond that. The highlight of the tavern, however, is their extensive drink menu. Sample a wide array of traditional Irish favorites, all made in house and with Irish flair and tradition!
The only authentic Scottish music pub and bar, Boyd's features one of the largest Scotch selections in the entire world! Food menu items feature many yummy dishes such as toad in a hole, Ploughman's lunch, bangers and mash, fish and chips, and more. The have live music almost every day of the week, and also feature traveling artists from the world renowned show "WDVX Blue Plate Special." A staple of theirs is also their "jam sessions" where anyone and everyone is encouraged to bring their instruments and voices, and enjoy and open mic type setting of great tunes!
Balter has transformed a once abandoned and neglected service station into a one-of-a-kind craft beer and dining experience. The venue weaves a rustic, urban aesthetic into the building’s original structure to create a place where you can truly enjoy the company you came with or the company you find. They're all about craft, local, and creativity. Using fresh and local ingredients, they have created a menu that will pair well with each of their beers. Balter brings their intense love for craft beer and quality, fresh food to Knoxville’s beverage and dining scene.
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Tucked away in a quaint, hidden alleyway of Gay Street, this New York/Italian style deli comes complete with house made sandwiches, soups, charcuterie boards, baked goods, and more! Perfect for a grab-n-go lunch spot, or a fun, casual dinner sure to delight the tastebuds! |
A one-of-a-kind 68 tap self serve alcohol bar that likes to say their space is “A beer and wine festival every day of the week!”. You simply pay be the ounce and get as much or little of anything that you like (beer, wine, cider, mead, and more!). They also feature a yummy small plate menu of house made dips, sandwiches, soups and nachos!
With food as their focus, and a motto of “Food gotta cook, don’t come out of a can!”, this Market Square staple prides themselves in healthy options, fresh eats and a variety of gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. You can find things like pizzas, hummus, sandwiches, soups, salads, and a variety of baked goods, too!
Knox Whiskey Works is a small batch, craft distillery based in Knoxville, whose mission is to harness the collective skill, passion and expertise of East Tennessee to create authentic, distinct and delicious hand- crafted spirits. Lead by their head distiller, they craft their spirits in small batches from locally sourced products. They also work with local farmers and artisans to create unique spirits reminiscent of East Tennessee. Established in 2015, they are also Knoxville's first legal distillery, and have won many awards for their products. **Guests will receive an exclusive partnership discount of 15% off any bottle purchases while on their tour, and 15% off any cocktail and/or spirit tastings (flights) during our visit as well!
Maple Hall is a boutique 11-lane underground bowling alley located in the historic J.C. Penney building in the heart of downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. They offer a full-service bar, small plates, cozy lounge areas, a live stage and a 2-lane private VIP room. They are a spirited bowling experience that can host every kind of party. **Guests will receive a coupon for either $5 or $10 off bowling to use during any game as well!
Like a step back into time, The Phoenix Pharmacy and Soda Fountain is reminiscent of a late 1930's/early 1940's working pharmacy and soda shop. It functions today as a totally 100% working pharmacy and medical goods store, and a quaint soda, malt, milkshake and ice cream parlor. **Guests will receive a nostalgic wooden token while on their tour to come back and use for a free beverage or scoop of ice cream as well!
The East Tennessee History Center is part of the Knox County Public Library System. It houses the Knox County Archives and the Calvin M. McClung Historical Collection. Each year 30,000+ people visit them for genealogical and history research purposes. They have an amazing gift shop as well, that houses books, artifacts, and much more that will take your spirit and mind back in time! **Guests will receive discounted admission of just $3/person for any time you want to come back
and visit the museum after your tour!
~~~Starting in 2019, East TN Tours is partnered with Joyride, a micro-transportation golf cart company that provides rides anywhere in the downtown area in fun and high-end golf carts! We use these carts to take us from a restaurant stop that is a longer distance to another, therefore not tiring guests out after they've already filled up on some yummy food! Think of them like a low-speed Uber/Lyft service...but WAY more fun! Check out their website here and download their mobile app. **Often times your guide will be driving a golf cart themself, if the tour is 5 or fewer people, since everyone can fit into one cart. If there are MORE than 5 people booked for a given date, there will be *slightly* more walking involved, but we will still get a ride from other Joyride drivers (however many carts it takes) to transport our tour from one place that is the longest distance to the other. If for any reason multiple Joyride drivers are not available, we will either take separate rides, taking one group at a time, or take the free downtown trolley when able.
- We partner with the Knoxville Visitors Center in a effort to increase tourism and bring more people to our wonderful city of Knoxville!
KNOXVILLE VISITORS CENTER
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm, Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm/Sunday 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Located in downtown Knoxville at the corner of Summit and Gay, the Knoxville Visitors Center is the place for all things Knoxville. From maps and information on tours and entertainment to locally made art and gifts, visitors and locals alike enjoy trips to our Visitors Center. Stop by the Visitors Center Monday through Saturday and enjoy the WDVX Blue Plate Special - a free live concert from Noon to 1:00pm. Kids can always find something fun to do in the Kid’s Corner at the Visitors Center. If you’re downtown on the third Friday of the month, you can be sure the Kid’s Corner has something special planned – maybe a fun craft, a furry visitor from the Knoxville Zoo or a meet and greet with an athlete from one of our local sports teams! Our friendly staff is happy to help you plan your visit. Feel free to ask us about local hot spots, walking tours, trolley schedules, kid-friendly outings, upcoming festivals and more. We look forward to helping you enjoy your stay in Knoxville!
**VISIT KNOXVILLE HAS BROCHURES AVAILABLE IN THE LOBBY THAT ARE FREE, SO BE SURE TO SWING BY AND PICK ONE FOR EAST TN TOURS, AND BROWSE THROUGH ALL THE OTHER FUN THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND KNOXVILLE AS WELL!**
- East TN Tours is a proud member of City People Knoxville, which offers affordable membership options for individuals or families. In turn, members receive special invitations to City People parties, events and discounts to MANY businesses and establishments throughout Knoxville. You can become a member today and start receiving 25% your food tours bookings!
