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ITINERARY

3h 11m170 miles33 stops
1
Knoxville National Cemetery
939 Tyson St, Knoxville, TN 37917-7143
2
The Mill and Mine
227 W Depot Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917-7521
3
PostModern Spirits
205 W Jackson Ave Suite 205, Knoxville, TN 37902-1018
PostModern Spirits in the heart of Knoxville's Old City open 7 days a week produces mindfully crafted spirits for the modern drinker. Visitors can savor PostModern's various offerings in the comfortable cocktail/tasting room or Thursday-Sunday join one of the fun distillery tours and tastings. Now producing several distinct varieties of gin, vodka, liqueurs like chamomile, cacao, elderberry, and bitter orange amaro arancia. Along with our American Single Malt Whiskey developed in collaboration with a local brewery!
4
Peter Kern Library
407 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902-2112
Hidden inside the historic Kern Building, behind The Oliver Hotel lobby, is Knoxville’s one and only speakeasy, The Peter Kern Library. Once a well-kept secret, the bar is now a beloved institution. The dark wood, fireplace, rows of books, and cocktails named after literary characters create a warm and cozy atmosphere where time seems to stop.
5
Krutch Park
504 Market St, Knoxville, TN 37902-2107
6
Tennessee Theatre
604 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902-1603
Located in the heart of downtown Knoxville, the Tennessee Theatre opened in 1928 as a movie palace. The Tennessee Theatre is the Official State Theatre of Tennessee and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Tennessee Theatre is the region's leading performing arts facility with advanced technology, staging and lighting that draws top entertainment to the Knoxville area.
7
Blount Mansion
200 W Hill Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902-1812
8
Hi Wire Brewing - Knoxville
906 Sevier Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920-1863
9
High Ground Park & River Bluff Wildlife Area
1000 Cherokee Trl, Knoxville, TN 37920-2327
Scenic birds eye view of Tennessee river, UT Knoxville, and Knoxville City. Short 0.42 miles hiking (both way less than 1 mile).
10
Knoxville Botanical Garden
2743 Wimpole Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914-5958
11
Muse Knoxville
516 N Beaman St, Knoxville, TN 37914-4410
Muse Knoxville is a children’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math (STEAM) museum located in Chilhowee Park. Our programs in the museum, in schools across East Tennessee, & throughout Knoxville bring STEM, the arts, health & wellness, & emergent literacy to life in the minds of children. We inspire & empower ALL children through transformative learning experiences through a variety of hands-on and inquiry-based, exhibits and Outreach programs for children aged 6 mos. to 10 y/o. *Museum Play - Indoor educational learning & play spaces, a full-dome planetarium, outdoor learning spaces & a playground! *Field Trips - Bring your class, homeschool, daycare or youth group for a day of fun! *Parties/Events - Choose from a variety of packages to celebrate your special day with us. *Planetarium - We house East Tennessee's only public-access planetarium with shows that rotate every hour!
12
Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
711 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919-7593
13
McKay's Knoxville
230 Papermill Place Way, Knoxville, TN 37919-4867
McKay's is a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. People bring us their previously loved books, movies, video games, music, etc., and we offer them cash or store credit in return. Everything you find on our shelves was brought to us by other customers like you! And because of that, you truly never know what you're going to find. Every visit to McKay's is a unique adventure.
14
Ijams Nature Center
2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920-2738
Ijams Nature Center is a 315-acre member- and visitor-supported nonprofit organization, where people of all ages can hike, bike, paddle, climb, learn, explore, or simply enjoy nature in Knoxville, TN. The grounds and trails are open every day from 8:00am until dusk. The Visitor Center, including exhibits, gift shop, offices, and restrooms are open during regular business hours. Admission to the park is free, and we gladly accept donations. Fees for programs and special events vary. Established in 1910 by the Ijams (pronounced "EYE-ams") family for bird-watchers and nature-lovers, Ijams Nature Center has been ranked one of Knoxville's top three attractions by TripAdvisor, winning their 2016 Certificate of Excellence . Your generous support is needed to continue the ongoing legacy for generations to come!
15
Radius Rooftop Lounge
Embassy Suites By Hilton 507 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
16
Smart Toys and Books
9700 Kingston Pike Ste 12, Knoxville, TN 37922-3384
17
THE CUTTING EDGE CLASSROOM
817 Herron Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932-3134
Educating East Tennessee in culinary skills and introducing fun into the kitchen! We provide safe and exciting classes for all skill levels from beginner to advanced! You will learn from the best Chefs in the area, meet new friends, cook like a pro, and enjoy what you have created! We also offer a variety of private group classes perfect for team building or other needs.
18
Farragut Folklife Museum
11408 Municipal Center Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934-2830
19
Waveland State Historic Site
225 Waveland Museum Ln, Lexington, KY 40514-1618
Experience 19th century plantation life at this historic compound where you can tour the mansion or "big house," see quarters where slaves lived, visit a smokehouse and other elements of daily life in the Old South.
20
Fayette Mall
3401 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY 40503-3611
Fayette Mall is located at the intersection of Nicholasville Road and Reynolds Road. The mall is central Kentucky’s premier shopping destination with over 170 retailer and dining options including The Disney Store, H&M, Michael Kors, Sephora and The Cheesecake Factory. Fayette Mall also features a children’s play area located in Center Court. Mobile device charging stations can be found in the Food Court. WiFi is available at Starbucks, Dillard’s and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Customer Service Center is located inside the front entrance next to P.F. Chang’s. Visit shopfayette-mall.com for more information including a complete list of retailers, restaurants, entertainment options and a mall map.
21
Comedy Off Broadway
161 Lexington Green Cir, Lexington, KY 40503-3325
22
Activate - Lexington
2312 Sir Barton Way Suite 150, Lexington, KY 40509-2270
Activate offers high-tech games that test your team’s physical and mental agility across a wide variety of real-life challenges. Once inside, you and your team choose from hundreds of combinations of games and difficulty levels, each lasting one to three minutes. Your electronic wristband tracks your score and progress throughout your experience.
23
Fresh Bourbon Distillery
377 E Main St Ste 100, Lexington, KY 40507-1501
We make bourbon for the way you drink. Brining a fresh take on a classic, we want your next --or first--bourbon experience to be exactly the way you like it. Because the best bourbon doesn't need instructions. As the first African Americans to make Kentucky bourbon since slavery, we approach things a little differently. Fresh Bourbon is meant to be enjoyed. Drink it neat or let it shine in a cocktail. Whether you're a first-taster or a tastemaker, we believe bourbon is for everyone.
24
Trust Lounge
123 W Main St, Lexington, KY 40507-1320
25
Failte Irish Imports
113 S Upper St, Lexington, KY 40507-1645
Bringing Ireland to Lexington since 2001. Wonderful unique gifts for the whole family!
26
Centro
113 Cheapside, Lexington, KY 40507-1303
27
Lexington Convention Center
430 W. Vine St., Lexington, KY 40507
28
St. Paul Catholic Church
501 West Short Sreet., Lexington, KY 40507-1254
29
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
401 Cross St, Lexington, KY 40508-2806
The first era of the Lexington Brewing Co. began in the 1890s and came to a halt during Prohibition, changing ownership several times in the decades that followed. By the time Pearse Lyons and his son, Mark, explored the brewery in 1999, it was a dilapidated shell of what it had once been. However, Pearse was a visionary and entrepreneur and saw only what it could be. Spurred by a passion for brewing and distilling that courses through the Lyons family lineage of Irish coopers, Pearse revived Lexington Brewing Co. and restored a craft beer tradition that dates back to the 1700s. Pearse continued to dream big as he set his sights on distilling — a natural progression given his background in fermentation, his family’s heritage and Kentucky’s bourbon tradition. Two copper pot stills that were commissioned from Scotland arrived at Lexington Brewing Co. in 2008. In 2012, Town Branch Distillery opened, first new distillery to be built in Lexington, Kentucky, in more than 100 yrs.
30
Mary Todd Lincoln House
578 W Main St, Lexington, KY 40507-1642
Discover one of America's most fascinating first ladies during a visit to her girlhood home. The wife of President Abraham Lincoln grew up in this house. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln visited her family here. Today the home contains period furniture, portraits, and furnishings. The museum offers self-guided and guided tours. After your visit, guests are welcome to visit the Museum Store and the small garden. The property is located in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Convenient walking distance to local hotels and restaurants. Free parking is located directly behind the house. Guests may park in the museum’s designated parking or in the neighboring lot behind Main Street Baptist Church. Metered parking also available on Main Street. Holiday schedule varies. Open seasonally March 15th - November 30th.
31
Kentucky Scenic Byway
Alexandra Drive, Lexington, KY
32
Legacy Trail
381 W Loudon Ave, Lexington, KY 40508-3730
33
Gainesway Farm
3750 Paris Pike, Lexington, KY 40511-9411
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OVERVIEW

1
Start:Knoxville National Cemetery
Knoxville, Tennessee·
5.0
(9) review
939 Tyson St, Knoxville, TN 37917-7143
2
The Mill and Mine
Knoxville, Tennessee·
5.0
(9) review
227 W Depot Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917-7521
3
PostModern Spirits
Knoxville, Tennessee·
5.0
(9) review
PostModern Spirits in the heart of Knoxville's Old City open 7 days a week produces mindfully crafted spirits for the modern drinker. Visitors can savor PostModern's various offerings in the comfortable cocktail/tasting room or Thursday-Sunday join one of the fun distillery tours and tastings. Now producing several distinct varieties of gin, vodka, liqueurs like chamomile, cacao, elderberry, and bitter orange amaro arancia. Along with our American Single Malt Whiskey developed in collaboration with a local brewery!
205 W Jackson Ave Suite 205, Knoxville, TN 37902-1018
4
Peter Kern Library
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(99) review
Hidden inside the historic Kern Building, behind The Oliver Hotel lobby, is Knoxville’s one and only speakeasy, The Peter Kern Library. Once a well-kept secret, the bar is now a beloved institution. The dark wood, fireplace, rows of books, and cocktails named after literary characters create a warm and cozy atmosphere where time seems to stop.
407 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902-2112
5
Krutch Park
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(90) review
504 Market St, Knoxville, TN 37902-2107
6
Tennessee Theatre
Knoxville, Tennessee·
5.0
(716) review
Located in the heart of downtown Knoxville, the Tennessee Theatre opened in 1928 as a movie palace. The Tennessee Theatre is the Official State Theatre of Tennessee and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Tennessee Theatre is the region's leading performing arts facility with advanced technology, staging and lighting that draws top entertainment to the Knoxville area.
604 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902-1603
7
Blount Mansion
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(74) review
200 W Hill Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902-1812
8
Hi Wire Brewing - Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
906 Sevier Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920-1863
9
High Ground Park & River Bluff Wildlife Area
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(8) review
Scenic birds eye view of Tennessee river, UT Knoxville, and Knoxville City. Short 0.42 miles hiking (both way less than 1 mile).
1000 Cherokee Trl, Knoxville, TN 37920-2327
10
Knoxville Botanical Garden
Knoxville, Tennessee·
3.5
(97) review
2743 Wimpole Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914-5958
11
Muse Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(91) review
Muse Knoxville is a children’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math (STEAM) museum located in Chilhowee Park. Our programs in the museum, in schools across East Tennessee, & throughout Knoxville bring STEM, the arts, health & wellness, & emergent literacy to life in the minds of children. We inspire & empower ALL children through transformative learning experiences through a variety of hands-on and inquiry-based, exhibits and Outreach programs for children aged 6 mos. to 10 y/o. *Museum Play - Indoor educational learning & play spaces, a full-dome planetarium, outdoor learning spaces & a playground! *Field Trips - Bring your class, homeschool, daycare or youth group for a day of fun! *Parties/Events - Choose from a variety of packages to celebrate your special day with us. *Planetarium - We house East Tennessee's only public-access planetarium with shows that rotate every hour!
516 N Beaman St, Knoxville, TN 37914-4410
12
Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
711 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919-7593
13
McKay's Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(79) review
McKay's is a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. People bring us their previously loved books, movies, video games, music, etc., and we offer them cash or store credit in return. Everything you find on our shelves was brought to us by other customers like you! And because of that, you truly never know what you're going to find. Every visit to McKay's is a unique adventure.
230 Papermill Place Way, Knoxville, TN 37919-4867
14
Ijams Nature Center
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(871) review
Ijams Nature Center is a 315-acre member- and visitor-supported nonprofit organization, where people of all ages can hike, bike, paddle, climb, learn, explore, or simply enjoy nature in Knoxville, TN. The grounds and trails are open every day from 8:00am until dusk. The Visitor Center, including exhibits, gift shop, offices, and restrooms are open during regular business hours. Admission to the park is free, and we gladly accept donations. Fees for programs and special events vary. Established in 1910 by the Ijams (pronounced "EYE-ams") family for bird-watchers and nature-lovers, Ijams Nature Center has been ranked one of Knoxville's top three attractions by TripAdvisor, winning their 2016 Certificate of Excellence . Your generous support is needed to continue the ongoing legacy for generations to come!
2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920-2738
15
Radius Rooftop Lounge
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(9) review
Embassy Suites By Hilton 507 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
16
Smart Toys and Books
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(8) review
9700 Kingston Pike Ste 12, Knoxville, TN 37922-3384
17
THE CUTTING EDGE CLASSROOM
Knoxville, Tennessee·
2.5
(8) review
Educating East Tennessee in culinary skills and introducing fun into the kitchen! We provide safe and exciting classes for all skill levels from beginner to advanced! You will learn from the best Chefs in the area, meet new friends, cook like a pro, and enjoy what you have created! We also offer a variety of private group classes perfect for team building or other needs.
817 Herron Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932-3134
18
Farragut Folklife Museum
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
11408 Municipal Center Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934-2830
19
Waveland State Historic Site
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(97) review
Experience 19th century plantation life at this historic compound where you can tour the mansion or "big house," see quarters where slaves lived, visit a smokehouse and other elements of daily life in the Old South.
225 Waveland Museum Ln, Lexington, KY 40514-1618
20
Fayette Mall
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(91) review
Fayette Mall is located at the intersection of Nicholasville Road and Reynolds Road. The mall is central Kentucky’s premier shopping destination with over 170 retailer and dining options including The Disney Store, H&M, Michael Kors, Sephora and The Cheesecake Factory. Fayette Mall also features a children’s play area located in Center Court. Mobile device charging stations can be found in the Food Court. WiFi is available at Starbucks, Dillard’s and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Customer Service Center is located inside the front entrance next to P.F. Chang’s. Visit shopfayette-mall.com for more information including a complete list of retailers, restaurants, entertainment options and a mall map.
3401 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY 40503-3611
21
Comedy Off Broadway
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.0
(75) review
161 Lexington Green Cir, Lexington, KY 40503-3325
22
Activate - Lexington
Lexington, Kentucky·
5.0
(9) review
Activate offers high-tech games that test your team’s physical and mental agility across a wide variety of real-life challenges. Once inside, you and your team choose from hundreds of combinations of games and difficulty levels, each lasting one to three minutes. Your electronic wristband tracks your score and progress throughout your experience.
2312 Sir Barton Way Suite 150, Lexington, KY 40509-2270
23
Fresh Bourbon Distillery
Lexington, Kentucky·
5.0
(8) review
We make bourbon for the way you drink. Brining a fresh take on a classic, we want your next --or first--bourbon experience to be exactly the way you like it. Because the best bourbon doesn't need instructions. As the first African Americans to make Kentucky bourbon since slavery, we approach things a little differently. Fresh Bourbon is meant to be enjoyed. Drink it neat or let it shine in a cocktail. Whether you're a first-taster or a tastemaker, we believe bourbon is for everyone.
377 E Main St Ste 100, Lexington, KY 40507-1501
24
Trust Lounge
Lexington, Kentucky·
3.0
(9) review
123 W Main St, Lexington, KY 40507-1320
25
Failte Irish Imports
Lexington, Kentucky·
5.0
(9) review
Bringing Ireland to Lexington since 2001. Wonderful unique gifts for the whole family!
113 S Upper St, Lexington, KY 40507-1645
26
Centro
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.0
(9) review
113 Cheapside, Lexington, KY 40507-1303
27
Lexington Convention Center
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.0
(83) review
430 W. Vine St., Lexington, KY 40507
28
St. Paul Catholic Church
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(9) review
501 West Short Sreet., Lexington, KY 40507-1254
29
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(984) review
The first era of the Lexington Brewing Co. began in the 1890s and came to a halt during Prohibition, changing ownership several times in the decades that followed. By the time Pearse Lyons and his son, Mark, explored the brewery in 1999, it was a dilapidated shell of what it had once been. However, Pearse was a visionary and entrepreneur and saw only what it could be. Spurred by a passion for brewing and distilling that courses through the Lyons family lineage of Irish coopers, Pearse revived Lexington Brewing Co. and restored a craft beer tradition that dates back to the 1700s. Pearse continued to dream big as he set his sights on distilling — a natural progression given his background in fermentation, his family’s heritage and Kentucky’s bourbon tradition. Two copper pot stills that were commissioned from Scotland arrived at Lexington Brewing Co. in 2008. In 2012, Town Branch Distillery opened, first new distillery to be built in Lexington, Kentucky, in more than 100 yrs.
401 Cross St, Lexington, KY 40508-2806
30
Mary Todd Lincoln House
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(763) review
Discover one of America's most fascinating first ladies during a visit to her girlhood home. The wife of President Abraham Lincoln grew up in this house. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln visited her family here. Today the home contains period furniture, portraits, and furnishings. The museum offers self-guided and guided tours. After your visit, guests are welcome to visit the Museum Store and the small garden. The property is located in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Convenient walking distance to local hotels and restaurants. Free parking is located directly behind the house. Guests may park in the museum’s designated parking or in the neighboring lot behind Main Street Baptist Church. Metered parking also available on Main Street. Holiday schedule varies. Open seasonally March 15th - November 30th.
578 W Main St, Lexington, KY 40507-1642
31
Kentucky Scenic Byway
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(86) review
Alexandra Drive, Lexington, KY
32
Legacy Trail
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(89) review
381 W Loudon Ave, Lexington, KY 40508-3730
33
Gainesway Farm
Lexington, Kentucky·
5.0
(9) review
3750 Paris Pike, Lexington, KY 40511-9411

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What's the driving distance between Knoxville and Lexington?
The distance is 170 miles
What's the travel time between Knoxville and Lexington?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 3h 11m mins in normal traffic
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