
Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour
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Is Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour worth booking?
Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour is a 0.8-hour experience in Knoxville, United States, from $10 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- From
- $10 per person
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
What you get
About this experience
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
Included
- Hands free walking tour experience on our app
- Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires
- See Knoxville historic sites, music sites, and main streets.
- Walking Tour on our Walking Tour app (Not Viator app)
Not included
- No admission, this tour is all outside
- No human guide, this tour is all guided by our walking tour app
What you'll see and do
The tour ends outside the Knoxville County Courthouse, where you'll hear its story.
Pass by without stopping
The tour stops outside 319 North Gay Street where you'll hear about how Dolly Parton got here start here.
Pass by without stopping
the tour stops outside the Melting Pot, a spot that Garth Brookes once played at before his fame.
Pass by without stopping
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 here
Market Square
Hear the history of the square and it's music link.
5 minutes here
Tennessee Woman Suffrage Memorial
Learn Tennessee's link to Woman's suffrage and the story of the statue here.
5 minutes here
Why is a man rowing a boat in the sidewalk? Find out on the tour.
5 minutes here
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 here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Knoxville
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.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends outside the Knoxville County Courthouse, where you'll hear its story.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WalknTours
Know before you go
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Knoxville.
How much does Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Knoxville usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 0.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Knoxville is not rushed.
Is Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Knoxville, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Knoxville can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Knoxville and add a light layer if any part of the 0.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sounds of Knoxville Self Guided Audio GPS/APP Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Knoxville within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Knoxville?
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Knoxville, TN packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Knoxville by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book. On Outty we rank every Knoxville experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems, Knoxville Sweet Treats Food Tour: Beignets, Chocolates, & More, Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Knoxville?
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Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Knoxville, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Knoxville?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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