South Coast Pizza
A casual pizza stop after exploring the trails or spending the day around town.
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STEVE & TIFFANY’S NEIGHBORHOOD NOTES
A little local
goes a long way.
Your Green Cityscape guide to South Knoxville: good food, fresh air, downtown discoveries, and a little Big Orange spirit.
We’re thrilled you’re staying with us.
Enjoy exploring! — Steve & Tiffany
01 / A TASTE OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Eat well.
Stay awhile.
Sevier Avenue and the surrounding neighborhood are a great starting point for casual meals and a local beer. These are a few places from our guest guide.
FROM STEVE & TIFFANY
Good food.
Even better company.
We’re happy to share our neighborhood favorites. Find a new spot, make time for a meal together, and enjoy a little of what makes Knoxville special.
Alliance Brewing Co.
A relaxed South Knoxville brewery for local ales, lagers, and a change of pace.
Visit Alliance ↗Hi-Wire Brewing
A spacious South Knoxville taproom with a lively atmosphere for gathering with your group.
Knoxville taproom ↗Printshop Beer Co.
A neighborhood craft brewery on Island Home Avenue. Check its calendar for events during your stay.
Hours & happenings ↗More neighborhood food & coffee
Honeybee Coffee Company
Coffee at the South Knoxville location on Sevier Avenue.
Menus & visitor info ↗Earl’s Knoxville
A South Waterfront option for a casual meal and drinks.
Menus & visitor info ↗SouthSide Garage
A neighborhood bar and food-truck stop; check the current food options.
Menus & visitor info ↗Sevier Avenue Burger Company
Smash burgers and a casual stop while exploring the neighborhood.
Menus & visitor info ↗Redbud Kitchen
A South Knoxville meal option near Hi-Wire Brewing.
Menus & visitor info ↗SoKno Taco Cantina
A taco stop to consider after exploring the Urban Wilderness.
Menus & visitor info ↗71 South
A restaurant near Baker Creek for a meal after your outdoor adventure.
Menus & visitor info ↗Calhoun’s On The River
A waterfront dining option for a downtown outing.
Menus & visitor info ↗Follow the links for current hours, menus, and events before you head out.
02 / MAKE ROOM FOR FRESH AIR
A city with a
wild side.
Hiking, biking, quarry views, and riverfront wandering: there’s plenty to explore around South Knoxville.
Ijams Nature Center
Explore trails, wildlife, and scenic spaces. Start with the official maps and trail-closure information to plan your visit.
Trail maps & closures ↗Baker Creek Preserve
A popular gateway into Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness, with trails for a range of experiences. Use the trail guide to choose a route that suits your group.
Explore Baker Creek ↗Mead’s Quarry
Enjoy the scenery of a former marble quarry, or look into seasonal paddling options through Ijams.
Paddling & water activities ↗Urban Wilderness & greenways
Find hiking and biking routes across South Knoxville’s connected outdoor spaces, including riverfront greenways.
Navitat Knoxville
Plan an aerial adventure at Ijams with treetop obstacles, bridges, and zip lines. Reserve ahead and review the participation requirements.
Plan your Navitat visit ↗Suttree Landing Park
Pair a neighborhood meal with a riverwalk, playground time, or a picnic beside the Tennessee River.
Park information ↗A NOTE FROM YOUR HOSTS
Green Cityscape has two complimentary bikes for guests. Please contact us about the bike waiver and access before riding.
Ask us about the bikes ↗03 / A CHANGE OF SCENERY
Make a day of
downtown.
Head into downtown Knoxville for Market Square, local shops and restaurants, museums, live music, and the historic Tennessee Theatre.
Build your plans around what’s happening during your visit. Check current routes and transportation options before setting out.
Downtown dining & entertainment ↗MAKE A LITTLE PLAN
Neighborhood evening: dinner and a riverfront walk.
Outdoor day: Ijams or Baker Creek, then a meal at 71 South.
City day: Market Square, a downtown meal, and a show.
04 / CHEER ON THE BIG ORANGE
Your game-day
game plan.
Heading downtown or to Neyland Stadium? Plan your route before leaving Green Cityscape, especially on game days and during special events.
A LITTLE BIG ORANGE SPIRIT
From your hosts,
Steve & Tiffany.
We’re excited to share Knoxville with you. Use these resources to plan your game-day outing, and reach out if you have questions.
KAT Route 40
Use KAT’s South Knoxville route page for schedules, stops, and service alerts. Sevier Avenue construction can affect pickup locations; check the current detour notice before heading to a stop.
Parking, walking & traffic
The City of Knoxville brings together game-day traffic guidance, parking resources, walking maps, and links to transportation options.
Make the most of game day
Visit Knoxville’s game-day resources help you plan your fan experience and find additional maps and parking information.
05 / BEYOND GAME DAY
A quieter side
of campus.
Make time for a museum visit or a garden walk during your University of Tennessee outing.
McClung Museum
Explore the museum on UT’s campus. Check current opening hours and closures, especially on home football game days.
Plan your museum visit ↗UT Gardens, Knoxville
Enjoy seasonal plants and a peaceful campus outing. General admission is free; special events may have an entry fee.
Garden visitor information ↗06 / GO A LITTLE FARTHER
Leave room
for adventure.
Plan a longer outing, check your route, and give yourself time to enjoy the day.
Great Smoky Mountains
Plan a day of mountain scenery, walks, or scenic drives. Check National Park Service conditions and parking requirements before leaving.
Park passes & parking tags ↗Gatlinburg SkyPark
The destination formerly called SkyLift Park offers a chairlift ride and elevated views. Check tickets, weather conditions, and parking before your visit.
Plan your SkyPark outing ↗YOUR PLACE TO COME HOME TO
Explore a little.
Unwind a lot.
Book your stay Recommendations from Steve & Tiffany · Links checked November 6, 2026.
Official pages have the latest operating hours, route changes, conditions, and activity details.