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Reasons To Visit Knoxville

The vibrant city of Knoxville is home to a huge range of attractions for people of all ages and tastes whether it’s exploring the city’s interesting heritage, enjoying the lively local nightlife scene or venturing out of the city and into the beautiful wilderness. One of the best places to start off your visit is in the charming Market Square downtown which hosts frequent markets and is home to many unique boutique shops and quaint cafés. One of the most famous attractions in the city is the World’s Fair Park which still remains from 1982, while there are an eclectic variety of festivals and cultural events held across Knoxville each year. Adventurous travelers won’t want to miss out on an excursion into the Great Smoky Mountains which is just 30 minutes from Knoxville - here you can do everything from hiking and trekking to camping out overnight.

Arriving In Knoxville

McGhee Tyson Airport is the main airport serving Knoxville located around 20 km away from the city. Currently the airport only handles domestic flights from within the United States, so those looking to travel from the UAE to Knoxville will need to make a stopover somewhere in order to complete the journey.

McGhee Tyson Airport is a single terminal airport offering a decent variety of facilities and amenities to keep travelers happy. There are plenty of cafés on site as well as a few eateries to satisfy your appetite, while you can find a couple of shops and convenience stores to get any essentials you need. In addition to this, getting online at the airport is easy as they provide free Wi-Fi for passengers. When you have landed at the airport it is easy to get into the city by taxi, with metered taxis available just outside of the terminal building. At McGhee Tyson Airport there are a number of internationally recognized car rental agencies available on site, so those looking for a vehicle can arrange this immediately upon arrival.

Knoxville Travel Information

Where to stay: Ratings and booking information for the best hotels in Knoxville for every budget

UAE nationals looking to travel to the United States will have to make a visa application first before flying, so be sure to give yourself plenty of time to get this done. In Knoxville you can expect hot and sunny weather over the summer with average highs of around 30 degrees between June and August, although temperatures get surprisingly chilly over the winter so make sure you pack some warm clothing with you.

* This information is correct as of January 2018