What an amazing gem in little Knoxville! If you would like to see genuine art and created by UT…read morestudents, this is the place!

From the owner: We are an on-campus space for the campus and community to connect with art. The gallery fosters…read moreartistic curiosity and supports inquiry by creating diverse cultural experiences to serve the university and our communities. Our programming represents current attitudes in art and architecture, supports the curricula of the School of Art, The College of Architecture and Design, and campus constituents, and serves as a cultural resource for Knoxville and East Tennessee. Our exhibitions strive to be trans-disciplinary, experimental, and present art not readily available elsewhere in East Tennessee.

The Museum of the American House Cat is one of those stops that feels both interesting and quirky…read morein the best possible way, the kind of place that you pull into on a whim and walk out of smiling because it exists at all. The collection is a tight little maze of memorabilia, artwork, toys, signage and all the odd bits of feline history someone loved enough to gather, and we were through it in less than twenty minutes which honestly would have been quicker except Oliver the tabby, one of the resident cats, decided that we were worth his time. He let us pet him a bit and that small moment of cat diplomacy ended up being almost as memorable as anything in the cases. I kept thinking about a similar museum I visited near Gettysburg that was all about elephants. A fun comparison because I do not have elephants as pets and the emotional connection is of course different. Cats are part of daily life for so many people and that makes this place feel more personal and more playful. The displays are charming without trying to be anything grander than what they are and that honesty makes it work. As a break from driving through the North Carolina mountains, this was exactly the kind of distraction I hope for on a road trip, something small and strange and delightful that reminds you why detours are worth taking. I am genuinely pleased we swung off the main route for it because it added a little spark to the day and gave us a story to carry forward, and sometimes that is all you want from a roadside museum dedicated to the creatures who rule our homes. [Review 455 of 2026 - 4587 in North Carolina - 25638 overall]

Definitely worth a stop if you are a fan of cats! Even my boyfriend's parents (who are dog people)…read morethought it was interesting. This small museum is absolutely packed with cat collectibles, sorted by theme (clocks, Halloween, music, etc.) There is even a mummified cat from Egypt. My favorite thing was the carousel with the various cat figures on it. Well, my REAL favorite thing was the couple of kitties running around wanting pets! The museum supports the cage-free, no-kill shelter, Catman2 Shelter, so pay your $10 entry fee, pick up some goodies in the gift shop, and know that it's benefitting a good cause.

Had a really enjoyable evening. Was able to tour 3 spots, very close together and easy to get…read morearound. Tour guide was knowledgeable about brewing and the places but not what I would call a beer snob. If you're new to brew tours this is a great way to get started.

I was in town visiting family for my birthday, and as I hadn't seen my brother in a few years, he…read moresuggested we go on a beer tour together. What a great idea! We ended up going on a Friday night and had a total blast. Ace was our guide, and she was super fun and knowledgeable. She had an engaging way of telling us about the beer-making process, and I learned some cool stuff. Fluffy was our driver/pourer, and transported us around safely; it was so great to get a little drunk and not have to worry about transportation. I liked that the tour is built around the interests of the people on it, which means every tour is a little bit different. There were plenty of snacks on board, and I definitely appreciated the endless supply of water. The only thing I wish is that we could have had a little more time at each brewery, as it felt like we were rushing from spot to spot. One thing that's really great about this tour is that it gives a bit of a taste of lots of different kinds of beers, beginning with mild and easy ones and working up to darker or more experimental beer. I even found a few new favorites! I'd highly recommend this tour to anyone who loves beer or who isn't so sure but is interested in trying out what Knoxville has to offer!

We were on a family vacation where we landed at the Knoxville airport and needed to stay overnight…read more It wasn't a destination town for us but I decided since we'd never been to Tennessee before to get a tour before we headed east. I looked online and found KISS Caboose was free and goes based on tips, which I thought was fantastic since we had two children under 10, that wouldn't appreciate the tour as much as my husband and I would. I called to make a reservation and Gina picked up even though she was in the middle of a busy event. I told her the day and times that we would be available and she hooked us up with one of her best tour guides, Jennifer. I cannot express how excellent the tour was. I guess the best way to put it is I want to live in Knoxville now! It was an hour long in a adorable little bus. She was able to show us historical sites and buildings, and some of the local must go to shops and murals. She even pulled over and took pictures of our family in front of the murals! Coming from the west coast her accent was delightful and her knowledge was astounding. I was never interested in history but she left me with historical knowledge that I think I will never forget. She met us at the Art Museum which is free and also AWESOME with a great gift shop which she also recommended. If you are in a very small party of 2 to 5 people max, then please check them out, even if you're a local, you may learn a few things.

Gina was hired for a recent career fair and was my angel! Lost for over an hour trying to find…read moreparking I was a bit distraught since time was running out and I hate being late. She helped me find parking, picked me up, made me laugh and gave me the number in case I needed her. Fantastic and fun ride!

Very knowledgeable about the Murals and Knoxville. Appreciated that we were not rushed. The only…read morenegative was the car fumes but honestly that couldn't be helped.

From the owner: We are downtown Knoxville's only legal and fully vetted low-speed golf cart transportation and tour…read morecompany. We are proud to offer a unique way to get around "when somewhere's too far to walk, but too close to drive". All of our drivers are fully trained, qualified, and held to the utmost standards.

Great property and house tour. But even better historical discussion and the very nuanced and…read moresomewhat difficult life of Eugenia Williams. Expertly told by the guide.

We really enjoyed the tour. Not just seeing the house and property but also hearing about the…read morehistory of the home and its owner. Our guide was very knowledgeable able the life of Eugenia Williams! That was my favorite part!

My sister in law treated me with a giftcard for two tickets for a walking food tour of Knoxville…read morelast winter. We waited until the weather got nicer and more restaurants were open after the pandemic. Pamela was kind, knowledgeable, and interspersed the history of Knoxville and various buildings/restaurants as we went on our walking tour down Gay Street and Market Square. We stopped and had tastings (appetizers/small meals) at three local restaurants, tea tasting at a local tea shop, and dessert over 3 hours. The portions were more than enough to enjoy without being uncomfortable by the end of the tour. I highly recommend Pamela and her food tour. We are locals and still learned a lot and got to try new things. Would make for a great date or fun day out with friends!

The tour operator, Paula Johnson, is an encyclopedia of knowledge in Knoxville history. She…read moreprovides ample sample portions of local food at downtown restaurants and an interesting walking tour in the downtown area. The food was fantastic and the company great. Do this if you have several free hours in Knoxville. You will be happy you did.