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Don't Knock Knoxville
Fun Along the Banks of the Tennessee River
By Elissa Gilbert
for options. Gatlinburg has a busy main strip with lots of activities for children, including an aquarium, miniature golf and motion simulator rides, while Townsend offers a quieter atmosphere. Information on activities in the park is available at www.nps.gov/grsm.
There are many places to eat along the river front and in the center of town, as well as near the UT campus. Check out www.knoxmenus.com to see what's on the menu before heading out. Here are a few places to try:
The Tomato Head in Market Square (12 Market Square, 865-637-4067)
Enjoy pizza, soups, and whole or half sandwiches at a table inside or out.
Calhoun's On the River (400 Neyland Dr., 865-673-3355)
Known for its ribs, you can watch boats go by from a table indoors or out.
Old College Inn (2204 Cumberland Ave., 865-523-4597)
A popular spot right on the strip near the UT campus.
Buddy's Bar-B-Q
Several locations. Great barbecue served with hush puppies and sweet tea is a great Southern twist on fast food.
A free trolley runs between many of the attractions in Knoxville (weekdays only, unfortunately). There are four routes covering the city and campus, as well as connections to the city bus service. Visit the Knoxville Area Transit Web site or call 865-637-7000 for transportation information.
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