Knoxville, Tennessee is a great overnight stop. Why? Consider this… you’ve traveled all day, you’re tired, hungry, the kids are wired… you get the picture. What you really need right about then is that perfect overnight stop… an exit where you feel safe and comfortable… an exit with a good mix of accommodations and a variety of eating places… not just fast food. And, maybe a little shopping later before you get back to the motel. The next morning you can gas up nearby and head out. Everything you need conveniently located right off the exit! Those exits are great overnight stops!
About Knoxville, Tennessee…
Knoxville sits right on I‑75 (and I‑40) in East Tennessee, making it an easy, low-stress overnight stop with plenty of hotels clustered near the exits and a quick hop into town. It’s a lively college city (University of Tennessee) with a welcoming, walkable core, so you can stretch your legs and still keep your travel schedule intact.
For an evening out, downtown and Market Square offer restaurants, patios, and local shops, and the Old City district adds a fun mix of historic brick streets, live music, and casual bars. If you’d rather unwind outdoors, Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness has miles of trails close to town, and the riverfront along the Tennessee River is great for a sunset stroll.
It’s also a strategic stop if you’re headed toward the Smokies: Great Smoky Mountains National Park is roughly an hour away, and Knoxville gives you better dining and lodging variety than many smaller interstate towns. Add in generally easy parking, a safe and energetic downtown, and standout local eats (especially Southern comfort food and barbecue), and Knoxville makes a convenient, enjoyable place to recharge for the next day’s drive.
Places to Stay in Knoxville…
This I-75 exit in Knoxville has a great selection of places to stay and most of the national chains are represented here.
You’ll find just what you’re looking fort here, including Best Western Knoxville Suites – Downtown, Comfort Suites Knoxville North, Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Knoxville Northwest, Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North, Holiday Inn Knoxville North, MainStay Suites Knoxville North, Motel 6 Knoxville North, Quality Inn Merchants Drive, Red Roof Inn Knoxville North, Spark by Hilton Knoxville North, Tru By Hilton Knoxville North.
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Places to Eat in Knoxville…
This is a great exit as far as food is concerned. From national fast food chains to local independents, its all here conveniently located right off this I-75 exit.
Places to eat here include: Afghani Cuisine, Anafres Grill & Market, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Arby’s, Austin’s Steak & Homestyle Buffet, Hooter’s, Burger King, Captain D’s Seafood, Casey’s Pizza, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Domino’s Pizza, Dunkin Donuts, El Chico Mexican Restaurant, Hooter’s, IHOP, Jimmy John’s, Krystal, Little Caesar’s Pizza, McDonald’s, Monterrey Mexican Restaurant, Nixon’s Deli, Outback Steakhouse, La Patrona Mexican Restaurant, Peyton’s Place, Pizza Hut, Pizza Inn, Red Lobster, Starbucks, Subway, Taco Bell, Waffle House, Wendy’s
Places to Shop in Knoxville…
Although this exit is not a “shoppers paradise”, you will find all your travel essential here. Stores at this exit include; Advance Auto Parts, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Food City, Ingle’s Supermarket, KARM Thrift Stores, Merchants Wine & Spirits, Walgreen’s Pharmacy.
Gas Up and Head out…
With choices, come price competition and you’ll discover surprisingly good gas prices at this I-75 exit. Options include; BP, Casey’s, Citgo, Delta Express, Exxon, Food City Gas n’ Go, Mobil, Pilot.
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