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The best way to discover an area is definitely on foot, and storyteller Laura Still will reveal Knoxville’s colourful secrets and some of the famous and infamous people who have lived in the area. There are a variety of tours to choose from, some focusing on history, others on music, and all of them are fun and very informative.

Cherokee Caverns are a fun place to visit all year through as they comprise several ancient caves. The caverns were formed 300 million years ago when the area was submerged by the sea, and the evidence of cane torch marks show that they were used by early Indians. They were later discovered in 1854 by a local farmer. Today, the caverns become magical, though, in December when they are transformed into a pretty Christmas grotto and for other occasions, including Halloween.

If you are spending time in the city, then it is an absolute ‘must’ to try some of the local specialities that are widely available in Knoxville restaurants. These tasty dishes include shrimp quesadillas, pesto grilled chicken club sliders, and wild mushroom stone-fired pizza. Filet mignon sandwich is a lunchtime special to try.