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Knoxville’s Country Music Heritage: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Overview

Experience Knoxville in a new way on a self-guided audio tour that looks at the city’s deep and dynamic heritage in the development of American country music.

Discover new stories about the talented musicians and songwriters who were born here or used the city as a springboard to fame, in Nashville and beyond. Some just came to play, while others left their mark in memorable ways. We’ll meet the truly famous, like Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, and Elvis Presley, but also the more obscure performers and songwriters such as Charlie Oaks and Arthur Q. Smith. Along the way, you'll hear interesting facts and tales from Knoxville’s history and culture along the way, too.

Whether you’re a visitor or a resident curious about local history, which often connects to national history, this tour is the perfect primer to Knoxville’s Country Music roots. This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with our Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback.

What's Included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Access to our App for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Food and drink
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

North Gay Street
Knoxville, TN 37917, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Main Street Southwest
Knoxville, TN 37902, USA

The tour ends outside the Knox County Courthouse.

What To Expect

The Mill and Mine (Pass By)

The tour briefly stops outside Mill and Mine. You'll learn about some of the building's history and hear about the famous musicians that have played there.
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Melting Pot (Pass By)

You'll stop briefly in front of the Melting Pot restaurant. You'll hear a bit about what the venue past as a nightclub.
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Lonesome Dove Knoxville (Pass By)

On this tour, you'll walk past Lonesome Dove and hear about the venue's past as a jazz club.
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Boyd’s Jig and Reel (Pass By)

You'll pass by Boyd's Jig and Reel restaurant and club. While you walk, you'll hear about its history and its connection to "Stick" McGhee.
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Visit Knoxville Visitors Center (Pass By)

You'll walk past the Knoxville Visitors Center and learn about how the main public room doubles as a radio studio for public radio station WDVX.
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Market Square (Pass By)

You'll briefly stop outside of Market Square. There you'll hear about the square's history, its connection to live music and specific musicians.
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Tennessee Theatre (Pass By)

You'll walk past the Tennessee Theatre and learn about its history. The theater has hosted some of country music's greats, from Steve Earle to Merle Haggard to the Everly Brothers.
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Bijou Theater (Pass By)

You'll stop outside of Bijou Theatre to hear about its history. It is Tennessee's oldest secular auditorium and has hosted a wide variety of entertainers.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Knoxville’s Country Music Heritage: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Knoxville’s Country Music Heritage: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English.
  • Access to our App for Android and iOS.
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
The following is NOT included:
  • Smartphone and headphones.
  • Food and drink.
  • Transportation.
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The minimum age to participate is 6..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Knoxville’s Country Music Heritage: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Knoxville’s Country Music Heritage: A Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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