Attraction · Tennessee
Sunsphere - Knoxville
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A gold sphere on a tower left over from the 1982 World's Fair. It's free to go up, the observation deck has decent views of the Smokies, and the whole thing takes about twenty minutes. Your kids will ask 'why is there a gold ball on a stick' and honestly, that's a fair question. The surrounding World's Fair Park has a splash pad in summer that'll burn fifteen minutes of energy. Quick Knoxville stop if you're passing through on I-40.
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Destination Details
- ✓observation deck
- ✓free admission
- ✓park
- ✓splash pad
- ✓restrooms
- ✓parking
Places to stay nearby
- Hampton Inn Knoxville-West at Cedar BluffBook →
8340 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 · $$
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Common questions about Sunsphere - Knoxville
Where is Sunsphere - Knoxville?
Sunsphere - Knoxville is at 810 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902, Tennessee. It sits along I-40, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.
What are the hours at Sunsphere - Knoxville?
Typical hours: 9am–10pm. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Sunsphere - Knoxville like to visit on a family road trip?
A gold sphere on a tower left over from the 1982 World's Fair. It's free to go up, the observation deck has decent views of the Smokies, and the whole thing takes about twenty minutes. Your kids will ask 'why is there a gold ball on a stick' and honestly, that's a fair question. The surrounding World's Fair Park has a splash pad in summer that'll burn fifteen minutes of energy. Quick Knoxville stop if you're passing through on I-40.
Is Sunsphere - Knoxville family-friendly?
Sunsphere - Knoxville is workable for families but tends to land better with older kids.
How long should families plan to stay at Sunsphere - Knoxville?
Most families spend an hour or two at Sunsphere - Knoxville, depending on kid stamina and weather.