The city is famous for its deep musical roots, its role as Tennessee’s first capital, and its vibrant downtown filled with theaters, historic buildings, and stories of legendary performers. Your tour begins at 319 North Gay Street, where Dolly Parton got her start and We’ll wind our way past old radio studios, grand theaters, and the lively Market Square, where the echoes of fiddles and gospel choirs still linger. You’ll see the spot where Garth Brooks played before he was famous. The murals, alleys and parks. And of course, you’ll hear music history. This tour is all guided step by step by our walking tour app. Go at your own pace, anytime. it never expires. Listen anytime.
Strong Street, it is an alley between Market Square and Gay Street, Knoxville, United States
One of the coolest alleys in Knoxville, great to see while in town, learn how it became the Graffiti Alley.
Knoxville, United States
Hear the history of the square and it's music link.
Market Square, Knoxville, United States
Learn Tennessee's link to Woman's suffrage and the story of the statue here.
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Knoxville, United States
On the tour, you'll see these stops and so many more as you walk the streets of Knoxville learning it's history and music story.
The tour starts where Dolly Parton got here start, at this small former radio station. You'll then be guided through the streets discovering it's story.
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