• The Mill and Mine - The tour makes a brief stop outside the Mill and Mine. Participants will discover some of the building’s history and learn about the renowned musicians who have performed there.
• Knoxville Melting Pot - There will be a short stop in front of the Melting Pot restaurant, where attendees will hear about its past life as a nightclub.
• Lonesome Dove Knoxville - During this tour, participants will walk past Lonesome Dove and learn about its history as a jazz club.
• Boyd’s Jig and Reel - The tour will pass by Boyd’s Jig and Reel restaurant and club. As participants walk, they will hear about its history and its association with “Stick” McGhee.
• Visit Knoxville Visitors Center - The tour will pass the Knoxville Visitors Center, where participants will learn how the main public room also serves as a radio studio for public radio station WDVX.
• Market Square - There will be a brief stop outside Market Square, where participants will hear about the square’s history, its ties to live music, and notable musicians.
• Tennessee Theatre - Participants will walk past the Tennessee Theatre and learn about its history. The theater has hosted some of country music’s legends, including Steve Earle, Merle Haggard, and the Everly Brothers.
• Bijou Theater - The tour will stop outside Bijou Theatre to explore its history. It is Tennessee’s oldest secular auditorium and has welcomed a diverse range of entertainers.

• Lifetime access to the tour in English
• Access to our mobile App for Android and iOS
• Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

• Smartphone and headphones
• Food and drink
• Transportation

Explore Knoxville from a novel perspective with a self-guided audio tour that delves into the city’s profound and vibrant contribution to the evolution of American country music.

Unearth new narratives about the skilled artists and lyricists who originated here or employed the city as a launchpad to stardom, in Nashville and further afield. Some merely came for performance, while others significantly influenced the music scene. We’ll encounter the genuinely renowned, such as Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, and Elvis Presley, but also the lesser-known talents like Charlie Oaks and Arthur Q. Smith. Along your journey, you’ll be introduced to fascinating details and stories from Knoxville’s past and culture.

Whether you are a tourist or a local interested in local history, which often intertwines with national history, this tour serves as the ideal introduction to Knoxville’s Country Music heritage. This pedestrian tour can be experienced on-site or even virtually from the comfort of your home with our Continuous Play feature that deactivates the GPS playback.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.