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Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

4.5(1,417)
Botanical Garden

About

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum offers 44 acres of historic gardens, walking trails, and stone buildings just minutes from downtown. Its distinctive stone walls and bamboo forest create a unique setting for small group strolls or outdoor meetings.

The Howell House Visitors Center provides a welcoming hub with restrooms and a gift shop, supporting seamless event logistics. The garden’s year-round accessibility and serene atmosphere make it a refreshing choice for business gatherings that benefit from nature’s calm.

Best for

  • Outdoor team-building & nature walks
  • Casual client meetups with scenic views
  • Creative retreats & inspiration sessions

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Venue Details

Standout features

44 acres with National Register of Historic Places status
Historic Landscape
44 acres with National Register of Historic Places status
The garden preserves a rich horticultural legacy with timeless buildings, over two miles of distinctive stone walls, and historic structures from the former Howell Nurseries, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and heritage.
Diverse walking paths through gardens, bamboo forest, and old stone buildings
Gardens & Trails
Diverse walking paths through gardens, bamboo forest, and old stone buildings
Visitors can explore beginner-friendly trails featuring a bamboo forest unusual for East Tennessee, old walls, and stone buildings that add architectural interest and a distinctive aesthetic to the natural setting.
Free, year-round access minutes from downtown Knoxville
Location & Access
Free, year-round access minutes from downtown Knoxville
Open daily from dawn to dusk with free entry, the garden offers convenient access to a large, tranquil outdoor space close to the city center, supported by a visitors center with restrooms and a gift shop.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 1,417 reviews