Sunsphere

Sunsphere - Event Venue in Knoxville, Tennessee

Historic Venue · Knoxville, Tennessee

810 Clinch Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

About Sunsphere

The Sunsphere is Knoxville’s iconic 1982 World’s Fair landmark offering 360-degree panoramic views of downtown, World’s Fair Park, the University of Tennessee, and the Great Smoky Mountains. Visitors begin at the 3rd Floor Welcome Center for ticketing, regional souvenirs, and historical insights before ascending by elevator to the 4th Floor Observation Deck with interactive exhibits and a World’s Fair timeline gallery. Private group tours are available via Visit Knoxville.

Venue Details

  • Meeting rooms: 1
  • Year built: 1982

Ratings

Google Rating: 4.5/5 (2,389 reviews)

Guest Highlights

  • Room
  • View
  • Parking
  • Event

Amenities

Facilities

  • observation deck
  • welcome center
  • interactive exhibits
  • timeline gallery
  • elevator

Room Features

  • 360-degree panoramic views

Guest Services

  • ticketing
  • historical insights from local staff
  • private group tours

Meeting Rooms & Event Spaces

4th Floor Observation Deck

  • Type: Multi Purpose
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible
  • Observation deck with 360-degree panoramic views and interactive exhibits; available for exclusive 30-minute private group tours via Visit Knoxville, suitable for corporate events, field trips, and travel groups.

Style

historic, urban

Contact

Phone: (865) 314-0660

Email: sunsphere@knoxville.org