Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Get the App

Sunsphere Observation Tower

Sunsphere Observation Tower

Highlight • Monument

Sunsphere Observation Tower

Cycling

5.0

(5)

Hiking

5.0

(4)

Save

Location: Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee, United States

Save

See nearby routes

Take Me There

Tips

☮️🕊🌍 - Stefan Z

August 9, 2022

Hiking

The elevator takes you up to a height of approximately 80 meters. The glass sphere you enter is covered in 24-carat gold, hence its golden color.
This tower was designated a landmark of the 1982 World's Fair, and the surrounding park is very well preserved and clean.

Translated by

•

AverieOutside

December 7, 2023

Cycling

The Sunsphere was built for the 1982 World's Fair in Knoxville. It provides views of the city and the surrounding Great Smoky Mountains from the top of a four-story tower. You can lock your bike up and venture to the top for $5.

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Nearby routes

Best routes near Sunsphere Observation Tower

#1.

World's Fair Park Inner Loop via Neyland Greenway

1.46km

00:23

20m

Embark on an easy 0.9-mile (1.5 km) hike along the World's Fair Park Inner Loop via Neyland Greenway, a route that offers a refreshing urban escape. You will experience a…

Navigate with device

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

hikers

#2.

Volunteer Landing – Sunsphere Observation Tower loop from Knoxville

6.88km

01:47

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate with device

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

hikers

#3.