On a hilltop overlooking the Tennessee River, the Knoxville Marriott is connected by covered walkway to the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum as well as within walking distance of Knoxville's business community. Next door is the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame and a few feet beyond is the Tennessee Riverfront, including the Gateway Regional Visitors Center, Volunteer Landing, Ruth's Chris Steak House, Calhouns and the Star of Knoxville Riverboat. The hotel is within one mile of the University of Tennessee and the historical district, 45 minutes to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and 20 minutes to the McGhee Tyson Airport.