Playground

Right outside The Muse in Knoxville, this spot packs a solid mix of equipment for the 2-to-10 crowd — climbing structures, slides, a merry-go-round, and a little music garden where kids can bang and plunk around on outdoor instruments. The music section alone is worth a stop, especially if you’ve got a toddler who just wants to make noise. After the playground wears them out, head over to the pond nearby and let them feed the ducks — bring bread or crackers because the geese out there are bold. It’s a genuinely good combo for a morning out without having to drive all over town.