Ijams Nature Center is an excellent destination for a little nature time in this busy world, remarkable not only because of its beautiful scenery but also because it is located just 10 minutes from downtown Knoxville. Now part of the Urban Wilderness, Ijams has been offering all kinds of outdoor activities for all kinds of ages of Knoxvillians for years. Spend an hour, spend a day with kids young, old, or both-- you won’t be disappointed at Ijams.