Knoxville Saunas: Cold Plunge & Wood-Fired

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Knoxville's sauna scene brings Nordic bathhouse culture to North Knoxville, with traditional saunas and cold plunges in a revitalizing neighborhood.

There are 3 saunas in and around Knoxville. Among the 2 that list a per-visit price, a session costs $26 to $40, with a median of $33. 2 have a cold plunge and 1 is wood-fired. One of them shows open session times live, so you can check before you go.

3

saunas

$26–$40

per session

2

with cold plunge

1

with live availability

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Quick picks

Lowest prices

The cheapest per-visit sessions in Knoxville, by listed price.

Best for a cold plunge

Saunas with a cold plunge on site.

Wood-fired

Saunas heated by a wood stove.

Check open times live

Open session times come straight from these saunas' booking systems.

Compare saunas in Knoxville

SaunaPricePlungeLive times
PLUNJ Knoxville–Yes–
Sage Sauna$26 for 45 min––
Sauna House Knoxville$40 for 120 minYesYes

All 3 saunas in Knoxville

PLUNJ Knoxville

Knoxville

  • Cold plunge
Sauna interior at PLUNJ Knoxville

PLUNJ Knoxville is an electric sauna in Knoxville. It has a cold plunge and showers.

Nordic-inspired contrast therapy studio in The Gallery of Knoxville. Dry sauna at 175-190F with steam option, cold plunge pool at 45-50F, rest area, private showers and lockers. 60-minute sessions; drop-in sessions and memberships available.

Address
7240 Kingston Pike Suite 140, Knoxville, TN 37919

Sage Sauna

Knoxville

  • Wood-fired
Wood-fired outdoor sauna at Sage Sauna Knoxville

Sage Sauna is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Knoxville. Sessions are $26 for 45 min.

Knoxville's wood-fired outdoor sauna at Trailhead Beer Market in South Knoxville. Social sessions of 45 minutes with a cold outdoor shower and a chiminea fire pit between rounds; private rentals for up to 10 available. Seasonal, the winter season runs from November 1. Husband-and-wife run.

Price
$26 for 45 min
Address
1317 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA

Sauna House Knoxville

Knoxville

  • Cold plunge

Sauna House Knoxville is an electric sauna in Knoxville. Sessions are $40 for 120 min. It has a cold plunge, showers and food. Its open session times show live on its listing.

Nordic bathhouse in North Knoxville's revitalizing Emory Place district. 2-hour bathing circuit with traditional saunas, cold plunges, and heated lounge furniture. Private rooms and infrared suites available. Café and massage therapy on-site. Drop-in $40, memberships available.

Price
$40 for 120 min
Sessions
Co-ed
Clothing
Swimsuit required
Address
126 Jennings Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917

Frequently asked questions

How many saunas are there in Knoxville?

There are 3 public saunas and bathhouses in and around Knoxville.

How much does a sauna session cost in Knoxville?

Listed per-visit prices run from $26 to $40, with a median of $33. The lowest are Sage Sauna ($26 for 45 min) and Sauna House Knoxville ($40 for 120 min).

Where can I cold plunge after the sauna in Knoxville?

2 saunas have a cold plunge: PLUNJ Knoxville and Sauna House Knoxville.

Are there wood-fired saunas in Knoxville?

Yes: Sage Sauna uses a wood stove.

Can I check sauna availability in Knoxville online?

Sauna House Knoxville shows open session times live. Open a listing to see today's times.

Saunas near Knoxville

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