Chattanooga Riverfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

We found Nemo!
We found Nemo!
Cute little seahorse hanging out being photogenic.
The awesome Tennessee Aquarium.  One of the best aquariums I've ever been to.
The Tennessee aquarium offers everything expected at a top of the line aquarium, but it also has a butterfly exhibit, and it's the best part. 

Imagine an indoor rainforest filled with hundreds of jewel-colored butterflies that hover over flowers and sip nectar from feeding stations. These exotic and beautiful butterflies delight the senses, and visitors to the Butterfly Garden. Visitors are able to walk around the garden and watch as hundreds of butterflies dance around you. If your lucky one may land on you for a short rest. It alone makes the aquarium worth the visit.

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Our pick of the best Chattanooga Riverfront Hotel Deals

Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

3 out of 5
200 Chestnut St Chattanooga TN
The price is NZ$251 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
NZ$251
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
I was put in a handicap room, which was not ideal, but supposedly the only option

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor

3 out of 5
495 Riverfront Parkway Chattanooga TN
The price is NZ$284 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
NZ$284
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Room was clean. View was nice. Staff was great.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor
The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
102 Walnut Street Chattanooga TN
The price is NZ$372 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$372
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (807 reviews)
Spectacular property with beautiful views and close to great venues. The on property restaurant and bar area were just as good. Our suite was spacious and had a outdoor patio and views of the river.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection
Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

3 out of 5
215 Chestnut Street Chattanooga TN
The price is NZ$236 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$236
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (509 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Chattanooga Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Chattanooga Downtown

3 out of 5
311 Chestnut St Chattanooga TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$258 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
NZ$258
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Hilton Garden Inn Chattanooga Downtown
The Read House Hotel

The Read House Hotel

4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd Chattanooga TN
The price is NZ$272 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
NZ$272
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,391 reviews)
We had a great time and were very pleased with the property. We would stay here again and recommend it to other travelers.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Read House Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Chattanooga Riverfront

Taking a stroll through Coolidge and across Walnut St. bridge is one of my favorite things to do downtown 🌃

North Chattanooga

While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.

North Chattanooga
a panoramic shot of the rippling waters of the Tennessee River with the Walnut Street Bridge over the water surrounded by lush green trees with powerful storm clouds at sunset in Chattanooga

Northside

While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.

Northside
chattanooga skyline with blue hour and sunset

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.

Downtown Chattanooga
Blue trees at the Bessie.

MLK University

MLK University is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like UTC Fine Arts Center and McKenzie Arena.

MLK University
Aerial view of the moonrise over Tennessee River over Downtown Chattanooga

Southside Historic District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Southside Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District or Finley Stadium.

Southside Historic District
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Fort Wood

While there might not be top attractions in Fort Wood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like UTC Fine Arts Center and Chattanooga Zoo.

Fort Wood


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