Chattanooga Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Chattanooga which includes forest scenes, mountains and boating
This city in Tennessee offers outdoor adventure, historic landmarks and family fun. Visit mountain tops and riverside parks to find out why they call this the Scenic City.

With Civil War monuments, an aquarium, interactive museums, nature and arts, Chattanooga has a diverse range of attractions. After a successful redevelopment of its downtown area and waterfront, Chattanooga now also boasts a scenic riverside walkway. Head to the nearby mountains to get a view of it all.Chattanooga straddles the Tennessee River in the southeast of the state. The river divides the city into north and south, with four bridges connecting the two districts. Among these bridges is the pedestrian-only Walnut Street Bridge. Cross it to get to the North Shore and visit Coolidge Park, a great place for kids, with a fountain to splash in and a carousel to ride.Attractions in the waterfront area include the Tennessee Aquarium and the Creative Discovery Museum. Nearby, art lovers will appreciate the sculpture garden and Houston Museum of Decorative Arts between Market and Veterans bridges. From here, do the Tennessee Riverwalk or join a river cruise.Just a 20-minute drive from Chattanooga city center, Lookout Mountain offers outdoor activities. Stare in awe at the towering Ruby Falls and take in the views from Rock City Gardens. For an adventure, step aboard the Incline Railway, one of the world’s steepest passenger railways. See remnants of the American Civil War at Point Park and the Battles for Chattanooga Museum. Extending across the Tennessee-Georgia border is Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, which honors the 1863 Civil War battles.Back in downtown Chattanooga, getting around is easy. A free electric shuttle runs all day along Broad Street, one of the city’s main thoroughfares, to the parks on the north side of the river. The route starts at the landmark Chattanooga Choo Choo, the train station named after Glenn Miller’s famous song. The terminal is now an entertainment precinct with plenty of dining options.With Mexican and barbecue street food, traditional burger joints and fine-dining restaurants, Chattanooga’s culinary scene is as diverse as its attractions. If you can, visit the free Chattanooga Street Food Festival in summer and the Chattanooga Chili Cook-Off in autumn. This is when Chattanooga is at its best!

Where to stay in Chattanooga

Chattanooga showing a bridge, a city and water sports

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 Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo.

Downtown Chattanooga
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East Ridge

Notable for its waterfalls, restaurants and shopping, East Ridge is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Chattanooga. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park or Chattanooga Zoo.

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Lookout Valley Neighborhood Association

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Lookout Valley Neighborhood Association, Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Tennessee River are top sights worth seeing.

Lookout Valley Neighborhood Association
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North Chattanooga

While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Tennessee River.

North Chattanooga
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St. Elmo Improvement League

St. Elmo Improvement League might not have many top sights, but Ruby Falls and Lookout Mountain Incline Railway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

St. Elmo Improvement League
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MLK University

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

MLK University
District 3 Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
District 3 Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
2.5 out of 5
100 West 21st Street, Chattanooga, TN
The price is NZ$140 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
NZ$140
per night
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (932 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and quiet. It seems to be an older property that was renovated, so some aspects are out of date. The continental breakfast was very good with a nice variety."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

District 3 Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Read House
The Read House
4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN
The price is NZ$154 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$154
per night
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,555 reviews)
"I would live in this hotel if I could. My only complaint was the pool was closed for a part of 2 days and we stayed so our kids could swim, but it was not the hotels fault. A accident in the pool closed it, and even though our kids were mad it was still an amazing hotel. All the staff were extremely ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

The Read House
Baymont by Wyndham East Ridge / Chattanooga
Baymont by Wyndham East Ridge / Chattanooga
2.5 out of 5
6674 Ringgold Rd, Chattanooga, TN
The price is NZ$157 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
NZ$157
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (585 reviews)
"It was clean and the staff was pleasant."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

Baymont by Wyndham East Ridge / Chattanooga
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Genuine log cabin minutes away from Chattanooga's top attractions.
Genuine log cabin minutes away from Chattanooga's top attractions.
Chattanooga
Stay at this cabin in Chattanooga. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a TV. Popular attractions Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center and Point Park are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (69 reviews)
Great location to local attractions
"Very cute cabin, you can see the details in the beams and through out the cabin. The cabin is setup more of a duplex, with a really quiet neighbor and neighborhood perfect for a one-night getaway or longer the oven works great we made cookies! Coffee was provided which went perfect with the morning ..."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2024

Genuine log cabin minutes away from Chattanooga's top attractions.
15% off - Book and stay by 3/31
15% off - Book and stay by 3/31
Chattanooga
Stay at this vacation home in Chattanooga. Enjoy barbecue grills, a patio, and a TV. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Reflection ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Great location.
"Clean nice neighborhood."

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2024

15% off - Book and stay by 3/31
DOWNTOWN Loft living - (Main Street/Southside )
DOWNTOWN Loft living - (Main Street/Southside )
Chattanooga
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Chattanooga. Enjoy a water park, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Hart Gallery and Southside Historic District ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
Awesome Space, Excellent Location
"Robert’s loft was one of the most unique spaces I have stayed in. Multiple members of our group said it was their favorite VRBO they had stayed in. The loft was fantastic and was excellently stocked. When the weather cooperated the rooftop deck was a perfect place to hang out. This was a short guys ..."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2024

DOWNTOWN Loft living - (Main Street/Southside )
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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