Things to do in Chattanooga

THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Chattanooga

Things to Do in Chattanooga

Check out must-see sights and activities:
Lookout Mountain, Tennessee Aquarium, Parks, Art Galleries.
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Top Attractions in Chattanooga

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Elevated park with Civil War significance, featuring educational trails, a museum, and panoramic views. Historical site with scenic overlooks and a noteworthy past.
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Dive into a world of aquatic wonders across two unique habitats, showcasing freshwater and saltwater species, complete with a butterfly garden and penguin encounters.
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Caverns & Caves

Underground adventure through caves leading to a lit-up waterfall. Features an elevator descent, rock formations, a light show, and a well-stocked gift shop.
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Hour-long cave tours with small group intimacy, showcasing stunning natural formations and a touch of humor. Features wild cave adventures and a family-friendly atmosphere with a rich history.
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Pedestrian-only bridge with stunning riverfront and mountain views, flanked by shops and eateries. Ideal for family strolls, jogs, and dog walks, with nearby parks and cultural attractions.
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Interactive children's museum with hands-on exhibits and play areas that cater to a wide age range, ideal for creative learning and play.
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Scenic park with an antique carousel, ample walking space, and a splash pad with stone animal sculptures. Enjoy views from the pedestrian bridge and nearby shopping options.
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Classic car museum featuring an array of antique cars, trucks, motorcycles, and memorabilia, with live restoration viewings and a glimpse into auto history.
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Compact zoo featuring a variety of animals, including unique species and a petting zoo. Highlights include giraffe feedings, interactive encounters, and leisurely strolls among well-kept exhibits.
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What travellers are saying

  • Jaryn N
    Fort Worth, TX15 contributions
    The Lookout Mountain area was the best part of our trip! There are so many fantastic family-friendly options and the scenery is absolutely beautiful. I can't wait to visit again in the fall – it's definitely on my bucket list!
    Written July 6, 2024
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  • Timothy A
    Saint Peters, MO190 contributions
    Amazing Aquarium. Very well laid out. Upon arrival you take an escalator to the top floor and work your way down thru all the exhibits. This keeps you from missing anything! Friendly staff and well worth the time to visit! Highly recommended.
    Written July 15, 2024
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  • Brian L
    Ocala, FL288 contributions
    This was a very nice trip into the heart of Lookout Mountain. I thought the entire complex was educational and gave a great deal of information about the history and discovery of Ruby Falls. But, what I didn't like was the overselling at the end of the tour. More than half the crown didn't care (including me) and were talking over the guide. Frankly, leave us with something more meaningful than selling more Ruby Falls tours, Zipline, etc. to us.
    Written July 13, 2024
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  • John B
    3 contributions
    We did the Waterfall Dome adventure Erik, the guide did an awesome job. Offering us challenges and pointing out things along the way. He offered easier routes as well but nobody in the out group took the easy way out since we were all there for the adventure
    Written July 20, 2024
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  • Brian L
    Ocala, FL288 contributions
    I thought the train ride was perfect for what I was looking for. It had a little bit of history (the actual route), a little bit of exploration (the maintenance shop) and a little bit of technology ( the round house). What I didn't want was a full (or half) day ride and this trip was perfect. The narration, though a bit quirky at times (folks) gave a nice amount of detail for the 1-hour excursion.
    Written July 13, 2024
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  • Frumpydog
    Blaine, MN257 contributions
    We walked across this bridge in the evening, the breeze over the river was great! The views and nice as well. Not sure if dogs are allowed to walk on the bridge as they are not allowed in the parks around the bridge. But We walked our dog over the bridge without issue. You have to pay for parking, but it’s free to walk across the bridge.
    Written July 11, 2024
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  • allyg199
    24 contributions
    So much to do! Fun for a variety of ages. We were there over two hours and still didn't see everything. We went on a Friday, and it wasn't too crowded.
    Written April 6, 2024
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  • Shaun S
    Atlanta, GA320 contributions
    This is a great place. Fantastic atmosphere, several whiskey options, great folks working there. You don’t have to do the tour - just sample some whiskey and buy a bottle on the way out. Cheers!
    Written May 11, 2024
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  • Amanda Rinearson
    Whiteland, IN57 contributions
    Nice little park by the bustling city of Chattanooga! Kids really really liked it! Quiet and super nice with lots to see and do.
    Written June 18, 2024
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  • Sam G
    8 contributions
    This is an actual working museum and while not overly big is it a don’t miss for car enthusiasts! Friendly staff and plenty to feast your eyes on .
    Written July 14, 2024
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  • Siobhan L
    Belton, TX977 contributions
    We visited as a family ( 3 adults, 1 child age 6). While it's a small zoo it was very well done. Easy to maneuver, even with construction going on. Nice shady walkways and benches periodically. The red panda did not disappoint. It was adorable. Really nice meerkat exhibit too. Staff were very accessible and friendly. We are members of the Fort Worth Zoo and got free entry to this one- there are many zoos across the country that offer 50%-100% discounts while visiting other ones- so check online and bring your membership cards. The entry fees though were very affordable. It was an enjoyable couple of hours.
    Written July 1, 2024
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  • david b
    1 contribution
    Spent a Day in Chattanooga celebrating 28th wedding anniversary. A lot of cool shops down town and the B&B, Mayors Mansion Inn was very cool. Wonderful dinner at J Alexander's. Food was delicious and the wait staff was top tier. Highly recommend. Over great trip.
    Written April 25, 2024
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