Sightseeing
The incline is a fun way to see the valley and is a short walk from historic Point Park.
249 locals recommend
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway station
3917 St Elmo AveThe incline is a fun way to see the valley and is a short walk from historic Point Park.
Visit this national park to get a historic understanding of the region—between the time of Native American inhabitation to the critical civil war battles—and excellent panoramic views of the city. Note: Admission is $7.
14 locals recommend
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
110 Point Park RoadVisit this national park to get a historic understanding of the region—between the time of Native American inhabitation to the critical civil war battles—and excellent panoramic views of the city. Note: Admission is $7.
Learn about the history of regional rail travel and even take a ride on an old train!
69 locals recommend
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
4119 Cromwell RdLearn about the history of regional rail travel and even take a ride on an old train!
This revitalized historic pedestrian bridge offers beautiful views of the river, city, and mountains offering access to museums, restaurants, and city parks.
22 locals recommend
Walnut Street Bridge
Walnut Street BridgeThis revitalized historic pedestrian bridge offers beautiful views of the river, city, and mountains offering access to museums, restaurants, and city parks.
Popular tourist spot - explore caves through a variety of different tours.
410 locals recommend
Ruby Falls
Popular tourist spot - explore caves through a variety of different tours.
Great view of the Western mountains, especially beautiful at sunset. Requires about a 5 minute walk down a rocky path from the street to the viewpoint. Hiking trails accessible from the viewpoint!
128 locals recommend
Sunset Rock
405 W Brow RdGreat view of the Western mountains, especially beautiful at sunset. Requires about a 5 minute walk down a rocky path from the street to the viewpoint. Hiking trails accessible from the viewpoint!
Experiences
For a fun, educational experience, the Aquarium is a regional favorite.
480 locals recommend
Tennessee Aquarium
1 Broad StFor a fun, educational experience, the Aquarium is a regional favorite.
Finley stadium is home to 2 professional soccer teams, but also a variety of local events including the Sunday Farmer’s Market and festivals (i.e. wine, arts, margarita). Check their website for a calendar of events.
13 locals recommend
Finley Stadium
1826 Carter StFinley stadium is home to 2 professional soccer teams, but also a variety of local events including the Sunday Farmer’s Market and festivals (i.e. wine, arts, margarita). Check their website for a calendar of events.
You can book a sightseeing or dinner cruise, or you can just walk on board and head up to their dive bar for bar food, cheap drinks, darts, jumbo jenga, bags, and sports on TV.
76 locals recommend
Southern Belle Riverboat
151 Riverfront PkwyYou can book a sightseeing or dinner cruise, or you can just walk on board and head up to their dive bar for bar food, cheap drinks, darts, jumbo jenga, bags, and sports on TV.
If you enjoy museums, the Hunter is a worthwhile visit, featuring US colonial art through modern day.
268 locals recommend
Hunter Museum of American Art
10 Bluff View AveIf you enjoy museums, the Hunter is a worthwhile visit, featuring US colonial art through modern day.
Food/Drink
Fun indoor/outdoor bar and restaurant with yard games, fire pit, bowling, etc.
77 locals recommend
Southside-Saloon Bistro
1301 Chestnut StFun indoor/outdoor bar and restaurant with yard games, fire pit, bowling, etc.
London Calling
715 Cherry StLondon-themed speakeasy
Pickle Barrel
1012 Market StFun environment, cheap drinks, 2nd level patio
Tupelo Honey
1110 Market StGreat southern food
1885 Grill
3914 St Elmo AveExcellent local restaurant with great food and patio
St. Elmo Deli & Grill
3931 St Elmo AveGreat lunch spot to grab a sandwich or burger
Boccaccia Restaurant
3077 Broad StExcellent Italian restaurant. Reservation required.
STIR
1444 Market StGreat food and drinks, especially during happy hour.
Hair of the Dog Pub
334 Market StreetFun British bar with second-floor darts/pool area.
Rembrandt's Coffee House
204 High StPopular coffee shop near the river.
Boathouse Rotisserie & Raw Bar
1459 Riverside DrGreat restaurant with river views.
Whiskey Thief
102 Walnut StCool rooftop bar.
The Blue Plate
191 Chestnut StGreat brunch spot.
Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint
818 Georgia AveGreat burgers and wide selection of beers
Embargo 62
301 Cherokee Blvd.Fun environment, excellent Cuban food!
Aretha Frankensteins
518 Tremont StLocal favorite, great food, fun atmosphere!
Bluegrass Grill
55 E Main StDelicious Southern breakfast and great prices!
Hiking
Great hiking trail that connects to the road behind the Airbnb and takes you around Lookout Mountain.
16 locals recommend
Guild-Hardy Trailhead, Lookout Mountain Trails
498 Ochs HwyGreat hiking trail that connects to the road behind the Airbnb and takes you around Lookout Mountain.
Nice trail through the woods, provides great view of downtown Chattanooga.
13 locals recommend
Stringers Ridge Spears Ave. Trailhead and Pumptrack
1312 Spears AveNice trail through the woods, provides great view of downtown Chattanooga.