Food Scene
Main Street Meats
217 E Main StAll things bacon! and great cocktails.
Patio is dog friendly, the food is easy, and St Elmo is a historic neighborhood.
117 locals recommend
1885 Grill
3914 St Elmo AvePatio is dog friendly, the food is easy, and St Elmo is a historic neighborhood.
Breakfast and lunch --sophisticated with a southern twist. Not to be missed.
20 locals recommend
Kenny's
1251 Market StBreakfast and lunch --sophisticated with a southern twist. Not to be missed.
One of two on the river and we like this one.--sit on the deck !
113 locals recommend
Boathouse Rotisserie & Raw Bar
1459 Riverside DrOne of two on the river and we like this one.--sit on the deck !
Pie Slingers Pizzeria
56A Fieldstone Village DriveChoo Choo BBQ
12960 US-27Parks & Nature
This is a top notch information and history center with very knowledgable staff. Great walking, biking, and horseback riding.
80 locals recommend
Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center
3370 Lafayette RdThis is a top notch information and history center with very knowledgable staff. Great walking, biking, and horseback riding.
Cloudland Canyon State Park
122 Cloudland Canyon Park RdBest hiking in the area
If you are willing to drive a bit and hike a bit, the Blue Hole is a stunning old time swimming hole. it can get crowded on summer weekends but you will not regret visiting.
27 locals recommend
North Chickamauga Creek Gorge Trailhead (Pocket Wilderness)
354 Montlake RdIf you are willing to drive a bit and hike a bit, the Blue Hole is a stunning old time swimming hole. it can get crowded on summer weekends but you will not regret visiting.
Sightseeing
Rock City is a classic attraction--very cool rock formations and an easy walk through. Dogs on leashes are ok. Restaurant on site.
229 locals recommend
Rock City Gardens
1400 Patten RdRock City is a classic attraction--very cool rock formations and an easy walk through. Dogs on leashes are ok. Restaurant on site.
The Riverwalk goes from St Elmo on the south side of downtown all the way to the Chickamauga Dam --about 25 miles off road. Bring your bike or rent some and safely ride along the Tennessee River. Stop downtown for lunch.
Tennessee Riverwalk, Chickamauga Dam
The Riverwalk goes from St Elmo on the south side of downtown all the way to the Chickamauga Dam --about 25 miles off road. Bring your bike or rent some and safely ride along the Tennessee River. Stop downtown for lunch.
Chattanooga Zoo
301 N Holtzclaw AveSmall zoo but sweet.
Neighborhoods
Main Street is pretty happening with restaurants and galleries. There is a dog park/ beer garden, lots of new neighborhoods to walk through, the Choo Choo, and assorted activities like the roving bicycle bar.
East Main Street
East Main StreetMain Street is pretty happening with restaurants and galleries. There is a dog park/ beer garden, lots of new neighborhoods to walk through, the Choo Choo, and assorted activities like the roving bicycle bar.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
The Sunday Market spring -fall is great entertainment.
Farm stands, food trucks, arts and crafts, and music--it's all there--no dogs though.
Book before you go
The Incline Railway
The Incline is a fun trip right up the side of Lookout
Mountain but in the high season it can have a long wait line. Fortunately, you can book ahead.
Traveling with kids
Tennessee Valley Railroad!
Check their website for times and dates --there are train rides to different locations--some are just a couple of hours long, others take more of the day.
Traveling with kids
Coolidge Park on the North Shore has a Carousel !
Hand carved by local craftsmen, the carousel is really beautiful and the water splash fountain makes Coolidge park a child's destination. Eat lunch on Frazier Avenue.