East Chattanooga Travel Guide
Chattanooga
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Popular places to visit
Ruby Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Ruby Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Chattanooga. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.
Tennessee Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea life at Tennessee Aquarium during your trip to Chattanooga. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
You can find out about the history of Chattanooga with a stop at Lookout Mountain Incline Railway. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Chattanooga Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Chattanooga Convention Center during your trip to Chattanooga. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Chattanooga Zoo
Meet the animals who live at Chattanooga Zoo during your travels in Chattanooga. Discover the area's mountain views and beautiful waterfalls.
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum during your trip to Chattanooga. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and mountain views.
Things to do
Chattanooga’s Rydables Tour from Trains to Bridges
Chattanooga: Original Local Award-Winning Walking Ghost Tour
Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga
Ghost & Booze Tour of Chattanooga - 21+ Over
Top hotels in East Chattanooga
The Read House Hotel
fitness room was lacking pool was nice
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
This hotel is adorable! Convenient to lots of places, quiet, clean, easy check in. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Staff very attentive and friendly. Food and drink service was a nice bonus for families.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
We were on 2nd floor and no elevator very difficult to haul luggage upstairs
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown
This is really a motel not a hotel. It’s old and the renovations are minimal. We had a hard time finding parking despite paying an extra fee for parking in their lot. The bed was uncomfortable and there was a lot of noise from the neighbors as well as the parking lot. Check in staff was very nice ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Chattanooga Downtown
Friendly staff, clean and convenient downtown location
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Chattanooga
Orchard Knob
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Orchard Knob. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery are a few top places to visit.
Missionary Ridge
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Missionary Ridge and surrounding area, you can visit Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Stuart Heights - Rivermont
While there might not be top attractions in Stuart Heights - Rivermont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Champions Club and Tennessee Riverpark.
Ridgedale
When in Ridgedale, you can plan a visit to Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Highland Park
While there might not be top attractions in Highland Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery.
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.
