East Lake Travel Guide
Chattanooga
Popular places to visit
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 beautiful waterfalls.
Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District
Find out about the history of Chattanooga when you spend time at Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
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 beautiful waterfalls.
Raccoon Mountain Caverns
Explore the great outdoors at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Chattanooga. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Coolidge Park
You can find out about the history of Chattanooga with a visit to Coolidge Park. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Chattanooga: The Flash City One Hour City Tour
Chattanooga: Trolley Tour & Coker Museum Visit
National Medal of Honor Heritage Museum Admission Ticket in Chattanooga
Chattanooga: Adults-Only Haunted City Walking Tour
Chattanooga’s Rydables Tour from Trains to Bridges
Top hotels in East Lake
The Read House Hotel
Beautiful room for an affordable price. Love the bar downstairs. Beautifully decorated for the holidays and a new pool.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Great place to stay, nice friendly staff. Had delicious cookies for us!!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
We could not have been happier with our choice of hotels for our trip. From the moment that we walked in I was happy. The high ceiling and openness of the lobby is stunning. The walls are painted deep teal, wood paneling and wood floors that shine like glass. Chandeliers hang everywhere. It’s both ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Serenity Stay
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Good
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Chattanooga Heritage Inn
Room was spotless and comfortable for the large size of our group. Staff was hospitable. Happy to find this place.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Lake
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.
Jefferson Heights
While Jefferson Heights isn't home to many top sights, Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District and Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Southside Historic District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Southside Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District or Finley Stadium.
St. Elmo
St. Elmo might not have many top sights, but Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Lookout Mountain Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
