MLK University Travel Guide
Chattanooga
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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 beautiful waterfalls and mountain views.
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 beautiful waterfalls 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: Trolley Tour & Coker Museum Visit
Chattanooga: The Flash City One Hour City Tour
Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga
Chattanooga’s Rydables Tour from Trains to Bridges
Chattanooga: Original Local Award-Winning Walking Ghost Tour
Chattanooga: Derailed Trolley Tour and Train Ride
Top hotels in MLK University
The Dwell Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
The location. The inside. The staff. Everything was awesome!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Read House Hotel
Everything! The staff was absolutely amazing, very professional and friendly. Our room was beautiful and spotless.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Excellent location and Excellent rooms
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Room was very clean bed are comfortable
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Everything was excellent. Extremely wonderful experience
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Best place my family has stayed in a long time.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around MLK University
Bluff View Art District
The majestic mountain landscape and must-see aquarium are just a few highlights of Bluff View Art District. Make a stop by Hunter Museum of American Art or Houston Museum of Decorative Arts while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.
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.
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.
North Chattanooga
While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Tennessee River.
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.
