Chattanooga Riverfront Travel Guide
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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 mountain views.
Ross's Landing Park
Ross's Landing Park is just one of the places to see in Chattanooga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
Things to do
Chattanooga Blues to Bridges Self Guided Walking Tour
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 Chattanooga Riverfront
Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown
We really had a great time! The staff was friendly, the location was great, and it was a nice experience overall!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Chattanooga Downtown
Breakfast is good, but very busy, hard to find a table most of the time
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor
We spent two nights here . Overall had good experience . Except First morning at 8:20 am breakfast area was chaos . They ran out of milk , only one container had cereal , no breads, no fruits . We asked staff to refill they said they don’t have milk and fruits, they gave container with oat milk partially ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown
Clean, comfy, centrally located
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection
It was INCREDIBLE
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Chattanooga Downtown
Staff was exceptional.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Chattanooga Riverfront
North Chattanooga
While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.
Northside
While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.
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 Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.
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.
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.
Fort Wood
While there might not be top attractions in Fort Wood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like UTC Fine Arts Center and Chattanooga Zoo.
