East Chattanooga Travel Guide
Chattanooga
Visit East Chattanooga
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.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Chattanooga Blues to Bridges Self Guided Walking Tour
Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga
Chattanooga’s Rydables Tour from Trains to Bridges
Chattanooga: Original Local Award-Winning Walking Ghost Tour
Ghost & Booze Tour of Chattanooga - 21+ Over
Top hotels in East Chattanooga
The Read House Hotel
Loved it great for a quick family getaway
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Room was very clean and I own a cleaning business so I’m picky. Staff very be polite and check out is at noon which for me is nice
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Everything was excellent!! Very nice place!! Would definitely stay there again!!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Room was clean and nice. Staff was friendly and helpful. Happy hour and breakfast worked out very well for us. No complaints at all
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Very nice room. Clean.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Chattanoogan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Nice room. Good location. Nice amenities.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 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.
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.
Stuart Heights - Rivermont
While there might not be top attractions in Stuart Heights - Rivermont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tennessee Riverpark and Coolidge Park.
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.
