East Chattanooga Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Ruby Falls
Explore Ruby Falls, a popular spot to commune with nature in Chattanooga, and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
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
Take the family on an outing to Lookout Mountain Incline Railway during your trip to Chattanooga. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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 East Chattanooga
The Read House Hotel
"The hotel was absolutely beautiful"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown
"The patio breakfast area was GREAT! The parking was awful, very limited spaces and extremely tight parking spaces. Several cars did not have the dash parking pass that we were required to pay for with our hotel room."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
"Great overall stay. Very unique hotel. Clean rooms and good service."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
"It was very nice close to restaurants, easy and easy off a major highways"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Chattanooga Downtown
"Clean, relaxing stay! Would definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
"I have never been to a more friendly hotel chain. Every member of staff at every Drury has always been wonderful!"
Reviewed on 31 May 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 McKenzie Arena 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 Chattanooga Zoo and McKenzie Arena.
Ridgedale
When in Ridgedale, you can plan a visit to Chattanooga Zoo and Ruby Falls, 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 McKenzie Arena and UTC Fine Arts Center.
