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 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
Ghost & Booze Tour of Chattanooga - 21+ Over
Top hotels in East Lake
The Read House Hotel
Absolutely beautiful hotel. Loved exploring and seeing the architecture. Historic property was very well maintained. Staff was friendly and cocktails at the Billiard Room lobby bar were well-made with a nice selection. I would have appreciated a few more small touches that I have received at other ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Very clean and friendly staff. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Great location , clean and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Great room; good food and drinks for late dinner; and wonderful buffet breakfast. Perfect for overnight stay on way to Atlanta for Peach Bowl.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Great
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Chattanoogan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Friendly staff! Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
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 National Cemetery and Chattanooga Zoo.
Jefferson Heights
While Jefferson Heights isn't home to many top sights, Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District and Songbirds Guitar Museum 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 National Cemetery and Chattanooga Zoo.
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 National Cemetery and Chattanooga Zoo are a few top places to visit.
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.
