Lookout Valley Travel Guide
Chattanooga





Visit Lookout Valley
Popular places to visit

Ruby Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Ruby Falls and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Chattanooga. 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 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.

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.
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 Lookout Valley

Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West
"Worst hotel Breakfast ever.. Breakfast consisted of pancakes, and cereal… Nothing hot, no eggs, hash browns , or grits, no sausage, ham, or Bacon…."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga - Lookout Mtn
"Location is close to Ruby Falls and Rock City Garden. The staff is nice. But breakfast is mediocre. Your better option is McDonald down the street."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Red Roof Inn Chattanooga - Lookout Mountain
"Staff could be better trained,but were very friendly"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Hampton Inn Chattanooga West/Lookout Mountain
"Nice place and convenient!"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain I-24
"Easy check in and check out"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

The Lodge at Lookout Mountain
"It was nice to pull right up to the room. Very convenient location."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lookout Valley

St. Elmo
While visiting St. Elmo, you might make a stop by sights like Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Moccasin Bend Brewing Company.

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.

Chattanooga Riverfront
Chattanooga Riverfront is noteworthy for its river views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like AT&T Field and Tennessee Aquarium.

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.

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.

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.

