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Chattanooga, United States

Top things to do in Chattanooga

24 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Neighborhood
Neighborhood4.5

Bluff View Art District

433 reviews

A scenic hilltop neighborhood in Chattanooga known for its art galleries, cafes, and stunning views of the Tennessee River.

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What is the most visited attraction in Chattanooga?

Bluff View Art District draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Chattanooga, with 433 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Chattanooga do visitors rate highest?

Songbirds Guitar and Pop Culture Museum holds the highest rating in Chattanooga among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.5 out of 5 from 158 reviews. It is less busy than Bluff View Art District, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Museum
Museum4.5

Songbirds Guitar and Pop Culture Museum

158 reviews

A unique museum in Chattanooga showcasing a vast collection of vintage guitars and pop culture memorabilia, with live music events.

Museum
Museum4.5

River Gallery

98 reviews

River Gallery in Chattanooga showcases contemporary art and crafts from regional and national artists in a historic building along the Tennessee River.

Sight
Sight4.5

Hutton & Smith Brewing Co

50 reviews

Hutton & Smith Brewing Co is a craft brewery in Chattanooga known for its innovative beers and welcoming taproom atmosphere.

Entertainment
Entertainment5

Valkyrie Axe Throwing

45 reviews

An adrenaline-pumping axe throwing venue in downtown Chattanooga, perfect for groups and beginners.

Museum
Museum4.5

The Houston Museum of Decorative Arts

38 reviews

A decorative arts museum in Chattanooga, showcasing antique furniture, ceramics, and textiles in a historic mansion.

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
Entertainment4

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

21 reviews

Historic performing arts venue in downtown Chattanooga hosting concerts, Broadway shows, and community events.

McKenzie Arena
Landmark4.5

McKenzie Arena

20 reviews

Multi-purpose arena in Chattanooga hosting concerts, sports, and events, known for its distinctive design and central location.

Sight
Sight4.5

Wanderlinger Brewing Company

19 reviews

A craft brewery and taproom in Chattanooga's Southside, known for inventive beers and a welcoming atmosphere.

Museum
Museum

Hunter Museum of American Art

Discover American art from colonial times to today in a striking modern building perched on a bluff overlooking the Tennessee River.

Landmark
Landmark

Ross's Landing

Ross's Landing is a historic park at the site where Chattanooga was founded, featuring a plaza, public art, and direct access to the Tennessee River.

Museum
Museum

Creative Discovery Museum

Interactive children's museum with hands-on exhibits in arts, sciences, and technology, designed to spark creativity and curiosity.

Landmark
Landmark

Ruby Falls

Descend 260 feet into Lookout Mountain to see a stunning 145-foot underground waterfall, illuminated within a cave.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Chattanooga Zoo at Warner Park

Chattanooga Zoo at Warner Park houses over 200 animals and offers interactive educational programs in a scenic park setting.

Landmark
Landmark

Walnut Street Bridge (Chattanooga)

Historic pedestrian bridge spanning the Tennessee River, offering scenic views and connecting downtown to North Chattanooga.

Landmark
Landmark

Lookout Mountain Caverns

Descend into natural caves with guided tours showcasing stunning rock formations and underground streams beneath Lookout Mountain.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Coolidge Park

Riverfront park with a historic carousel, interactive fountains, and green spaces for recreation and relaxation.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Tennessee Riverwalk

A scenic 16-mile paved trail along the Tennessee River, perfect for walking, biking, and enjoying river views.

Museum
Museum

Tennessee Aquarium

Explore freshwater and marine worlds at this sprawling aquarium on the Tennessee River, featuring a river journey and ocean journey.

Entertainment
Entertainment

Tivoli Theatre (Chattanooga, Tennessee)

Tivoli Theatre is a beautifully restored historic venue hosting concerts, Broadway shows, and classic films.

Outdoor & fun
Outdoor & fun

Lake Winnepesaukah

Enjoy classic amusement park rides, a water park, and a historic carousel at this family-friendly lakeside park.

Museum
Museum

Songbirds Guitar Museum

Explore a world-class collection of vintage guitars and music memorabilia, with rotating exhibits that highlight the history of the instrument.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Cherokee Arboretum at Audubon Acres

A nature preserve with trails, a historic cabin, and diverse plant life along South Chickamauga Creek.

Landmark
Landmark

Chattanooga Choo-Choo Hotel

Chattanooga Choo-Choo Hotel is a historic train station turned hotel and entertainment complex with restored locomotives and gardens.