This is just a sample of what to do in the area:
Go to www.chattanoogafun.com for more information.
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
Link: www.nps.gov
Phone: 706-866-9241
This was the nation's first military park created in 1890 to preserve and commemorate the Civil War battlefields in this area.
The Battles for Chattanooga and Point Park
Link: www.battlesforchattanooga.com
Phone: 423-821-2812
Start your tour of this historic civil war area at the 3-dimensional electronic map of the "Battle Above the Clouds" which includes 5,000 miniature soldiers, 650 lights, and sound effects of this famous battle. Then visit Point Park and view the location where the famous "Battle Above the Clouds" was fought in 1863. Stand on the bluff where General Ulysses S. Grant stood. Open all year.
Rock City
Link: www.seerockcity.com
Phone: 706-820-2531 or 1-800-854-0675
See seven states from legendary Lover's Leap. Enjoy beautiful gardens amid unique rock formations. Fairyland Caverns and Mother Goose Village included. Open all year.
Ruby Falls
Link: www.rubyfalls.com
Phone: 423-821-2544
Discover a world of wonder! America's highest and most visited underground waterfall. Guided tour highlights unique formations. Spectacular view from the Castle Tower. Open all year.
Incline Railway
Link: www.ridetheincline.com
Phone: 423-821-4224
Experience the thrill of "America's Most Amazing Mile" as you ride the world's steepest passenger railway up historic Lookout Mountain. The Incline Railway is a national historic site. Open all year.
IMAX 3D Theater
Link: www.tnaqua.org
Phone: 423-266-IMAX
A massive six story high theater combining breathtakingly life-like and clear 3D images with state-of-the-art six channel IMAX Digital Sound. You feel like you're actually in the movie, not just watching it! Open all year.
Tennessee Aquarium
Link: www.tnaqua.org
Phone: 800-262-0695
Look below the surface and see beyond the edge at thousands of living plants, fish, birds, and other animals at the aquarium. Be sure to visit both the River Journey building and the Ocean Journey building to a world under water. Open all year.
Creative Discovery Museum
Link: www.cdmfun.org
Phone: 423-756-2738
An educational adventure that is way beyond cool! So keep your eyes peeled and your ears wide open - and remember these important words: "Hands On." This museum promotes learning and discovery through sight, sound, and exploration. Open all year.
Chattanooga Ducks
Link: www.chattanoogaducks.com
Phone: 423-756-DUCK (3825)
Board an authentic renovated WWII amphibious landing vehicle for a narrated tour of downtown Chattanooga. Then splash into the Tennessee River for an unforgettable trip around Maclellan Island. Open March through October. (Schedule may vary.)
Blue Moon Cruises
Link: www.bluemooncruises.org
Phone: 888-993-2583
Experience the awesome wonders of the 'Grand Canyon of the Tennessee River' on these guided eco-cruises.
Southern Belle Riverboat
Link: www.chattanoogariverboat.com
Phone: 423-266-4488
Enjoy sight-seeing lunch and dinner cruises on the 500 passenger climate-controlled riverboat. Open February through December.
Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park
Link: www.lakewinnie.com
Phone: 877- LAKEWIN (877-525-3946)
Lake Winnepesaukah is the south's favorite family amusement park. Featuring over 30 rides designed with the entire family's enjoyment in mind. Open April through October. (Schedule varies.)
Chattanooga Zoo at Warner Park
Link: www.chattanooga.gov/prac/30_zoo.htm
Phone: 423-697-1322
An intimate family experience with exotic animals from around the world. Open all year.
Chattanooga Nature Center and Reflection Riding Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Link: www.chattanooganaturecenter.org
Phone: 423-821-1160
Explore the Discovery Forest Treehouse, Blue Heron Boardwalk, and get up close to animals that make their homes in southeastern forests and fields including the endangered red wolf.
Lookout Mountain Flight Park
Link: www.hanglide.com
Phone: 706-398-3541 or 800-688-5637
If you've ever dreamed of what it's like to soar with the hawks and eagles, then call Lookout Mountain Hang Gliding and make it a reality.
Chattanooga Choo Choo
Link: www.choochoo.com
Phone: 423-266-5000
It's a song and a train! Step back into the world of Victorian magnificence. Stroll through the formal gardens, dine at one of the unique restaurants, or shop at the unique gift shops.
Wilderness Theater
Link: www.wildernesstheater.com
The Wilderness Outdoor Movie Theater is the world's largest drive-in movie theater. And it's right next door to the Lookout Mountain KOA! With two giant screens, you're sure to have a great fun evening with your family. Open April through October.
International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame & Museum
Link: www.internationaltowingmuseum.org
Phone: 423-267-3132
See antique tow trucks from all over the United States and Canada. History comes alive. Fun for the whole family.
Hunter Museum of American Art
Link: www.huntermuseum.org
Phone: 423-267-0968
Perched on an 80-foot bluff at the edge of the Tennessee River, the museum offers stunning views of Chattanooga and the surrounding mountains. This panorama is equaled only by the exceptional collection of American art found inside.
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
Link: www.tvrail.com
Phone: 423-894-8028
Take a train ride into history aboard the largest operating historic railroad in the South. Train schedules vary throughout year.
Murder Mystery Dinner Shows
Link: www.funnydinner.com
Phone: 423-517-1839
Come and enjoy dinner while being entertained by these crazy characters. You may even be part of the show!
Shopping:
Hamilton Place
Link: www.hamiltonplace.com
Phone: 423-894-7177
Tennessee's largest mall welcomes you with all the services, restaurants, and fine shopping you would want all in lone location. Multiplex cinemas inside and out are showing the latest movies.
Downtown Chattanooga and North Shore Chattanooga
Link: www.chattanoogafun.com or www.northshorechattanooga.com
Beautifully situated on the Tennessee River just across from the landmark aquarium, the NorthShore is perhaps Chattanooga's most eclectic neighborhood, offering the best in local dining, shopping and living.
East Ridge Flea Market
Link: www.chattanoogafleamarket.com
Phone: 423-894-3960
Visit the East Ridge Flea Market where you will find indoor and outdoor booths and stores selling Antiques, Gifts, Collectibles, Cloths, Apparel, Hobbies, Food, Crafts, Dishes, Tools and much more. Open Saturdays and Sundays.
Knitting Mill Antiques
Link: knittingmillantiques.com
Phone: 423-267-1922
Browse and shop through 20,000 square feet of antiques and vintage collectibles for the home and garden.
Gateway Antiques & Collectibles Mall
Link: www.gatewayantiques.com
Phone: 706-858-9685
Contains over 200 booths and 400 showcases for the thrill of the hunt!
Sports:
Chattanooga Lookouts
Link: http://www.lookouts.com
The Chattanooga Lookouts are Chattanooga's AA Minor League team. They play at AT & T Field in downtown Chattanooga.
Transportation:
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport
Link: http://www.chattairport.com
Phone: 423-855-2200
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport serves the Tennessee Valley and North Georgia area with over 50 daily flights. Rental cars are available. First Class Airport provides ground transportation to area hotels.
Downtown Shuttle & Parking
Link: http://www.CARTA-BUS.org and map www.chattanoogafun.com/_pdfs/map_downtown.pdf
Phone: 423-629-1473
From the Chattanooga Choo Choo to the Aquarium and across the river to the north shore, let the free downtown shuttle take care of your transportation needs. Electric shuttle buses run about every five minutes daily.
Enterprise Rent a Car
www.enterprise.com
Downtown Chattanooga Location Phone: 423-267-9500
305 West 20th Street
Chattanooga, TN 37408
