Bluff View Art District 411 East Second Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403, 423-265-5033, 800-725-8338, A Tennessee Riverwalk with elegant accommodations, dining, unique galleries, gardens, studios, and museums. more... 

Creative Discovery Museum 321 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-756-2738, Children of all ages will enjoy this fun filled, hands-on museum that offers a wide variety of activities for children including digging for dinosaur bones, painting like Picasso, composing musical scores, and building robots. A room for small children to romp around and explore is also available. more... 

Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park (circa 1925) 1730 Lakeview Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37412, 706-866-5681, For over 75 years, Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park has been providing tons of family fun through thrill, kiddie, and family rides, concerts on Jukebox Junction stage, miniature golf, games, and food.  more...

Lookout Mountain Incline Railway 827 East Brow Road, Chattanooga, TN 37350, Located on Lookout Mountain, 423-821-4224, "America's Most Amazing Mile" is the world's steepest passenger railway up historic Lookout Mountain. A stop at Lookout Mountain Station will provide you with the highest overlook of the mountain. A candy store, arcade, gift shop, and a snack bar are also offered on Lookout Mountain Station as well as Centennial Exhibits, featuring rare photographs of the incline. more...

Maclellan Island Sanctuary 900 North Sanctuary Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421, Located in Downtown Chattanooga, 423-892-1499, Located in the middle of the Tennessee River, this 18 acre wildlife sanctuary by the Chattanooga Audubon Society is the home of a colony of river cane, wildflowers, a Great Blue Heron rookery, and the existence of a rain shadow desert.  more... 

Mountain Opry 2501 Fairmount Park, Chattanooga, TN 37377, Located in atop Signal Mountain in Walden, TN, 423-886-3252, Every Friday evening from 8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m., a family show of old-time acoustic country, bluegrass, gospel, and mountain music honoring the preservation of the musical arts takes place at the Walden's Ridge Civic Center. more...

Ruby Falls 1720 South Scenic Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37409, 423-821-2544, The world's largest underground waterfall, located in scenic Lookout Mountain, also features spectacular caves and caverns. Guided tours of this intriguing 145 foot natural wonder are available.  more... 

Sir Goony's Family Fun Center 5918 Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-892-5922, A family amusement park that offers two miniature golf courses, three go-kart tracks, bumper boats, Lazer tag, a paintball field, an arcade, Karaoke, and batting cages for all skills and abilities. more... 

Chattanooga VA National Cemetery 1200 Bailey Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404, 423-855-6590 or 423-855-6591, Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this cemetery is dedicated to more than 12,000 Civil War soldiers, many who were re-interred in this cemetery from the many battle sites throughout the Chattanooga area.  more... 

Walnut Street Bridge (circa 1891) 1 Walnut Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403, At approximately a 1/2 mile long, Walnut Street Bridge is the world's largest pedestrian bridge.

Battles for Chattanooga Museum 1110 East Brow Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421, Located on Lookout Mountain, 423-821-2812, The November 1863, Civil War battle known as The Battle Above the Clouds is recreated before your very eyes on a wonderful three dimensional electronic battle map which includes 5,000 miniature soldiers, smoking guns, and dynamic sensory sound effects.  more...

Bessie Smith Hall 200 East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN 37403, 423-266-8658, This is a site dedicated to America's First Lady of Blues. Includes a 264 capacity performance hall, a research library, rehearsal rooms, and the history of Bessie Smith.

Chattanooga African-American Museum 200 Martin Luther King Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-266-8658, A tribute to our country's African-American heritage, this museum includes a replica of an African village that has an Ethiopian temple and a grass hut. Displays throughout the museum depict the history of slavery in America, as well as moving tributes to local black heroes.

Chattanooga Regional History Museum 400 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-265-3247, Located in a turn-of-the-century brownstone schoolhouse, this museum depicts the rich cultural heritage of Chattanooga through fascinating exhibits that include displays from area companies such as Coca-Cola Bottling Co., Brock Candy, and Chattem Pharmaceuticals. A children's discovery museum filled with interactive exhibits is also on site. more... 

Houston Museum of Decorative Arts 201 High Street, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-267-7176, This magnificent museum is filled with the astonishing collection of antiques by the legendary eccentric, Anna Safley Houston. You can browse through her fine collection of furniture, ceramics, and glass.  more... 

Hunter Museum of American Art 10 Bluff View, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-267-0968, One of the most important collections of American art in the Southeast is housed at this contemporary and impressive Classic Revival mansion museum. The permanent collection contains the inspired works of Andrew Wyeth, Winslow Homer, and Mary Cassatt. Over 12 traveling exhibitions by notable artists are also presented each year at this museum. more... 

Innovative Miniatures and Museum 7616 Lee Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-899-1903, This shop houses collectible miniatures and supplies to make miniatures as well as a museum.  more... 

International Towing and Recovery Museum 3315 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408, 423-267-3132, A shrine to a worldwide industry, this unique museum contains the very first twin boom wrecker that was created in Chattanooga in 1916, as well as a Chicago 1919 Chrysler with Weaver three ton crane, a 1947 GMC "bubblenose" wrecker, a Holmes W-45 Military Wrecker, an original Locomobile, and over 300 toy trucks from all over the world. more... 

National Knife Museum 7201 Shallowford Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-892-5007, 800-548-3907, Housing over 11,000 different types of knives, swords, razors, and other related memorabilia.  more... 

National Medal of Honor Museum of Military History Hwy 153 at Hixson Pike, Chattanooga, TN 37401, Located at Northgate Mall, 423-394-0710 , With the mission of preserving the memory of those who have served in America's conflicts from the Revolutionary War through today, this museum is dedicated to educating present and future generations about the scarifies that our armed forces have endured to preserve our freedom. more... 

River Gallery 400 East Second Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403, Located in the Bluff View Art District, 423-265-5033 Ext. 5, 800-374-2923, Housed in a turn-of-the-century home, exhibit rooms showcase an extensive collection of regional, national, and international fine art and crafts, including paintings, sculptures, and studio art glass. Overlooking the Tennessee River, the two-acre Sculpture Garden combines art and nature.  more...

Siskin Museum of Religious Artifacts 1 Siskin Plaza, Chattanooga, TN 37403, 423-634-1700, Over 400 religious artifacts from the 16th to 20th centuries are on display here representing religions such a Judaism, Christian, Islam, Buddhism, and Confucianism.

Tennessee Civil War Museum 3914 St. Elmo Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37421, Located at the base of Lookout Mountain, 423-821-4954, The Civil War comes to life at this hands-on museum that features living historians portraying Confederate and Union soldiers using authentic equipment in film presentations and numerous exhibits that include weapons, uniforms, and battlefield relics to display the life of the common Civil War soldier be it man or woman. 

Alpine Slide at Raccoon Mountain 425 West Hills Road, Chattanooga, TN 37419, 423-825-5666, A large park that provides something to do for the whole family. Open Spring-Fall. Includes a scenic chairlift, go karts, and much more. 

Audubon Acres 900 North Sanctuary Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421, Located in East Brainerd, 423-892-1499, Also knows as the Elise Chapin Wildlife Sanctuary, this 130-acre outdoor sanctuary with various species of plants and wildlife is listed as a historic site on the National Register of Historic Places. Not only are there more than four miles of walking and hiking trails located along the South Chickamauga Creek but many other amusements such as the Cherokee Heirloom Orchard, Walker Hall, the Railroad Line, and Spring Frog Cabin are educational and historical sites to visit. more... 

Chattanooga Chew Chew Canine Park 1801 Carter Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408, Chattanooga's only park dedicated to man's best friend.

Chattanooga Zoo at Warner Park 1101 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404, 423-697-1322, Located on 6 acres just 2 miles from downtown, over 60 exotic animals from Latin America, Asia, Africa, and North America are on display in a comfortable environment to educate and awe visitors. Here you can see a powerful Burmese Python, a spotted hyena, whitetail deer, pandas, sleek jaguars, amazing chimpanzees, and playful spider monkeys. At the Warner Park Ranch and Petting Zoo, also on site, children can feed and pet a variety of sheep, pigs, donkeys, and goats. more... 

Coolidge Park 150 River Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405, 423-757-2143, Named in honor of World War II Medal of Honor recipient, Charles Coolidge, this seven acre park is the most popular park in Chattanooga and features a beautifully restored handcarved carousel, an interactive play fountain, an open air performance space, and a pavilion. more... 

North Chickamauga Pocket Wilderness 5020 Highway 11 South, Chattanooga, TN 37402, Located in the Hixson area, 423-336-7424, As part of the preservation of North Chickamauga Creek, over 1,000 acres have been designated as a "pocket wilderness area" with over 4 miles of public hiking trails.  more...

Reflection Riding Aboretum & Botanical Garden 400 Garden Road, Chattanooga, TN 37419, 423-821-9582, Situated between the western slope of Lookout Mountain and Lookout Creek, this magnificent 300 acre botanical garden contains a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and flowers that are native to the southeastern Appalachian region. There are also winding roads, paths, ponds, and creeks located throughout the garden. more... 

Rock City Gardens 1400 Patten Road, Lookout Mountain, GA 30750, 706-820-2531, 800-854-0675, Located on Lookout Mountain, just six miles from downtown Chattanooga, see unique rock formations, over 400 species of wildflowers, plants, and shrubs covering over 4 acres, and a panoramic view of seven states. Children will love the trail of Fairland Caverns and Mother Goose Village.  more...

Tennessee Aquarium 1 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37401, 423-265-0698, 800-262-0695, An exciting and educational fixture to learn about freshwater and saltwater fish, amphibians, birds, plants, and butterflies. Before you leave, be sure to visit the home of hundreds of Asian, South American, and African butterflies in the Butterfly Garden. Special exhibitions frequent.  more...

Tennessee Wildlife Center 400 Garden Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-821-1160, Lustrous 17 acre nature sanctuary that offers something for everyone with features including a beautiful fragrance garden, a botanical garden, a Reflection Riding Arboretum, a beautiful boardwalk that is home to native songbirds, and a variety of animals that call the Southeast forests and fields their home. more... 

Chattanooga Ducks 201 West 5th Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402, Located at the corner of Broad and 5th Streets, 423-756-3825, While riding genuine WWII amphibious vehicles, an Audubon naturalist will be your guide to tell you about the Tennessee River, Maclellan Island, and other local historical and natural points of interest. more... 

Chattanooga Riverboat Company Riverfront Parkway, Pier Two, Chattanooga, TN 37402, 423-266-4488, Experience an old riverboat tradition aboard this 500 passenger Southern Belle riverboat that offers a wide range of cruises and excursions including family cruises, dinner cruises, sightseeing cruises, and historical cruises. more...

Chattanooga Star Riverboat 100 River Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405, 423-265-4522, An authentic side paddle wheeler, which can hold up to 145 passengers, will take you down the Tennessee River. Floating barge restaurant open for lunch and dinner.  

Raccoon Mountain Caverns 319 West Hills Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37419, 423-821-9403, Two tours the Raccoon Mountain Caverns, which features over 5 1/2 miles of underground passageways, are available. The Crystal Palace Tour is a guided walking tour through the front portion of the cave which covers over one-quarter mile. Guides will explain how the caves formed, their history, and describe a wide variety of formations including stalactites, stalagmites, and natural bridges. Wild Cave Expeditions require participants to wear gloves, pads, lights, and helmets. more...

Tennessee Valley Railroad 4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-894-8028, Enjoy a six mile excursion across the Chickamauga Creek and through the Missionary Ridge tunnel aboard this restored passenger train that is pulled by authentic steam and diesel locomotives. Train excursions are available daily from April through October and on weekends in November. more...