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🧭 Fun Things to Do in Chattanooga, TN 🏞️🚂🦋
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Discover the best of Chattanooga, Tennessee! 🏔️ This charming Southern city is packed with outdoor adventures, scenic views, historic attractions, and family-friendly fun. From the iconic Lookout Mountain and Ruby Falls to the Tennessee Aquarium and...
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RIVERFRONT AREA

RIVERFRONT AREA

All of these amazing activities, restaurants and accommodations are within walking distance of each other.

 
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If you are in the area you absolutely MUST visit the Tennessee Aquarium.  It is exceptional.  Two buildings - one focusing on freshwater aquatics and the other on salt water.
Tennessee Aquarium
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This is such a fun place!  This interactive museum teaches children about science, music and art - all while playing.
Creative Discovery Museum
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Walk or bike this 13-mile path next to the Tennessee River.  Beautiful!
Chattanooga's Riverwalk | Access Points, Maps & Activities
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With pinball machines dating back to the early 70's the visit will be a flashback for the adults and just as much fun for the kids.  Play all day!
Classic Arcade Pinball Museum
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One of my favorite restaurants.  Lots of vegan and vegetarian options.  Great atmosphere.
Mellow Mushroom Chattanooga
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Highpoint is great for beginners and more seasoned climbers.  Great way to spend several hours.
High Point Climbing Gym
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A true Southern restaurant.
Puckett's Restaurant
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Right across from the Aquarium.  The screen is huge.  Wonderful documentaries and new movies.  Some show in 3D but not all.
IMAX 3D Theater
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A fun way to see the city from the water.
Southern Belle Riverboat
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It's hard to beat Ben and Jerry's ice cream.  They keep several vegan options!
Ben & Jerry’s
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This hotel is within walking distance of all the Riverfront fun and activities.
Courtyard By Marriott
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This is at Ross's Landing on the water and I highly recommend you walk through.  This is a memorial to the 7 Clans of the Cherokee Nations and is not only beautiful, but educational.
The Passage: A Trail of Tears Memorial
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A 90 minute historic walking tour that is fun for all ages.
Premier Ghost Tours
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A wildly fresh visual treat of a hotel.  The Edwin has an excellent spa and restaurant.  This is a Marriott Autograph Collection property.
The Edwin Hotel
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Smack in the middle of it all.
Hilton Garden Inn
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Take a leisurely stroll across the Tennessee River.
Walnut Street Bridge
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We love escape rooms and Time to Escape has great themes for the adventure!
Chattanooga Escape Room
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