05/29/2026
Caverns and Waterfalls Chattanooga
Things to Do:
Mentone Market - souvenirs
Moon Lake Trading Company - unique gifts and plants
Desoto State Park - hiking, kayaking, Desoto Falls
Little River Canyon - canyon views and trails
Rock City: stunning garden filled with massive rock formations, lush greenery, and pathways that lead to panoramic views. Take a walk through the enchanting Fairyland Caverns and cross the Swing-A-Long Bridge for a little thrill.
Ruby Falls: inside Lookout Mountain. This underground waterfall is a must-see, and the guided tour will take you through a fascinating cave system before revealing the breathtaking 145-foot waterfall.
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway: one of the steepest passenger railways in the world
Chattanooga Riverwalk, scenic 13-mile path that stretches along the Tennessee River.
Tennessee Aquarium, one of the best in the country.
Hunter Museum of American Art, impressive collection of American art from the 18th century to contemporary pieces, and the building itself is a work of art, combining a historic mansion with a modern addition.
Chattanooga Choo Choo, a historic train station turned hotel. You can wander around the grounds, check out the restored train cars
Tennessee Valley Railroad. scenic train excursions through the beautiful countryside
Coolidge Park, home to a vintage carousel, spacious green lawns, and a beautiful pedestrian bridge.
Chattanooga Zoo home to a variety of animals from around the world, including giraffes, red pandas, and leopards
Sunset Rock, one of the best spots to catch a breathtaking sunset over the city
Falling Water Falls is a 110-foot stunner in the quiet town of Walden, just 25 minutes from downtown Chattanooga
Passage inventive urban splash pad has water cascading down sidewalk steps, and pooling in a basin on a roadway underpass
Walnut Street Bridge pedestrian-only bridge connects downtown and North Chattanooga
Southern Belle Riverboat float past the city, Lookout Mountain, and the countryside around you, while you enjoy live music or live narration
“bricked sculptures” all around town
Umbrella Alley is a cute little spot with a canopy of colorful umbrellas
Chickamauga Battlefield is a Civil War historic site located about 15 minutes south of Chattanooga by car
Cloudland Canyon State Park - rugged hikes and views
Lost Sea adventure features a guided tour of the historic Craighead Caverns culminating with a boat ride on America’s largest underground lake.
Raccoon Mountain Caverns one-of-a-kind underground experience. Explore a live cave system with guided tours through more than 5.5 miles of natural passages
Fall Creek Falls State Park
Ocoee River 30 minutes east of Chattanooga, and a world class white water rafting river
Murals:
• Angel Wings: Corner of Long St and US Hwy 41
• Abstract Art with Hands: Kinsley Hotel
• Polka Dot Wall: Alley off of approximately 1428 Williams Street
Places to Eat:
The Boathouse Rotisserie & Raw Bar - delicious seafood and views of the river
The Tap House or Chattanooga Brewing Company - sample some local brews.
St. John’s Restaurant - seasonal Southern cuisine
Ice Cream Show - delicious homemade ice cream.
Public House - Southern-inspired dishes and cozy atmosphere
Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant - comfort food with a side of Southern hospitality.
Daily Ration - healthy, flavorful dishes and fresh ingredients.
Alleia – OUTSTANDING Italian restaurant
Main Street Meats –split a burger
Edley’s Bar-B-Que – stellar reviews and tastiest BBQ.
Community Pie – pizza & atmosphere
Clyde’s – fun atmosphere, affordable, great for apps & fun
Tulepo Honey Cafe - crispy fried chicken and waffles, chicken sandwiches, blueberry waffle.
Goodfellas Pizza massive, 22-inch pizza—a colossal crowd-pleaser. breadsticks, $3.50.
Maple Street Biscuit Company - delicious, quality biscuits in a variety of flavors and styles
City Cafe - classic, no-frills diner, offering typical diner fare and an array of desserts
Wildflower Cafe - Southern style dishes like tomato pie or filet mignon
Little River Hardware - homemade ice cream
Moonlight Bistro - Italian cuisine
Hatter Cafe - Alice in Wonderland themed tea house treats
Green Leaf Grill - grab sandwiches or salads
Gourmet Station - French Cuisine
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