Tucked between the mountains of Southeast Tennessee along the scenic Tennessee River, Chattanooga is one of America’s most breathtaking cities. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant mix of outdoor adventures, world-class attractions, art, live events, and amazing restaurants. A convenient way to explore is by renting a bike and following the city’s new bicycle transit system.
Outdoor options are plentiful, from hiking Cloudland Canyon State Park and riding the Signal Mountain–Suck Creek loop to rafting the Ocoee or exploring Lookout Mountain—whose name comes from the Creek Indian word for “rock coming to a point.” Take a river cruise or a guided city tour via duck boat, double-decker bus, or on foot. Must-see attractions include the Tennessee Aquarium, Ruby Falls, and the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo, while history buffs will enjoy museums dedicated to the Civil War, Native American heritage, and 20th-century history.