Lookout Mountain is one of Chattanooga's most popular attractions, providing beautiful views of the surrounding area and several neighboring states. The mountain's summit is 2,392 feet tall and can be easily reached via the Incline Railway. Lookout Mountain is home to Ruby Falls, a 145-foot high underground waterfall located within the mountain, and Rock City, a unique rock trail lined with gardens and ancient rock formations.

The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, TN, is the largest freshwater aquarium in the world. The aquarium's River Journey and Ocean Journey buildings are home to more than 12,000 animals including fish, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, birds, butterflies and more. For added entertainment, check out the six-story-high IMAX 3D Theater presenting crystal clear 3-D images and state-of-the-art digital sound.

The longest pedestrian bridge in America, historic Walnut Street Bridge has spanned the Tennessee River for more than a century. Walnut Street Bridge links downtown and the Northshore District and provides a gathering place for residents and visitors to enjoy events, entertainment and recreation.

Selected as one of the top 20 children's museums in the nation by Child magazine, the hands-on Creative Discovery Museum is a great place for kids to have fun in an educational environment. Unique exhibits allow youngsters to climb up to a crow's nest, dig for dinosaur bones, see how bees make honey, build robots and make a sculpture. After a fun-filled visit, pick up a souvenir at the Creative Discovery Museum Shop.

The Hunter Museum of American Art is perched on an 80-foot bluff overlooking the beautiful Tennessee River, providing stunning views of the river and the surrounding mountains. The museum features a diverse collection of pieces by artists from the Colonial period to the present day. Programs and workshops are available for adults, teens and children.

Experience what railroading was like during its heyday with a trip on a restored vintage train with the Tennessee Valley Railroad. Rides offer visitors beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, the Hiwassee River Gorge and more. Your trip begins and ends at the Grand Junction Station, where you can see historic locomotives and steam engines, tour a working repair shop and enjoy a bite to eat at the Depot Deli.

Chattanooga is a delightful destination, brimming with history, arts and entertainment catering to visitors of all ages. Make plans with Choice Hotels for your Chattanooga vacation today, and we'll see you there.   << Hide