Blog

An arial of Chattanooga's downtown at dusk.

Chattanooga Is One of 2018’s Top Cities to Visit

Chattanooga has twice been named the “Best Town Ever” by Outside Magazine. Add to that honor being recently listed as one of the “Top 45 Places to Go in the World” by the New York Times, and now one of the top 10 destinations for 2018 by Lonely Planet. Those are three major accolades for the …

Bird Watching in Chattanooga

Given that Chattanooga is ranked as one of the top outdoors destinations in the country, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that it is also a top destination for bird watching.  In fact, Chattanooga is home to a wide range of protected habitats, which makes it an exciting destination for bird watching year-round. Chattanooga is …

Visit the Chattaooga Farmers Markets

You can learn a lot about a city by visiting the same places that the locals shop and eat.  Though public markets often act as a community hub featuring specialty shops, eateries, local artisans, and regional food vendors, they’ve also grown increasingly popular as tourist attractions as well.  The local markets are wonderful places to experience some …

An Afternoon at Reflection Riding Arboretum

Chattanooga is well known for its adventurous side. People come from around the world to go rock climbing, white water rafting, and hiking in the area.  Although Chattanooga certainly offers plenty of these activities, there’s a quieter side to Chattanooga as well. Springtime is beautiful in Chattanooga, and when you want to take a break …

Why Stay at the Chanticleer Inn Bed and Breakfast

There are quite a few places to choose from when it comes to lodging in the Chattanooga area, but there are none quite as special as the historic Chanticleer Inn Bed and Breakfast. From the moment you step through our front door and into the Inn, you’ll be whisked away to a world of incomparable …

Upcoming Events at the Chattanooga Market

One of the top attractions in the city of Chattanooga is the Chattanooga Market.  Public markets are a community hub, and are a great place to discover the pulse of the city. Though there are several markets throughout the week, the main market is the Chattanooga Market, held each Sunday at the Tennessee First Pavilion.  This …

The Best Restaurants in Chattanooga

One of the most commonly asked questions of any Innkeeper is “Where is the best place to eat?”  One of the best parts about traveling to someplace new is experiencing the local culture, and one of the best ways to do this is to dine where locals dine. Luckily, Chattanooga is home to an exquisite …

Bands on the Bluff at the Hunter Museum of American Art

There are so many wonderful reasons to visit Chattanooga this summer, starting of course with the beautiful scenery that surrounds us here in the Tennessee River Valley.  Chattanooga has consistently been called one of the country’s top destinations for outdoor recreation. Visitors can choose between a variety of hiking and biking trails, and rock climbing …

Visit the Civil War Sights of Chattanooga

Chattanooga is one of America’s most beautiful cities, and is packed with a variety of activities and attractions to enjoy. Chattanooga is also the perfect destination for history lovers, as it has a number of Civil War sights, each drawing in thousands of visitors each year.  Not only was Chattanooga the site of a major …

Easy Waterfall Trails Near Chattanooga

With access to some of the country’s best venues for rock climbing, road and mountain biking, hiking, or just a quiet retreat into nature, Chattanooga is the place to be this summer. In fact, our definition of a perfect summer afternoon in Chattanooga is a quiet, relaxing escape into nature. There’s something simply wonderful about …

Give the gift of

Chanticleer Inn