Things To Do

Lookout Mountain and Chattanooga are home to several state parks and hiking trails that range from easy to challenging for the most adventurous visitors.  

• Cloudland Canyon State Park is located on the edge of Lookout Mountain, Cloudland Canyon is one of the state’s largest and most scenic parks! 
• Bluff Trail to Sunset Rock gives you a beautiful tour of Lookout Mountain and likely some of the most scenic views in Chattanooga. 
• Guild Hardy Trail was the original path of the narrow gauge railway. It is now a lovely five-mile woodsy trail with intermittent views of downtown Chattanooga and the Tennessee River. 
• Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center is an extensive tapestry of native wetland, forest, and grassland ecosystems—representing a microcosm of regional biodiversity and offering Chattanooga-area residents and visitors unparalleled access to nature. 10 miles of trails connect to National Park land that leads to the top of Lookout Mountain. 
• Raccoon Mountain Caverns is a geological wonder. With over 5.5 mile of underground exploration this cave is a treasure trove of natural formations.  
• Lookout Mountain Flight Park for the thrill seekers, you can find an exciting way to see Lookout Valley by learning how to hang glide or paraglide. Soar the skies! 

In town for a few days? Make sure to stop by these iconic Lookout Mountain and Chattanooga attractions.

• Rock City located directly across the street from the Inn, you'll stroll through a 4,100-foot Enchanted Trail where you'll encounter incredible rock formations, magical caves, and breathtaking views. 
• Ruby Falls is where you'll discover hidden beauty inside Lookout Mountain! Descend 260 feet by elevator into the mountain and explore the cavern trail to the tallest cave waterfall that's open to the public in the US.  
• Incline Railway is known as “America’s Most Amazing Mile,” and has delighted guests for over a century.  
• Tennessee Aquarium offers views of animals from the mountains to the sea, takes visitors through three forests, and puts them eye to eye with sharks, otters, and alligators. 
• International Towing and Recovery Museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to the Towing Industry. It features restored antique wreckers, equipment from the tow truck industry, and related toys, tools and pictorial histories.  
• Chattanooga Zoo features animals worldwide, including Latin America, North America, Africa, and Asia.  
• Walnut Street Bridge is a historic truss bridge constructed in 1890 and designed by Edwin Thacher. Spanning the Tennessee River, it connects Chattanooga's north shore to downtown. As one of the world's longest pedestrian bridges at 2,376 feet, it offers stunning views and hosts various events.   **Currently closed for renovations**  

Chattanooga’s art scene is rich with character and quietly compelling, where contemporary vision meets mountain heritage. Explore everything from world-class institutions like the Hunter Museum to indie galleries and vibrant public murals. Just down the mountain, creativity flows as naturally as the river beside it. 

• Bluff View Art District overlooks the Tennessee River and is home to some of Chattanooga's unique art pieces as well as a variety of restaurants.
• The Hunter Museum of American Art offers an exceptional array of American art recognized as one of the country’s finest collections.
• River Gallery Sculpture Garden is located within the Bluff View Art District and features some of the Southeast's most impressive collections of temporary American sculptures.
• Sculpture Fields at Montague Park is Chattanooga's newest cultural tourist attraction. The park is 33-acres and features 27 world-renowned large-scale sculptures.
• Stove Works – Housed in a former industrial space, Stove Works is a contemporary art center that brings together local, national, and international artists. Through exhibitions, residencies, and educational programs, it fosters a dynamic environment for artistic exchange and reflection. 
• Clear Story Arts is a vibrant community hub featuring 40 artist studios, a gallery, and shared workspaces. This collaborative space nurtures creativity and connection among Chattanooga's artists and art enthusiasts. 
• AVA Situated in Chattanooga's North Shore, AVA is dedicated to strengthening the city's visual arts ecosystem. With rotating exhibitions, educational programs, and community events, it serves as a cornerstone for local artists and art lovers alike. 

No matter what season you visit there's always something going on in Scenic City.

• Chattanooga Football Club is Chattanooga’s professional soccer team in MLS Next Pro. 
• The Chattanooga Lookouts are a minor league baseball team and are the Double-A affiliate of MLB's Cincinnati Reds. 
• The Chattanooga Red Wolves are a professional soccer club in USL League One. 
• The Chattanooga Market is a seasonal market where you can find regional produce, arts and crafts and live-music. 
• Tivoli Theatre Foundation is a nonprofit foundation that cares for and manages the historic Tivoli Theatre, known as the “The Jewel of the South” as well as Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium, and the Walker Theatre. Visit one of these great venues to experience everything from Broadway plays to live music, and comedy shows.  
• Nightfall Free Music Series is a Chattanooga summer staple, with live music, food and ice-cold drinks in the heart of downtown Chattanooga. 
• Riverfront Nights is a series of free concerts each Saturday during the summer months at Ross’s Landing.  
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