Explore Chattanooga!
The mountains and rivers that surround Chattanooga provide the backdrop that helped Chattanooga to earn its nickname . . . the Scenic City. Its beauty though is more than skin deep.
In recent years, private and governmental resources have been invested in revitalizing Chattanooga's use of its natural resources. Efforts to improve the city include the "21st Century Waterfront Plan" - a $120 million redevelopment of the Chattanooga waterfront and downtown area. An early cornerstone of this project was the restoration of the historic Walnut Street Bridge - the oldest surviving bridge of its kind in the Southeastern United States. Also part of the redevelopment was the Tennessee Aquarium which has become a major waterfront attraction that has helped to spur neighborhood development. Over the last ten years the city has won three national awards for outstanding "livability” and nine Gunther Blue Ribbon Awards for excellence in housing and consolidated planning.
Chattanooga offers something for everyone, at any age. There is a wonderful mix of both active and passive pursuits. A variety of outdoor sports and recreation is available, the arts and culture community is a vital part of the life of the city, and there is an increasingly greater focus on environmental awareness and "living green". Chattanooga offers an unbeatable quality of life.
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Use the links below to take a closer look at Chattanooga—I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
Arts, History, and Culture
BLUFFVIEW ART DISTRICT - Downtown Chattanooga's original art district
CHATTANOOGA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM / BESSIE SMITH HALL - Exhibits present the many contributions African Americans have made to the development of Chattanooga.
CHATTANOOGA HISTORY CENTER
- Originally named the Chattanooga Regional History Museum, began in
1978 as a grassroots effort by local citizens who recognized the need
for preserving our local artifacts
CHATTANOOGA SYMPHONY AND OPERA - Hosts numerous concerts throughout the year under the direction of Robert Bernhardt
CHATTANOOGA THEATRE CENTER
- Hosts productions almost every weekend in three separate theater
programs: The Maintstage, the Circle Theater, and the Youth Theater.
CHICKAMAUGA & CHATTANOOGA NATIONAL MILITARY PARK - Visit and learn about these Civil War battlefields
HOUSTON MUSEUM
- Contains one of the world’s finest collections of antique glass and
ceramics, as well as antique furniture, music boxes, coverlets and other
rare pieces
HUNTER MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART - A well-known art museum and has one of the largest collections of American art
SOLDIERS AND SAILORS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
- Reopened in 1991 after major renovations. Hosts a wide variety of
events including concerts, national theatrical tours, and other
performing arts
TIVOLI THEATRE - A fabulous historic showplace known as the “Jewel of the South”
Chattanooga Area News
CHATTANOOGA TIMES FREE PRESS - Webiste for local newspaper
THE CHATTANOOGAN.COM - Online newspaper serving the greater Chattanooga area
WDEF NEWS 12 - Local television news station
WRCB TV NEWS - CHANNEL 3 - Local television news station
WTVC NEWS CHANNEL 9 - Local television news station
Education, Post Secondary
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
- Provides medical education to medical students, residents, and other
medical professionals in southeast Tennessee through an affiliation with
Erlanger Health System.
CHATTANOOGA STATE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
- An open-entry post-secondary institution offering over 60 majors of
study toward AA, AS, & AAS degrees and many certificates
COVENANT COLLEGE - A Christian liberal arts college
LEE UNIVERSITY - A Christian institution which offers liberal arts and professional education on both the baccalaureate and master’s levels
SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY
- A co‑educational institution established by the Seventh‑day Adventist
Church, offering master’s, baccalaureate, and associate degrees, and
one-year certificates.
TENNESSEE TEMPLE - Chattanooga's first Christian college
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE AT CHATTANOOGA - Second largest campus of the University of Tennessee System with a student population of over 9,558
Education, Primary and Secondary
HAMILTON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ECUDATION - The public schools in Chattanooga (and Hamilton County) fall under the purview of the Hamilton County School System.
PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN CHATTANOOGA - Chattanooga is home to several well-known private and parochial secondary schools.
Fun in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA NATURE CENTER
- A unique and beautiful sanctuary at the base of Lookout Mountain,
Tennessee providing refuge to a broad display of 30 native species
including endangered and threatened species.
CHATTANOOGA RIVERFRONT
- On the banks of the beautiful Tennessee River, there are river parks,
river walks and attractions you won’t find anywhere else in the country
CHATTANOOGA ZOO AT WARNER PARK - Take a walk on the wild side and get face to face with nature's wildlife.
CREATIVE DISCOVERY MUSEUM - A children's museum located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga
RIVERBEND FESTIVAL
- A 9-day music festival that takes place in June each year along the
waterfront of the Tennessee River in the heart of Chattanooga
ROCK CITY -
Located on Lookout Mountain, Rock City features massive ancient rock
formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking
"See 7 States" panoramic views.
SOUTHERN BELLE RIVERBOAT - Take a great Chattanooga cruise along the scenic Tennessee River
TENNESSEE AQUARIUM / IMAX 3-D THEATRE -
TENNESSEE VALLEY RAILROAD MUSEUM - Take a ride on a steam locomotive and see what railroading was like in the golden age of railroading.
WINE OVER WATER
- Annual wine-tasting festival on the historic Walnut Street Bridge.
Proceeds benefit the Cornerstones for Historic Preservation in
Chattanooga.
Healthcare
ERLANGER HOSPITAL - The area's primary trauma center and is operated by the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Hospital Authority
HEALTHSOUTH CHATTANOOGA - A rehabilitation facility located downtown Chattanooga
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
- Located downtown and operated by Catholic Health Initiatives.
Memorial Northpark Hospital, located in the Hixson area, is also a part
of the Memorial healthcare system.
PARKRIDGE EAST HOSPITAL - An acute care hospital located in East Ridge, TN and a facility of Parkridge Medical Center
PARKRIDGE HOSPITAL - Located east of downtown in the Glenwood District and is run by Tri-Star Healthcare
PARKRIDGE VALLEY HOSPITAL - A behavioral health facility in Chattanooga
SISKIN HOSPITAL - A rehabilitation facility located downtown Chattanooga
T.C. THOMPSON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - Full-service pediatric facility affiliated with Erlanger Hospital
Local Govenmental Links
CHATTANOOGA, TN - Official website for city of Chattanooga
DALTON, GA - Official website for the city of Dalton
DAYTON, TN - Official website for the city of Dayton
EAST RIDGE, TN - Official website for the city of East Ridge
HAMILTON COUNTY, TN
- Official county website contains information on elected officials,
county government services, departments, and online data access.
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, GA - Official website for the city of Lookout Mountain, TN
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, TN - Official website for the city of Lookout Mountain, GA
REDBANK, TN - Official website for the city of Redbank
RINGGOLD, GA - Official website for the city of Ringgold
SODDY DAISY, TN - Official website for the city of Soddy Daisy
Other Useful Links
CHATTANOOGA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE -
CHATTANOOGAFUN.COM - Online source for travel, tourism, and convention planning in Chattanooga
Restaurants
212 MARKET RESTAURANT - Locally owned restaurant offering "upscale food to casual diners". Located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga.
ALLEIA - Offering Italian cuisine. A sister restaurant of St. John's.
BACK INN CAFE
- Known as Chattanooga's most romantic restaurant, offering fine
cuisine with a seasonally changing menu. Reservations recommended.
CANYON GRILL - A unique and off-the-beaten path dining experience. BYOB.
REMBRNADT'S COFFE HOUSE
- Located in the Bluffview Art District . . . European style café
offering selections of fresh coffees, breads, chocolates, pastries along
with a full meal menu.
ST. JOHNS RESTAURANT / MEETING PLACE
- The Restaurant offers fine dining while the Meeing Place, located
next door, provides dining in a more causal atmosphere. Reservations
recommended.
TABLE 2 - Fine dining with a local flare located on the southside of downtown Chattanooga
TONY'S PASTA SHOP AND TRATTORIA - Featuring Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere
Shopping
HAMILTON PLACE MALL - Tennessee's largest shopping destination
NORTHGATE MALL - Offers shopping in major department stores and multiple specialty stores
NORTHSHORE - An eclectic mix of one-of-a-kind, locally owned, small businesses
THE CHATTANOOGA MARKET - The region’s largest authentic outdoor market
Sports
CHATTANOOGA CLASSIC - Golf tournament that has been part of the PGA's Nationwide Tour since 2002 and is hosted by Black Creek Golf Course
CHATTANOOGA FOOTBALL CLUB - A semiprofessional soccer team that currently plays in the National Premier Soccer League
CHATTANOOGA LOCOMOTION - A full-tackle women's football team
CHATTANOOGA LOOKOUTS - Minor league baseball team based in Chattanooga, a Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers major-league club.
CHATTANOOGA TRACK CLUB - A non-profit organization with the goal of promoting running, walking, and general fitness in the Chattanooga area
GOLF - Link to private and public golf courses in the Chattanooga area
HEAD OF THE HOOCH - An annually rowing regatta that takes place in downtown Chattanooga the first weekend in November.
OUTDOOR CHATTANOOGA - An organization focused on promoting outdoor recreation.
SCENIC CITY VELO - A city-wide, competition oriented cycling club
SORBA CHATTANOOGA - Chattanooga chapter of the Southern Off Road Bicycle Association
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE CHATTANOOGA MOCS
- UTC’S athletic program includes a variety of sports for both men and
women including football, basketball, wrestling, softball, cross
country, track and field, golf, soccer, volleyball, and tennis.
WILDERNESS TRAIL RUNNING ASSOCIATION - AKA “Run in the Boonies” – contains information about Chattanooga’s trail running community
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