Chattanooga Riverfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

We found Nemo!
We found Nemo!
Cute little seahorse hanging out being photogenic.
The awesome Tennessee Aquarium.  One of the best aquariums I've ever been to.
The Tennessee aquarium offers everything expected at a top of the line aquarium, but it also has a butterfly exhibit, and it's the best part. 

Imagine an indoor rainforest filled with hundreds of jewel-colored butterflies that hover over flowers and sip nectar from feeding stations. These exotic and beautiful butterflies delight the senses, and visitors to the Butterfly Garden. Visitors are able to walk around the garden and watch as hundreds of butterflies dance around you. If your lucky one may land on you for a short rest. It alone makes the aquarium worth the visit.

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Our pick of the best Chattanooga Riverfront Hotel Deals

Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

3 out of 5
200 Chestnut St Chattanooga TN
The price is AU$183 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$183
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
All was very good

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor

3 out of 5
495 Riverfront Parkway Chattanooga TN
The price is AU$194 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$194
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor
Embassy Suites By Hilton Chattanooga Downtown

Embassy Suites By Hilton Chattanooga Downtown

3.5 out of 5
345 Broad Street Chattanooga TN
The price is AU$249 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
AU$249
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Tennessee ...
9/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
The hotel & staff is great

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Embassy Suites By Hilton Chattanooga Downtown
The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
102 Walnut Street Chattanooga TN
The price is AU$306 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$306
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (803 reviews)
Loved it! Beautiful hotel. The staff is wonderful! Valet staff was exceptionally wonderful. Fresh waters in the car when delivered, trash taken out, just exceptional service. Dining was wonderful. Not sure I understand why the restaurant is closed on Mondays, but still a great experience. We will ...

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection
Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

3 out of 5
215 Chestnut Street Chattanooga TN
The price is AU$183 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$183
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
Loved our stay. Hotel is beautiful. Great location. Wonderful staff. Breakfast Buffet was amazing with lots of options. Room was clean and had everything we needed. The only negative is paying for parking, it's a bit pricey, I knew the cost before my stay though. I would 100% stay here again.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Chattanooga Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Chattanooga Downtown

3 out of 5
311 Chestnut St Chattanooga TN
The price is AU$215 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$215
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
The hotel was very clean and the hotel staff most helpful. Loved that the rooms did not have carpeting and motif was fresh and modern. Will definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Chattanooga Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Chattanooga Riverfront

Taking a stroll through Coolidge and across Walnut St. bridge is one of my favorite things to do downtown 🌃

North Chattanooga

While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.

North Chattanooga
a panoramic shot of the rippling waters of the Tennessee River with the Walnut Street Bridge over the water surrounded by lush green trees with powerful storm clouds at sunset in Chattanooga

Northside

While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.

Northside
chattanooga skyline with blue hour and sunset

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.

Downtown Chattanooga
Blue trees at the Bessie.

MLK University

MLK University is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like UTC Fine Arts Center and McKenzie Arena.

MLK University
Aerial view of the moonrise over Tennessee River over Downtown Chattanooga

Southside Historic District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Southside Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District or Finley Stadium.

Southside Historic District
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Jefferson Heights

While Jefferson Heights isn't home to many top sights, Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District and Songbirds Guitar Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Jefferson Heights


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