East Lake Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Tennessee Aquarium

Tennessee Aquarium

Make time to visit the sea life at Tennessee Aquarium during your trip to Chattanooga. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

Tennessee Aquarium
Chattanooga Choo Choo

Chattanooga Choo Choo

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Chattanooga Choo Choo in Chattanooga. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful waterfalls.

Chattanooga Choo Choo
Chattanooga Zoo

Chattanooga Zoo

Meet the animals who live at Chattanooga Zoo during your travels in Chattanooga. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and mountain views.

Chattanooga Zoo
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum during your trip to Chattanooga. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful waterfalls.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
Raccoon Mountain Caverns

Raccoon Mountain Caverns

Explore the great outdoors at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Chattanooga. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Raccoon Mountain Caverns
Coolidge Park

Coolidge Park

You can find out about the history of Chattanooga with a visit to Coolidge Park. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Coolidge Park

Activities

Chattanooga: Derailed Trolley Tour and Train Ride

Chattanooga: Derailed Trolley Tour and Train Ride

AU$91
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chattanooga: Derailed Trolley Tour and Train Ride
Private Helicopter Tour over Missionary Ridge

Private Helicopter Tour over South Chattanooga TN

AU$39
per adult
Private Helicopter Tour over South Chattanooga TN
Sabotage: 1944

Sabotage: 1944

AU$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sabotage: 1944
Chattanooga: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley

Chattanooga: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chattanooga: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley
Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience

Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience

AU$84
per adult
Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience
Chattanooga Ghosts of the Misty Mountains Walking Tour

Chattanooga Ghosts of the Misty Mountains Walking Tour

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chattanooga Ghosts of the Misty Mountains Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best East Lake Hotel Deals

The Read House Hotel

The Read House Hotel

4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN
The price is AU$323 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$323
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,055 reviews)
"Loved it!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

The Read House Hotel
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place

Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place

3 out of 5
2210 Bams Dr, Chattanooga, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$176 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$176
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,127 reviews)
"The people working this location are the best."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo

The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo

4 out of 5
92 Choo Choo Ave, Chattanooga, TN
The price is AU$192 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$192
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,310 reviews)
Highly Recommended
"The Hotel Chalet is a delightful boutique style hotel conveniently located in the best part of Chattanooga. The room, pool, and grounds were excellent as was the service and staff. The restaurant adjacent to the hotel, Elsie’s Daughter, was also fantastic and highly recommended."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
THE RUSTIC WATERING HOLE" 20 min to Chattanooga

THE RUSTIC WATERING HOLE" 20 min to Chattanooga

Wildwood
Stay at this cabin in Wildwood. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Lookout Mountain Hang Gliding and Lula Lake Land Trust are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
Girls Trip
"We really enjoyed the pool, which was cold and perfect for the summer heat. It was quiet and peaceful. We felt relaxed and comfortable. There is a couch in the living room even though the photos do not show it. The hang gliders were fun to watch as well."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

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THE RUSTIC WATERING HOLE" 20 min to Chattanooga
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
300 W 6th Street, Chattanooga, TN
The price is AU$206 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$206
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (817 reviews)
Summer Vacation 2025
"This hotel is very clean, with nice comfortable rooms. Only 10 minutes from Ruby Falls and 20 minutes to Rock City. Both a must see. Front desk are very friendly. Also pet friendly. Nice pool and really good food at the bar."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West

Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West

2 out of 5
3801 Cummings Hwy, I-24 Exit 174, Chattanooga, TN
The price is AU$131 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$131
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"The iron board and iron appliance needs to be separated. The two items together makes it heavy and difficult to operate. Upgrade to newer iron board separate items."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West
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Other neighbourhoods around East Lake

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Ridgedale

When in Ridgedale, you can plan a visit to Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ridgedale
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Highland Park

While there might not be top attractions in Highland Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Highland Park
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Jefferson Heights

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

Jefferson Heights
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Missionary Ridge

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Missionary Ridge and surrounding area, you can visit Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Missionary Ridge
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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 or Finley Stadium.

Southside Historic District
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St. Elmo

St. Elmo might not have many top sights, but Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Lookout Mountain Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

St. Elmo

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