East Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Ruby Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Ruby Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Chattanooga. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.
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 mountain views.
Chattanooga Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Chattanooga Convention Center during your trip to Chattanooga. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
You can find out about the history of Chattanooga with a stop at Lookout Mountain Incline Railway. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Chattanooga Zoo
Meet the animals who live at Chattanooga Zoo during your travels in Chattanooga. Discover the area's mountain views and beautiful waterfalls.
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.
Activities
Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga
Chattanooga: Original Local Award-Winning Walking Ghost Tour
Chattanooga "Locker Room Lockdown: Mascot Rescue" Escape Room Admission Ticket
1.5-Hour Cemetery Ghost Hunt in Chattanooga
Our pick of the best East Lake Hotel Deals
Made to Entertain with HUGE swim spa fire pit, pong/pool/air hockey, BBQ, & much
The hot tub did lose power a couple of times and there were a few instances where it got really soapy all of a sudden. Our first night in, a small mouse made in an appearance running across barstools in the dining room area. The same night, a cockroach also ran from the kitchen into the dining room. ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Read House Hotel
Loved it great for a quick family getaway
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
It was very nice the fire pit and the accommodating was nice
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Cleanest hotel we have ever stayed at. Safe, quiet and all the free food and drinks were amazing. Hotel staff very kind and helpful. We definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Very nice room. Clean.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Lake
Ridgedale
When in Ridgedale, you can plan a visit to Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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.
Orchard Knob
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Orchard Knob. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery are a few top places to visit.
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.
