MLK University Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Ruby Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Ruby Falls and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Chattanooga. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
Take the family on an outing to Lookout Mountain Incline Railway during your trip to Chattanooga. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 mountain views.
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 MLK University Hotel Deals
The Read House Hotel
It's a beautiful and interesting place. Location is great, too! Cool bar.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Perfect place to stay and see the Chattanooga Choo Choo train and I enjoyed staying in a converted train carriage. Do visit the aquarium and there’s a free bus not far away for that. Delicious meals at hotel’s Elsie’s Daughter restaurant and lovely people running the hotel. 🚂⭐️
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown
The hotel overall was very comfortable and clean. Each staff I met was very friendly and helpful and the front desk took real good care of me from Beginning to check out. Now the maids not so socialable no one ever spoke but my room was sparkling so at the end of day that is what matters. I will ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Very convenient location for us. In the room need to be better cleaned after all good.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
This was the nicest Drury Inn we’ve stayed in. Very clean, friendly staff, good parking.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga - Lookout Mtn
Not real eggs. The bath had mold.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around MLK University
Fort Wood
While there might not be top attractions in Fort Wood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like UTC Fine Arts Center and Chattanooga Zoo.
Downtown Chattanooga
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.
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.
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.
Chattanooga Riverfront
Chattanooga Riverfront is noteworthy for its river views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like AT&T Field and Tennessee Aquarium.
North Chattanooga
While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.
