Chattanooga Riverfront Travel Guide

Chattanooga

A modern cityscape with a prominent building featuring triangular glass structures and a bridge over a calm river.
A rocky underwater scene with coral formations and a clownfish swimming among the rocks.
A yellow seahorse on a rocky coral reef.
A pedestrian bridge with greenery, a modern glass building, and cars on the street.
A butterfly with black and white wings resting on green leaves.

Stay near popular Chattanooga Riverfront attractions

A bridge with a modern design, a calm river reflecting lights, and a building with a unique triangular roof in the background.

Tennessee Aquarium

9.4/10 (2,338 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Chattanooga Express Trolley Tour

Chattanooga Express Trolley Tour

£24
per adult
Chattanooga Express Trolley Tour
Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga

Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga

£24
per adult
Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga
Chattanooga "Locker Room Lockdown: Mascot Rescue" Escape Room Admission Ticket

Chattanooga "Locker Room Lockdown: Mascot Rescue" Escape Room Admission Ticket

£30
per adult
Chattanooga "Locker Room Lockdown: Mascot Rescue" Escape Room Admission Ticket
Chattanooga "Secret Agent" Escape Room Admission Ticket

Chattanooga "Secret Agent" Escape Room Admission Ticket

£30
per adult
Chattanooga "Secret Agent" Escape Room Admission Ticket
Prison Break

Prison Break (C-Block)

£29
per adult
Prison Break (C-Block)
Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience

Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience

£52
per adult
Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience
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Top hotels in Chattanooga Riverfront

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 £120 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£120
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 Ruby Falls ...
Embassy Suites By Hilton 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 £103 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£103
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"This was one of my favorite hotels of all time. The room was huge and so well designed and put together. The hotel was very nice with a pool, hot tub, restaurant, deck facing the river and free breakfast. We really liked this hotel."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor
The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
102 Walnut Street Chattanooga TN
The price is £176 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£176
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (844 reviews)
"A beautiful, unique, charming hotel with an excellent staff, unique art installations, conveniently located to Tennessee River access, walking trails, shopping, excellent restaurants and coffee shops. Rooftop bar is a must for sunset over the mountains. Room was comfortable and spacious with plenty ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 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 £97 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£97
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (561 reviews)
"Decent (but pretty basic) breakfast. Very good location. Awesome staff. Clean rooms, but the one I stayed in was pretty dated. The door was a little weird and a little concerning. When I swiped the key card, it wouldn't light up or make a noise. However, it would unlock as it should. I thought it ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 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 £106 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£106
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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 ...
Hilton Garden Inn Chattanooga Downtown
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place

Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place

3 out of 5
2210 Bams Dr Chattanooga TN
The price is £73 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£73
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (688 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Very clean. Staff were so kind. Beds were super comfortable. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
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Where to stay in Chattanooga Riverfront

Find the best Chattanooga Riverfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a river, bridges, and a mountain in the background.

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 On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.

A cave with stalactites and stalagmites, illuminated by artificial lighting.
Photo by Adam Seal
Open Photo by Adam Seal

Lookout Valley

If you're spending some time in Lookout Valley, Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Tennessee River are top sights worth seeing.

A river with a bridge, a cityscape, and a mountain in the background.

East Ridge

Travellers come to East Ridge for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Camp Jordan and Topgolf Chattanooga while you're in town.

A river with a bridge, a town with buildings, and a large tree island.

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.

A bridge over a river with a cityscape in the background.
Photo by Emily Slade
Open Photo by Emily Slade

North Chattanooga

While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Tennessee River.

Chattanooga Riverfront Travel Guide

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