MLK University Travel Guide
Chattanooga
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Popular places to visit
Chattanooga Zoo
Meet the animals who live at Chattanooga Zoo during your travels in Chattanooga. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and mountain views.
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.
Ross's Landing Park
Ross's Landing Park is just one of the places to see in Chattanooga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Hunter Museum of American Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Hunter Museum of American Art during your trip to Chattanooga. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and mountain views.
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Walk around the campus at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga during your stay in Chattanooga. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.
McKenzie Arena
Catch an event at McKenzie Arena during your trip to Chattanooga. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga
Chattanooga: The Flash City One Hour City Tour
Chattanooga: Trolley Tour & Coker Museum Visit
Chattanooga "Locker Room Lockdown: Mascot Rescue" Escape Room Admission Ticket
Top hotels in MLK University
The Dwell Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
The location. The inside. The staff. Everything was awesome!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Read House Hotel
This place is great, but they have an 11 am checkout. That is not so great.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Will be going back for sure. Cold weather hampered some adventures…Great location Just a tip Elsie’s Daughter hotels restaurant requires reservations!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Everyone was super friendly!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Chattanooga/Eastridge
Clean, friendly staff and good breakfast
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Everything was great, from the rooms to the friendly staff. Happy hour drinks & snacks from 530pm to 7pm was a big perk! Indoor pool was warm & clean, hottub was amazing. Breakfast in the morning was better than most! Definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around MLK University
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 Chattanooga National Cemetery 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 Tennessee River.
Highland Park
While there might not be top attractions in Highland Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chattanooga National Cemetery and Chattanooga Zoo.
