Southside Historic District Travel Guide
Chattanooga
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Popular places to visit

Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District
Find out about the history of Chattanooga when you spend time at Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

Chattanooga Brewing Company
You can take time to visit Chattanooga Brewing Company during your travels to Chattanooga. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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

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.

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.
Things to do

Saving Christmas Escape Room in Chattanooga

Chattanooga: City Trolley Tour with Coker Museum Visit

Chattanooga: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley

National Medal of Honor Heritage Museum Admission Ticket in Chattanooga

Chattanooga "Locker Room Lockdown: Mascot Rescue" Escape Room Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Southside Historic District

The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Iconic stay, I slept like a baby their ac was piping cold, I enjoyed my stay and plus restaurants was quite close to walk too.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South
Clean room, decent breakfast, decent gym. all around great location and stay
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Staybridge Suites Chattanooga Downtown - Convention Center by IHG
Clean room
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Moxy Chattanooga Downtown
A building filled with thematic details.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Great stay, would definitely return.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

The Read House Hotel
Rooms are beautiful! Staff is so welcoming and friendly.. they go a live and beyond to make your stay enjoyable. Room service breakfast was delicious. The bar area is cozy and staff are pleasant and professional.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Historic District

Jefferson Heights
While Jefferson Heights isn't home to many top sights, Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District and Chattanooga Brewing Company are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

MLK University
MLK University is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McKenzie Arena and UTC Fine Arts Center.

Fort Wood
While there might not be top attractions in Fort Wood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chattanooga Zoo and McKenzie Arena.

Chattanooga Riverfront
Chattanooga Riverfront is noteworthy for its river views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like AT&T Field and Creative Discovery Museum.

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.

