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 mountain views.
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 beautiful waterfalls.
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 mountain views.
Raccoon Mountain Caverns
Explore the great outdoors at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and enjoy the mountain views 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: Trolley Tour & Coker Museum Visit
Chattanooga: The Flash City One Hour City Tour
Chattanooga "Locker Room Lockdown: Mascot Rescue" Escape Room Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Southside Historic District
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
The train car room was
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Staybridge Suites Chattanooga Downtown - Convention Center by IHG
Room was large and spacious. Comfortable bed. Great location. Friendly staff. Convenient parking.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South
Very courteous and helpful staff
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Moxy Chattanooga Downtown
Clean room, great staff
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The room was very clean. The staff was very helpful and nice.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Read House Hotel
Love. Love. Love this hotel!! We have stayed here many times. The staff is always so helpful and friendly. The hotel is always so clean and beautiful! The rooms are always clean and comfortable!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southside Historic District
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.
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 UTC Fine Arts Center 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.
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.
