Southside Historic District Travel Guide

Chattanooga

Popular places to visit

Chattanooga Choo Choo

Chattanooga Choo Choo

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Chattanooga Choo Choo in Chattanooga. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and mountain views.

Chattanooga Choo Choo
Chattanooga Brewing Company

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.

Chattanooga Brewing Company
Tennessee Aquarium

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.

Tennessee Aquarium
Chattanooga Zoo

Chattanooga Zoo

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

Chattanooga Zoo
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

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.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
Raccoon Mountain Caverns

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.

Raccoon Mountain Caverns

Things to do

Chattanooga: Derailed Trolley Tour and Train Ride

Chattanooga: Derailed Trolley Tour and Train Ride

฿1,912
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chattanooga: Derailed Trolley Tour and Train Ride
Private Helicopter Tour over Missionary Ridge

Private Helicopter Tour over South Chattanooga TN

฿810
per adult
Private Helicopter Tour over South Chattanooga TN
Chattanooga: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley

Chattanooga: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley

฿1,097
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chattanooga: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley
Sabotage: 1944

Sabotage: 1944

฿1,296
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sabotage: 1944
Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience

Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience

฿1,782
per adult
Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience
Chattanooga’s Rydables Tour from Trains to Bridges

Chattanooga’s Rydables Tour from Trains to Bridges

฿2,560
per adult
Chattanooga’s Rydables Tour from Trains to Bridges
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Top hotels in Southside Historic District

The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
4 out of 5
92 Choo Choo Ave, Chattanooga, TN
The price is ฿3,712 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
฿3,712
฿4,353 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,260 reviews)
"The hotel was great. We normally stay at hotels that have a microwave but they did not have one in the room. Also, you had to go to the front desk for ice instead of readily available. The room itself was gorgeous and clean. We loved the mid-century vibe. We stayed in one of the train cars for our ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Moxy Chattanooga Downtown
Moxy Chattanooga Downtown
3 out of 5
1220 King Street, Chattanooga, TN
The price is ฿3,091 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿3,091
฿3,625 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Hip place to stay in walking distance to food and bars."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Moxy Chattanooga Downtown
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South
3 out of 5
1225 COWART STREET, Chattanooga, TN
The price is ฿3,292 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿3,292
฿3,859 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (455 reviews)
"Chai was so great. I was not feeling well and he took the time to ask if I needed anything such as water, ice, etc. Breakfast was tasty! Room was clean and comfy."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South
Staybridge Suites Chattanooga Downtown - Convention Center by IHG
Staybridge Suites Chattanooga Downtown - Convention Center by IHG
3 out of 5
1300 Carter St, Chattanooga, TN
The price is ฿2,916 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿2,916
฿3,419 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Convenient to convention center and downtown shuttles. First-rate staff. Property in good condition and kept clean and maintained."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Staybridge Suites Chattanooga Downtown - Convention Center by IHG
Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1409 MARKET STREET, Chattanooga, TN
The price is ฿4,849 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿4,849
฿5,685 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (305 reviews)
"Very clean , updated close to so much stuff to do and see"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Read House Hotel
The Read House Hotel
4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,031 reviews)
Huge fan of the Read House!
"The Read House is a fantastic, historical property with “Gilded Age” decor and feel. The staff was fantastic in assisting me with a booking issue, and even went out of their way to give me a room that was a nice upgrade from the one I had reserved. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a quaint, ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Historic District

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Jefferson Heights

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

Jefferson Heights
Chattanooga showing a bridge, a city and water sports

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(14 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Chattanooga
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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.

MLK University
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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.

Chattanooga Riverfront
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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.

Highland Park
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North Chattanooga

While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.

North Chattanooga

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