Southside Historic District 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.
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.
Finley Stadium
Catch an event at Finley Stadium during your trip to Chattanooga. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
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 Southside Historic District
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
Staybridge Suites Chattanooga Downtown - Convention Center by IHG
Room was clean, bed was comfortable and the staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Moxy Chattanooga Downtown
Amazing place
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South
Good staff
Reviewed on 8 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
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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 National Cemetery 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.
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.
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.
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 National Cemetery and Chattanooga Zoo are a few top places to visit.
