East Lake Travel Guide
Chattanooga
Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
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.
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 East Lake
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
Doubletree by Hilton Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Great environment and excellent room
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
The train car room was
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown
Great location and friendly staff!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Spark by Hilton Chattanooga Downtown
Room was clean, quiet, and spacious. Toilet paper was in weird spot and shower was slick. Bagel bar for breakfast with cereal options, breakfast area needed restocked sooner. No milk / oatmilk, low bagels, and coffee was low. Parking was well lit. Staff was friendly. Well decorated. Enjoyed our ...
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Super clean rooms and easy check in
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Lake
Ridgedale
When in Ridgedale, you can plan a visit to Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Missionary Ridge
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Missionary Ridge and surrounding area, you can visit 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.
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.
