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 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: 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
Excellent hotel. Very nice decor- feels like you are in an old train car! Sweet romantic get away.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Staybridge Suites Chattanooga Downtown - Convention Center by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Moxy Chattanooga Downtown
Breakfast was not served
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South
Hotel staff was very attentive. Breakfast had a nice variety. Room was spacious.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Bed was very noisy!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Read House Hotel
Great!
Reviewed on 2 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 Whiskey Experimental Distillery 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 On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.
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.
Bluff View Art District
The majestic mountain landscape and must-see aquarium are just a few highlights of Bluff View Art District. Make a stop by Hunter Museum of American Art or Houston Museum of Decorative Arts while you're exploring the area.
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.
