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 mountain views and beautiful waterfalls.
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 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: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley
Chattanooga: City Trolley Tour with Coker Museum Visit
National Medal of Honor Heritage Museum Admission Ticket in Chattanooga
Chattanooga "Locker Room Lockdown: Mascot Rescue" Escape Room Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Southside Historic District
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Very attentive staff. Rooms are excellent value and historical location adds to the chic ambiance..
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South
Breakfast very nice New hotel dog super friendly. Spotles bathrooms, comfortable beds. Manager keeps lobby/breakfat are clean and nicely decorated. LOVE the place
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Staybridge Suites Chattanooga Downtown - Convention Center by IHG
Light didn’t work in the bed room left early
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Moxy Chattanooga Downtown
The hotel in general was very nice. I loved the lobby and the sitting areas. However, not having coffee in each room made it very inconvenient. No one wants to have to get dressed and go in public to get a cup of coffee first thing in the morning. Also an ironing board and an iron is standard in ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 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
Everything! This was our 4th visit, as always, it was wonderful.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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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 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.
North Chattanooga
While visiting North Chattanooga, you might make a stop by sights like Coolidge Park and Walnut Street Bridge.
