East Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
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 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 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.
Activities
Chattanooga: Derailed Trolley Tour and Train Ride
Private Helicopter Tour over South Chattanooga TN
Chattanooga: The Flash City Sightseeing Tour by Trolley
Bridge to Fun a Chattanooga Rydable Experience
Chattanooga Ghosts of the Misty Mountains Walking Tour
Chattanooga’s Rydables Tour from Trains to Bridges
Our pick of the best East Lake Hotel Deals
The Read House Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West
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Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown
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Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Serenity Stay
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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 and Chattanooga Brewing Company 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.
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 or Finley Stadium.
St. Elmo
St. Elmo might not have many top sights, but Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Lookout Mountain Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.