Things To Do
BonLife Coffee Roasters
If you're a coffee snob, BonLife is the Cleveland coffee shop for you! Great quality coffee & slightly judgmental baristas.
Lee University
Where Christy and Ethan Met! Take a stroll around campus. Be sure to check out the Forum and Schimmels Park. Campus is like a long rectangle with the south end leading to downtown.
Ocoee Coffee Company
If you're looking for a great old house coffee shop atmosphere, sub par coffee, but an array of non coffee drinks and some food items, Ocoee Coffee is for you!
Other Cleveland Coffee Shops
Simply Brew Cafe- a straightforward coffee shop with a clean aesthetic. Some like their avocado toast. First Bloom- I'll say it. Their pastries are better than their coffee but totally worth stopping for a good pastry. A local indoor market is right there too. Grit and Grace. Plus Ultra Coffee- One of Ethan's friend's owns this shop! Anime themed! Stop by and try it out! Un Cafecito-Amazing breakfast food, okay coffee and the best tres leches around
Cafe Roma
Local Italian. We've been here on a date!
Nela's Tacos
Looking for an authentic taco? Christy loves Nelas! A blend of Mexican and Hondurean food you can't go wrong.
Naan House-Cleveland
If you're looking for Indian, this is a local Cleveland place
Tres Hermanos
We have been here many times. Mexican restaurants are everywhere in Cleveland, so take your pick!
Perkits Yogurt
If you're looking for a local fro-yo, Perkits is a must! Decor that is stuck in 1984 (when it was founded) but great quality! Take a walk on the nearby Cleveland Greenway, just across the parking lot.
Whit's Frozen Custard of Cleveland, TN
Whits began in Ohio, and there are now over 100 locations! The Cleveland location opened a couple years ago. Christy used to work at a Whit's in Ohio during college.
Fletcher Park
Disc Golf? Fletcher is the place for you! Or if you're looking for a paved path to walk in Cleveland, both woods and field. A couple of pavilions.
Deer Park
Traveling with kiddos? This park located in Historic Cleveland and close to the church has a lot for kids to do!
Tinsley Park Pickleball Courts
Look no further than Tinsely Park for Pickleball! Be prepared for a fast-paced environment. Six courts total. There are a couple of outdoor courts at the YMCA if you prefer a different location.
Imagination Station Playground
A great spot for kiddos with multiple playgrounds, there's also little Debbie Statues, pickleball courts & a Veterans memorial park.
Coolidge Park
Complete with a carousel, this is a great spot in downtown Chattanooga
Tony's Pasta Shop & Trattoria
If you like Italian food, this is a local favorite. There may be a bit of a wait if you go at a busy time
Rembrandt's Coffee House
Located in the Bluff District, Rembrandts features pastries and chocolates as well as coffee!
Tennessee Aquarium
Ethan and I went here this summer. It's a great time if it's not too crowded! It's completely indoors and there are some interactive displays (pet a stingray, the butterfly garden, etc). Two buildings to go through, a River section and an Ocean section. A great place if you haven't been!
Hunter Museum of American Art
Looking for an indoor art museum housed in a fantastic architectural building? Look no further! The Hunter is a neat little art museum. Be sure to check the hours before you go.
Clumpies Ice Cream Co.
A local Icecream shop with unique flavors! The line is out the door on a hot day.
Chattanooga Walking Bridge
Newly renovated, you can enjoy the Tennessee River and catch some busking after you stop by Clumpies or the Ice Cream Show. The bridge overlooks Coolidge Park.
Chattanooga Zoo
Not sure if this Zoo is any good but maybe someone else can tell you!
Sunset Rock
Ironically a great place for the sunrise as well! You can take a nice hike from Craven's House, or drive to a lot that is much closer.
Point Park
Ethan and Christy went here this summer: if you're into Civil War history, this is a must.
McKay's Chattanooga
Local used bookstore (with more). A MUST STOP if you are headed to or from Chattanooga!
Niedlov's Cafe & Bakery
A special place that we have gone to a few times; can't go wrong with their traditional breakfast meal, and get a loaf of sourdough bread or delicious pastry for the road!
Opa Greek Restaurants - OPA a Greek Home Experience
We've not been here yet but want to go. This a unique dining experience. I don't think it's kid-friendly.
