Things To Do
Bessie Smith Cultural Center and Chattanooga African American Museum
Named after the “Empress of the Blues” — is in the heart of ML King Blvd formerly 9th street and the newly-remodeled museum touches on every aspect of the city’s African American history. While at the center, be sure to check out The Impressions’ marker as a part of TN Music Pathways. The impressions performed on the historic “Ninth street” in Chattanooga and eventually worldwide with their hit songs “It’s Alright to Have a Good Time” and “People Get Ready.”
Hamilton Place Shopping Mall
Lookout Mountain
Lookout Mountain rises 2,000 feet above sea level and overlooks Chattanooga. The views are as amazing as the attractions that call Lookout Mountain home: Rock City, Ruby Falls, the Incline Railway and Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park.
Tennessee Aquarium
Dive into two worlds of wonder and excitement at the top-rated aquarium in America. Begin with the freshwater exhibits in the River Journey building. The adventure continues with the Ocean Journey building. Experience two aquariums in one great city — Chattanooga.
The Passage
The Passage at Ross's Landing marks the spot where the Trail of Tears originally began. Today, the area serves as a place to honor and remember those of the Cherokee Nation with beautiful Native American Art alongside stairs which lead out to the Tennessee River.
Songbirds Foundation
Songbirds Guitar & Pop Culture Museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee features vintage & celebrity guitars, hands-on exhibits, live concerts, event rentals, and so much more! Learn about the lost music history of Chattanooga and Ninth Street, find out how the first electric guitars were made, and see vintage guitars owned by Chuck Berry, Loretta Lynn, Duane Allman, + more -- all while supporting a non-profit that connects kids to the love of music and guitars.