We’re happy to share that Chattanooga is open for business and fully powered up after Hurricane Helene! Our hotels, restaurants, and attractions are ready to welcome you with open arms. Whether you're fueling up or settling in, we've got everything you need. Hurricane Helene has caused unprecedented damage across five states, including our neighbors in Northeast TN and Western NC. Our hearts go out to our neighboring communities impacted by the storm, and we stand with them during this challenging time.
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11 Great Places to Go Swimming in Chattanooga

In the midst of a Chattanooga summer, there’s often nothing more appealing than going for a swim to escape the blazing heat. While we love that Southeastern sunshine, a good cool-down is a must-do when the mercury rises. Luckily, swimming options in Chattanooga abound, from lakes and rivers just…

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5 Flower Picking Farms You Won't Want to Miss

Pick your own flowers, strawberries, lavender, and more! With the warmer weather rolling in, it’s time to soak in the beauty and fragrance of local flower fields—and take some of that beauty home with you! Check out our ultimate guide to flower picking this spring and summer! Whether you’re after…

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Planning a Whitewater Rafting Trip Around Chattanooga

When the Olympics came to Atlanta in 1996, the decision on where to hold the whitewater paddling events was an easy one—even if it did require that the athletes travel a few hours into Tennessee. The Ocoee River is considered one of the top whitewater destinations in the world—and you don’t have to…

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How to Celebrate Juneteenth in Chattanooga

Juneteenth, The Oldest Holiday Posted by Chattanooga Festival of Black Arts & Ideas on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday is also known as Jubilee Day…

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Chattanooga Attractions for Your Astrology Sign

Whether you’re an astrology lover or a lover of Chattanooga, you’re gonna love this! Our lovely Scenic City is full of adventures and attractions with something for everyone, so why not tailor your trip to your zodiac signs to guarantee a good time. Aries – Creative Discovery Museum Aries is known…

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Our Summer PLAYlist | Things to do this Summer

Check out Chattanooga Tourism Co. staff's summer PLAYlist! These are our go-to’s for exploring the Chattanooga area in the summer when the sun is hot, the drinks are cold, and the creeks + evening jams are just beckoning you to visit. And who knows, you just might discover some hits you want to put…

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Cocktail with a View: Chattanooga’s Best Rooftop Bars

It wasn’t too terribly long ago that you’d Google “Best Rooftop Bar in Chattanooga” and be met with a mixture of virtual crickets and a few pixelated photos of the Pickle Barrel (which—it must be said—is still easily one of the best rooftop bars in the city!). In recent years, however, the amount…

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