East Lake Travel Guide
Chattanooga
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 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 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.
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.
Top hotels in East Lake
The Read House Hotel
2nd time here. Great bar!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Serenity Stay
Always a pleasant stay here!! Better than any hotel at this price point, especially in this ideal location. It’s in a safe area, surrounded by tons of restaurants and stores, all within walking distance. Rooms are clean, the beds & pillows are comfy, the TV is great (Smart TV with apps), the hot ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Beautiful hotel with so many places to visit around the hotel!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Chattanooga Heritage Inn
Love this place! Stayed there 3 times!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Great rooms and service!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
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 Historic District and Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery 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 Historic District 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.
East Lake Travel Guide
- Ruby Falls
- Rock City
- Hamilton Place Mall
- Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District
- University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
- Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
- Chattanooga Zoo
- Finley Stadium
- Amazon.com Fulfillment Center
- Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park
- McKenzie Arena
- Coolidge Park
- Northgate Mall
- Lula Lake Land Trust
- Harrison Bay State Park
- AT&T Field
- Lookout Mountain Station
- Chester Frost Park
