Things to do in Chattanooga
What should a visitor do in Chattanooga? This list is built by readers, one pick at a time. Add the place you would take a friend.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are May and September to October. In January, February, March, July and December, rain makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Parks and sights near Chattanooga
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga in Chattanooga
- Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga 7 miles
- Dalton State College 25 miles
- Southern Adventist University 14 miles
- Lee University 26 miles
- Covenant College 7 miles
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Chattanooga actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known places to visit near Chattanooga?
The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga (place), Chattanooga State Community College (place, 5 miles), Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga (place, 7 miles), Dalton State College (place, 25 miles) and Russell Cave National Monument (national monument, 29 miles) are among the parks and sights people know best within about 35 miles.
When is the best time to visit Chattanooga?
For comfortable weather, go in May and September to October, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Chattanooga: city profile, weather by month, ask a local.
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