Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 23:32:58 +0000 Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting Ruby Falls in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Ruby Falls has been captivating visitors since its grand opening in 1929—but its story began long before then. For more than a decade, founder Leo Lambert dreamed of finding an entrance to the closed off Lookout Mountain Cave, and after lot’s of searching he found something even more beautiful.

]]> What to Do in Chattanooga during the World of Bluegrass Music Festival https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a born-and-raised local, get ready—Chattanooga is about to come alive with the sounds of bluegrass! For the first time ever, the IBMA World of Bluegrass is pickin’ its way to the Scenic City this September 16–20, and you won’t want to miss a beat of their

]]> Chattanooga: North America’s First National Park City https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-north-americas-first-national-park-city/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-north-americas-first-national-park-city/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-north-americas-first-national-park-city/ Fri, 09 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400

A City in a Park, Not Just a City with Parks

Not long ago, Chattanooga was known as one of the most polluted cities in America—buried under smog and forgotten by fresh air. But today, we’re turning that history on its head.

We’re now officially the first National Park City in North America—and

]]> Our Summer PLAYlist | Things to do this Summer https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/our-summer-playlist-things-to-do-this-summer/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/our-summer-playlist-things-to-do-this-summer/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/our-summer-playlist-things-to-do-this-summer/ Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

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

]]> New Year, New Adventure: The Best Chattanooga Experiences to Expand Your Horizons https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/new-year-new-adventure/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/new-year-new-adventure/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/new-year-new-adventure/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Channel Your Inner Explorer on a Guided Hiking Trip

Looking for a great adventure near Chattanooga but new to hiking? Check out Experience Chattanooga’s hiking package, “The Best of Tennessee,” a private guided hiking tour led by local husband-and-wife team Ryan & Hope. This exclusive experience

]]> Winter is Coming but Chattanooga's Outdoors are Calling https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/winter-is-coming-but-chattanoogas-outdoors-are-calling/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/winter-is-coming-but-chattanoogas-outdoors-are-calling/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/winter-is-coming-but-chattanoogas-outdoors-are-calling/ Mon, 16 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0500

This blog was updated July 8, 2025.

It's no secret that Chattanooga is a thrill-seeker's outdoor paradise during the warmer months, however, with average high temperatures in the area ranging between 82 and 50 degrees from September through February, there’s no need to ignore the call of the

]]> Fall Paths That Wind Back in Time: Audubon Acres https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/fall-paths-that-wind-back-in-time-audubon-acres/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/fall-paths-that-wind-back-in-time-audubon-acres/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/fall-paths-that-wind-back-in-time-audubon-acres/ Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

There are many places to take in the beautiful fall foliage in Chattanooga from the scenic mountains to the winding Tennessee River, but many locals recommend a more hidden treasure.

Tucked away just 20 minutes east of downtown is a 130-acre nature sanctuary with a history as vivid as the leaves on

]]> If There’s One Place You Visit This Fall, Make It Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/if-theres-one-place-you-visit-this-fall-make-it-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/if-theres-one-place-you-visit-this-fall-make-it-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/if-theres-one-place-you-visit-this-fall-make-it-chattanooga/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This blog was updated July 8, 2025.

Fall is a magical time in Chattanooga. The mountains and valleys bloom into a canvas of reds and yellows, and you can almost hear a collective sigh of relief as the heat and humidity recede, replaced by crisp, cool air. Meanwhile, autumn festivals and seasonal

]]> The 5 Best Chattanooga Hikes with Amazing Views (That Aren’t Sunset Rock) https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/the-5-best-chattanooga-hikes-with-amazing-views-that-arent-sunset-rock/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/the-5-best-chattanooga-hikes-with-amazing-views-that-arent-sunset-rock/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/the-5-best-chattanooga-hikes-with-amazing-views-that-arent-sunset-rock/ Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

With an incredible panorama, fascinating history, and well-marked trails, Sunset Rock has long been one of Chattanooga’s most iconic destinations for both locals and visitors. On most sunny days, the parking lot is overflowing with cars belonging to hikers, runners, and climbers taking advantage of

]]> 9 Easy and Awesome Half-Day Trips from Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/9-easy-and-awesome-half-day-trips-from-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/9-easy-and-awesome-half-day-trips-from-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/9-easy-and-awesome-half-day-trips-from-chattanooga/ Thu, 30 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

There are so many amazing places and attractions in downtown Chattanooga that it’s easy to spend all of your time happily exploring within the city limits. However, part of what makes Chattanooga such an incredible destination is its location at the center of a region that offers never-ending

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