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"Bessie" Mural

Kevin Bate painted this mural of Bessie Smith - The Empress of the Blues - a Chattanooga native who performed on this street, then known as “The Big Nine”.

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Nearby Attractions

Still exploring? Try these popular ideas in and around Chattanooga.

Eat & Drink

Desserts & Bakeries

Clumpies Ice Cream Co.

Clumpies ice cream is made by hand with only the finest ingredients that can be found. We hand craft our ice cream in small batches, ten gallons or less at a time.The result is a rich, creamy, delicious ice cream crafted with care!

Image shows a bar with whiskey tasting flights

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery

Chattanooga's 1st distillery in over 100 years offering tours/tastings 7 days a week!

People hanging out and drinking beers in the Biergarten beside the brewery.

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

Chattanooga Brewing Company

A taproom and brewery located on Chestnut Street in Chattanooga's historic Southside, Chattanooga Brewing Company serves up craft beer and quality food in a casual, comfortable setting inside or out in our german-style beer garden.

Places to Stay

Cabins & Chalets

Wauhatchie Woodlands

Discover a new kind of vacation rental, the Timberroot Rustic Retreat. Relax, recharge & create lasting memories at Wauhatchie Woodlands in Chattanooga.

Cabins & Chalets

Tennessee River Gorge Island Cabins

Located on Nickajack Lake in the Tennessee River Gorge.

Hotels, Inns & Resorts

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

Make the most of your trip to Chattanooga at the only riverfront hotel in town!

Things to Do

Arthur McArthur is depicted carrying the Union flag during the Battle of Missionary Ridge

Museums

National Medal of Honor Heritage Center

The Heritage Center serves as an engaging storyteller and shares the real-life experiences of Medal of Honor recipients on their infamous day when they demonstrated extraordinary heroism under the most difficult circumstances.

The Swincar electric off-road vehicle is one of our most popular adventures!

Outdoor Activities

Adventure Sports Innovation

Find the latest inventions and innovations for outdoor adventures!

ChattaScooter a fun way to explore the town

Explore Chattanooga, TN

"Bessie" Mural