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National Medal of Honor Heritage Center
Walnut Street Bridge
Riverpoint
Walnut Street Bridge
Bluff View Sculpture Garden
Raccoon Mountain Mtb Trail
Cardboard Hill
Hunter Museum of American Art
Tennessee Aquarium
Coolidge Park
Creative Discovery Museum
Top Reviewed Tourist attractions in Chattanooga
Tennessee Aquarium
Ruby Falls
Coolidge Park
Walnut Street Bridge
Hunter Museum of American Art
Creative Discovery Museum
Tennessee Riverpark
Tennessee Riverpark: Fishing Park
The Chattanooga Zoo at Warner Park
Creative Discovery Museum
Tennessee Aquarium
Bluff View Sculpture Garden
Reviews
I absolutely love our aquarium. I highly recommend a membership if you live local, it is always a delight to look at our conservation and educational efforts in action. I went for my birthday recently and had the best time.
We pretty much go every year. Kids love it and the exhibits are really cool. It’s a bit of walking but worth it. The area where you can pet a stingray is a very fun and memorable experience.
Top 3 aquariums that I've been to. After learning the history of it, it's even better.
All of the fish, animals, insects and employees seemed to be well taken care of. The admission price is fair as there is a lot of things to see and do there. We spent about 4hrs there and probably could have spent more. The only negative I have to say is the gift shop prices are a bit steep. $27 for a coffee mug is way too high.
All of the fish, animals, insects and employees seemed to be well taken care of. The admission price is fair as there is a lot of things to see and do there. We spent about 4hrs there and probably could have spent more. The only negative I have to say is the gift shop prices are a bit steep. $27 for a coffee mug is way too high.
Can't review the zoo on the animals, due to I've only been there for the Asian Lantern Festival (I'll come back for the animals later). The latern Festival was very well laid out and had lots of lanterns; many even were animated. The staff there was very friendly and helpful. The hot cocoa was pretty tasty and warmed us up on a cool night. The various interactive areas were cool to experience and the kids loved the whole experience as well. Highly suggested.
Such amazing place for kids! So much to do, from climbing to all sorts of hands-on learning. Very educational, yet also very fun! Our 9-year-old goddaughter loved it & we loved sharing such a great adventure with her. We were told by a representative to allow 1.5 to 2 hours; but, we were there about 3.5 hours & she was no where near ready to leave. My only issue was that some of the things she tried to do/use weren't functioning properly or weren't working at all. So, that was disappointing.
We went for the Asian lantern festival and it was pretty cool! Definitely worth checking out! We purchased our tickets ahead of time online and picked which time slot we wanted. It was a very easy process and a great experience! While there we got a hot chocolate & pretzel, both were good but pretty pricy. For me it was something you see once, but I probably wouldn’t go back again for a couple of years. Definitely worth checking out though & it seemed like they had a decent amount of things for kids too!
Haven't visited in years, but it is still as great as we remembered. Two buildings - with salt and fresh water. Plenty to see and enjoy. Fresh water exibibition is our favorite. Loved it. And since it was Christmas time there was even Santa in the building to take pictures)))
We actually visited on our Anniversary, such an amazing Aquarium. Everyone (working there) was very friendly, and open for questions, we actually had a great time. We stopped several times and simply watched… very calming.
We visited most recently for the Asian Lantern Festival which required tickets to be purchased in advance online. They are currently building a new habitat for giraffes that will be a large focal point near the entrance. The Lantern Festival has a clearly marked path to guide you through all of the lights. Ordinarily you can wander any direction you want to with signage directing you to specific exhibits. Some of the animals were still visible at night. There are places to stop and get snacks.
Nice small zoo, perfect for a leisurely stroll to check out some animals and just enjoy a day out and about. It doesn't take long to go through the entire zoo so make sure you take it slow and enjoy each of the animals to the fullest. We played with the Tamarin for quite awhile, they were very entertaining and interactive. The giraffes are the main attraction and they know it! They prance around and show off, not camera shy at all! The grounds are well maintained and the enclosures are adequate size for the animals comfort. They all seemed content and healthy in their environment. We visited the zoo back in April and there were several signs and promises of things to come so we'll be back when we return to the area. The only issue is the staff, they seem very disinterested in any of the visitors or their job in general. They didn't affect our visit, we enjoyed ourselves despite their attitudes but they definitely didn't enhance our visit.
This was an awesome place for the kids and he must check it out when visiting Chattanooga. We ended up buying the membership because it was just a little bit more and I'm sure we will go back within the next 12 months.
I went with my kids and extended family. Let me tell you, it's a must to visit when in Chattanooga. They have interactive pools for touching fish. The staff was inviting and the place was very clean. Just go, don't even think about it. It's good for everyone.
Nice aquarium with plenty of interesting exhibits. Sadly, the penguin exhibit was being renovated so we didn't get to see any penguins, but everything else was interesting. The butterfly garden was very nice. The staff were very friendly and pointed out interesting things in the exhibits.
I’ll save you the trouble and upload pictures of everything you’ll see. Don’t bring a stroller unless you want to carry it up the stairs to see the indoor red panda exhibit. And if a sign says “exit only”, it’s guaranteed not to be the exit. Maybe it’s cool when it’s not under construction, but none of my kids enjoyed it. The only good thing about it is that it isn’t crowded…..with good reason. The children’s petting zoo goats are also amazing.
Beautiful garden and well worth the visit when in downtown Chattanooga. Nice sculptures and beautiful views of the river.
Gorgeous, but super touristy. You will be forced through the gift shop twice, they will take a photo of you and edit poorly in front of the waterfall and try to charge you $30. But you can also take your own photo in front of the falls and the guides will hold a light for you! The guide we had, Taylor, was hilarious and gave great recommendations. The falls are gorgeous and the tour was fun. Just prepare for it to feel a little like a theme park.
The cave was incredible. The waterfall was even better. It was so beautiful especially when they had the lights on. The only downside is they were rushing. Didn't really get the time to grasp the amazement of the cave. Go at night and make sure to go to the top of the tower to see the beautiful view of the city.
As wedding planners, we love working in The Hunter Museum. The staff is friendly and attentive, the facilities are beautiful and well-maintained, and the flow of the spaces works perfectly for an unforgettable event. We have recommended The Hunter Museum to so many of our couples planning their special day. Thank you Hunter Museum of Art! - Wildflower Wedding Planning Team
So much open space!! Plenty of benches and sitting areas. Very nice walking paths. Clean and safe!
One of my new favorite children's musuem. So much to see and do, could spend all day there. We rushed through and still didn't get to see everything after a few hours there. Everything was interactive and meant for kids which was nice compared to other museums.
Haleigh was our guide, she said she’s new but man, she seemed like a pro! Absolutely hilarious, seemed to care for us as a group and make sure we all made it through okay. Checked on us a bunch. Just asking if everyone is doing okay. Personally, he’d personality made the tour much better! She took pictures of us as a family! It was my husband, myself and our three year old. The tour was really pretty and all the facts made it so much cooler. Thank you for making our tour awesome! Keep cash to tip your guide. We didn’t have cash and didn’t know we could do tips and felt awful. Not once did she ask or bring it up. It’s just on the wall as you leave.
Impressive! Parking could be tricky but we got lucky and were able to park on their lot. I’ve been to a lot of aquariums but this one is so well done. You really feel like you are experiencing the world under the water. Two buildings, one for freshwater (lots of local river info and rivers around the world) and the ocean building. The staff was feeding and explaining everywhere. Really allowed you to see the animals in action. Touch pool as well. Butterfly garden. Admission was around $40 for adults but well worth it for the experience. IMAX movies were available for extra fee.
Also check out the Trail of Tears memorial and the river right outside. Lots of places to sit and enjoy a beautiful day outside.
Also check out the Trail of Tears memorial and the river right outside. Lots of places to sit and enjoy a beautiful day outside.
I've gone to the Atlanta aquarium for years because I love belugas, but WOW! I was so impressed. The design of the buildings is actually quite stunning. The displays were so well assembled, with incredible thought put into the layout, architecture, and even the surrounding park. We had a wonderful time and the staff were fabulous. 1.5-2 hours is the perfect amount of time for two adults to walk through all the exhibits. We absolutely loved the lemurs and butterfly garden!
Loved this! It's a walking bridge. And what a great Atmosphere. People walking & Musicians playing. I highly recommend checking this out. If you enjoy outdoor activities.
Staff was great. Parking is free if you are visiting the museum. The museum is by the river. The interior is beautiful. We spent several hours admiring the beautiful pieces inside.
I have been to aquariums in 20 states. This was the first time I have seen a cold water river display. Very unique multi-tiered building. Freshwater side seems newer. Impressive. Perhaps my new favorite aquarium. Many species I have never seen. Saltwater side has one super large very clean tank that winds all through the building. A few impressive tanks on the salt side. But you are done before you want to be. The fresh water side is worth driving or flying in to see. We really enjoyed it.
Ruby falls is an underground cave & waterfall.
This place is beautiful!
It was a nice one mile guided tour walk (hour & 20 minutes).
Our group was small ( around 10 people), but other groups passing by were much more.
It was around 60 F down there, so maybe you need a sweater & wear good shoes!
Buy tickets in advance, and be there 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time.
This place is beautiful!
It was a nice one mile guided tour walk (hour & 20 minutes).
Our group was small ( around 10 people), but other groups passing by were much more.
It was around 60 F down there, so maybe you need a sweater & wear good shoes!
Buy tickets in advance, and be there 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time.
IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT COMING HERE DO IT! You have to do this at least once in your life for me, I’ve gone two times. Both times the employees were nice and had fun with you. They tell jokes on your tour, which is 25 dollars and some change for the adults, some jokes are corny but it will make you laugh, if not smile. We had an amazing tour guide this trip named Kien, he’s only been there for 1 month and 1/2 but he was so great, we thought he had been there for years. Once you get to the falls you have about 8 minutes to take pictures and take in the breath taking view. After you can shop at the gift shop, you can buy pictures that they take of you when you arrive underground, then you can go to the outlook (free when you by the tour).
The tour is about 1-1/2 hours. Bring shoes. All ages were there. On our tour some were in their 60s/70s, it depends on you. There are some steps, you may have to duck a few times, and it can be slippery but they have handrails. You also go down 200+ feet in an elevator and walk the rest of the way.
Please go you won’t regret it.
The tour is about 1-1/2 hours. Bring shoes. All ages were there. On our tour some were in their 60s/70s, it depends on you. There are some steps, you may have to duck a few times, and it can be slippery but they have handrails. You also go down 200+ feet in an elevator and walk the rest of the way.
Please go you won’t regret it.
I would recommend this place to anyone with kids. My 3 year old grandson and 10 year old granddaughter had a blast. Only downside was my grandson pitched a fit not wanting to leave... Lol
A great zoo for young children. The merry go round and the train were a big hit along with the animals. It's small enough you can see everything in a couple hours and doesn't break the bank. We loved feeding the giraffe.
Love the scenery. Great place to walk and seems very safe.
Great tour and the waterfall was amazing. God is such an awesome Creator!!! Definitely worth the spontaneous trip to Ruby Falls today. Making memories is a great joy. We only live once. Might as well enjoy this beautiful creation called EARTH...
Running, walking, cycling, picnicking, and fishing (pier and boat). The Wreath of Honor is pretty cool. There’s a Navy Reserve Center- Marine Corps here too. I was here because I had a lot of stuff on my mind, and as I expected this is a great place to take a walk and sort it out
What’s good? In contrast to the adjacent Renaissance Park, this park brings a little more action to the table with its carousel and interactive fountain. The kiddos (or adults!) can play (seasonal) directly in this fountain with its “open floor plan”. Lots of wide open green space available at this park. The park is split by the Walnut Street Bridge–creating a unique shady spot under the trusses (you can even sit on the lower trusses!)
What’s bad? My only critique is that I saw no traditional playground for children.
Overall, a great park–it’s the “central park” of Chattanooga.
What’s bad? My only critique is that I saw no traditional playground for children.
Overall, a great park–it’s the “central park” of Chattanooga.
What’s good? No vehicles allowed–making it an excellent stroll for pedestrians. The wooden deck is aesthetically pleasing–it looks, sounds, and feels good. With both the original road deck and sidewalks available, it is generally not crowded–plenty of room for everyone.
What’s bad? While the wooden deck is fun for pedestrians, I would imagine this to be an uncomfortable ride for cyclists.
Overall, this is a fun bridge to cross and is an asset for the city.
What’s bad? While the wooden deck is fun for pedestrians, I would imagine this to be an uncomfortable ride for cyclists.
Overall, this is a fun bridge to cross and is an asset for the city.
This is a smaller zoo, but it is both charming and has the benefit of including plenty of exhibits that are indoors if you are faced with a drizzly day (ask me how I know!). Better yet, they offer wonderful merit badge courses for Boy Scouts - I drove 3 hours for my son to do his Environmental Science badge with them, and it was well worth it. We did great hands-on activities and ended the day with a meet-and-greet with an armadillo!
What can I say? If you are in town, you must come, and you must be early. I'll tell you why later.
The place is all about love. The name itself is already filled with love. The history, nature, and love are mixed inside this adventure toward Ruby falls. It is a journey between millions of year of geological formation. Words themselves cannot describe.
The temperature is around 60-65 down there, so wear appropriately. Shoes are recommended, so you walk better on slopes and wet, and your feet won't get wet.
There is a tower in the building that you can look over on the city, ask the staff.
You must come early, before everyone wakes up. 8:30AM is the latest, so that your group is small. You will get more quiet and quality time walking through the path. You will get more time taking pictures with the fall.
The place is all about love. The name itself is already filled with love. The history, nature, and love are mixed inside this adventure toward Ruby falls. It is a journey between millions of year of geological formation. Words themselves cannot describe.
The temperature is around 60-65 down there, so wear appropriately. Shoes are recommended, so you walk better on slopes and wet, and your feet won't get wet.
There is a tower in the building that you can look over on the city, ask the staff.
You must come early, before everyone wakes up. 8:30AM is the latest, so that your group is small. You will get more quiet and quality time walking through the path. You will get more time taking pictures with the fall.
We had a wonderful experience for Sensory Sensitivity Family Night this week. My daughter's thoroughly enjoyed the visit and learned a lot while making new friends. I appreciate the museum inviting us as my oldest daughter has sensory delays and sensitivity.
What a fun and cool experience! It's so big that there's two separate buildings, which your tickets cover both. It is very family oriented and stroller friendly. So many animals to see and learn about. There's a gift shop in each building with multiple bathrooms. You can touch a stingray and a lake sturgeon. It's a must visit for sure! Unfortunately, when we went the sea otters weren't out, which was a bummer
This is a smaller zoo. If you're expecting something huge with more enclosures, I wouldn't recommend it. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED this zoo. It's clean, well kept, and it's not expensive to get in. The food, drinks and gift shop are pretty expensive. If you're just wanting something to pass the time before the rest of your day starts, I highly recommend
Nice place to relax with kids. The old carousel ride can be enjoyed by kids as well as adults. The fountains a nice place . Beautiful lawns.
Walking this area is a real delight. The views are beautiful. Plenty of seating to rest or even picnic. There are docks to fish or just take in the scenery. Playgrounds and open spaces to play. Leashed dog friendly. Bike rental available and plenty of riding!
A nice relaxing place to sit, walk, snap a few pictures! Nice views to see, watch boats pass, and just relax for a bit!
Beautiful sculptures. Lots of signs saying no photography-- you have to get a permit at a museum nearby. Maybe they mean professional photography/photo shoots, but I didn't want to take any chances. A shame because I would have loved to have some memories (phone pics).
We stopped here on a whim, at 8:20 AM on a Sunday (8/6/23), whilst halfway through our road trip to Florida from Michigan. We walked right in, purchased tickets for the 8:30 AM tour on the kiosk located near the main entrance. Waited all of 2 minutes and headed down the elevator into the cave where 6 other guests joined us. Our tour guide was Carter. He was GREAT! He shared with us great humor and information about the cave/waterfall.
The cave and waterfall themselves were amazing! I love all of the different colored lights that really make it unique. It really was an all-around great experience! I have been to Mammoth Cave & Diamond Caverns of KY and Ruby Falls didn’t ‘fall’ short of meeting my expectations.
By the time we were leaving around 10:15-10:30 AM, the place was filling up with people. So my advice to anyone reading this, is to GO EARLY. If you would like a smaller group and a more personal/intimate tour, GO EARLY.
The cave and waterfall themselves were amazing! I love all of the different colored lights that really make it unique. It really was an all-around great experience! I have been to Mammoth Cave & Diamond Caverns of KY and Ruby Falls didn’t ‘fall’ short of meeting my expectations.
By the time we were leaving around 10:15-10:30 AM, the place was filling up with people. So my advice to anyone reading this, is to GO EARLY. If you would like a smaller group and a more personal/intimate tour, GO EARLY.
Very serene. The scenery was just what my family needed. The memorial was beautiful! Beautiful flowers and artwork all around. There was the option to ride bikes, walk the trail, play on the playground, fish, and more. The fact that everything is right on the river makes this so much more enjoyable!
Great spot to take your family when visiting downtown Chattanooga. Plenty to see and do for your children and allow their creative juices to flow. Elevators available. Fun times.
This aquarium is so much fun!! Purchase your tickets ahead of time, they can sell out. With two buildings of exhibits there is so much to see! We especially enjoyed the spots set up to take photos. The staff members are extremely friendly and welcoming. Definitely worth the trip to go visit!
Don’t just go for the inside of the aquarium there is so much to do outside! Our family’s favorite is all the water features you can play in! Prepare to have a wet kid!
Don’t just go for the inside of the aquarium there is so much to do outside! Our family’s favorite is all the water features you can play in! Prepare to have a wet kid!
The best time to visit this historical landmark is right before sundown. Leave your car in the Coolidge Park area and enjoy a stroll across the bridge as the colors change from orange glow to glittering city lights. If you work up an appetite there are many places to eat at the end of the Market Street bridge.
Wow! How have I visited Chattanooga so many times and never knew there was a walking bridge across the river? Even though it was hot, it was definitely worth it. Plus there’s a ice cream store at one end and a carousel at the other. What could be better?
I loved it! The way the exhibits are laid out is super cool. You start at the top floor and work your way down through the central display area, and there are little side displays as you go forward. There's a ton of cool info, lots of TN native fish and turtles, and so much to see. Definitely worth the price of admission.
This is most beautiful bridge I have ever seen and walked end to end.
We also waited to see the sunset with ice cream. You can buy the ice cream from the corner shop at the start of the bridge. The bridge is quite old and it’s maintained well. Sitting chair with multiple dustbins available for trash. Very clean and great place for photo shoot and hangout.
Loved the bridge. Parking is free after 6 with coin parking street areas near to the bridge.
We also waited to see the sunset with ice cream. You can buy the ice cream from the corner shop at the start of the bridge. The bridge is quite old and it’s maintained well. Sitting chair with multiple dustbins available for trash. Very clean and great place for photo shoot and hangout.
Loved the bridge. Parking is free after 6 with coin parking street areas near to the bridge.
very good fishing
Great aquarium and very easily accessible. One of our group members needs easy access ramps to get to things and they had absolutely no problem getting to every exhibit in the buildings. The aquarium is very kid friendly and I highly recommend bringing children here. We saw the scuba divers playing rock paper scissors with some of the kids while they were cleaning an exhibit. There is so much to see to give yourself a few hours to experience everything. You have to get tickets in advance!
Iconic Chattanooga park right along the Tennessee river. There are so many paths to wonder down and explore. I loved all the sculptures and the people were extremely friendly. The only reason for 4 stars was I surprised at the amount of trash. There wasn’t a lot, it was mostly floating along the shore.
What a surprise it was to see such a variety of artists. The history of the art is amazing Wayne, ?? An attendant upstairs is a kind refreshing guy. The entire staff were friendly and helpful. They gave us military discount It’s free for active duty. Thank you for honoring us.
What an amazing place for kiddos to explore, play and discover.
Do not be fooled by the entrance and first few activities available. There are so many areas to explore and unfortunately we did not get to all of them.
Comparably this experience is priced fairly and offers a day of fun for everyone!
The one improvement needed is the food area. The items are mostly junk food and over priced.
Do not be fooled by the entrance and first few activities available. There are so many areas to explore and unfortunately we did not get to all of them.
Comparably this experience is priced fairly and offers a day of fun for everyone!
The one improvement needed is the food area. The items are mostly junk food and over priced.
We were blown away by this kids museum! We were there for 3 hours and didn't get to everything. My kids are a little older 7 & 10, and they loved it. There is also a bunch of stuff we skipped geared towards little kids. Ate lunch here, it was good like ball field food: hot dogs, pizza, nachos. We live in AL, here with family, and we stayed a few hours to tour the museum. It would be worth coming back for a day trip. There's a show we didn't get to. I saw on the sign they do $3 tickets if you bring your valid EBT card. I really love that they make it affordable for lower income families to learn about science too! I've never seen that before at a kids museum.
Tourists visit for sightseeing and local people walking and jogging with their friends and families. Chattanooga has beautiful nature and people have peaceful time with their lovers.
ive gone here twice and its always super fun to go to the art is so nice and the staff is very informed and kind would recommend
We all know that if I rate this place any lower than this, it will be shuffled out of sight because negativity isn't popular on this platform.
But here's the truth: it's underwhelming. If you've visited Florida, have been on any deep sea fishing trips, live near a river or spent any time near aquatic or riparian environments, you've seen all this and more. The best I can say is it does provide an adequate insight into water wildlife. If you have not been able to spend time near any bodies of water, it's a decent overview at best.
The ocean section of the aquarium leaves you with the feeling of "that's all?"
I CAN say that it's clean, well managed, and the staff is friendly. The layout and design is nice. It's relaxing and scenic. The buildings themselves are architecturally pretty. Beyond that though, it gets a ho hum shrug. If the tickets were any pricier, I'd say it's not a good value at all. For the current cost, it's a "fair" value at best, and that's being kind.
The pics I've included are seriously the stand out sights. Sorry to be so honest, I can tell they work hard, but the true rating would be a two point five.
But here's the truth: it's underwhelming. If you've visited Florida, have been on any deep sea fishing trips, live near a river or spent any time near aquatic or riparian environments, you've seen all this and more. The best I can say is it does provide an adequate insight into water wildlife. If you have not been able to spend time near any bodies of water, it's a decent overview at best.
The ocean section of the aquarium leaves you with the feeling of "that's all?"
I CAN say that it's clean, well managed, and the staff is friendly. The layout and design is nice. It's relaxing and scenic. The buildings themselves are architecturally pretty. Beyond that though, it gets a ho hum shrug. If the tickets were any pricier, I'd say it's not a good value at all. For the current cost, it's a "fair" value at best, and that's being kind.
The pics I've included are seriously the stand out sights. Sorry to be so honest, I can tell they work hard, but the true rating would be a two point five.
The museum was fantastic! The pieces are wide ranging in medium and time period. Some of my favorites are all the sculptures both inside and outside of the museum. The building itself is a work of art, and makes for a stunning view later in the day. The views from the terraces over the river are amazing.
The museum was so nice. It was clean, the temperature was perfect inside and the art was expertly displayed. I loved all of the information about the artists and their work. 10/10 will visit again.
Beautiful park for families as well as couples and individuals.
Lots of things to do. Bird watching, kayaking, bicycling nature walk etc.
Lots of places to take pictures. The fountains at the center of the park is a great spot for the kids to cool off.
Restrooms and facilities are decent. Good restaurants in the vicinity too.
Overall a great place to spend half a day (or more).
Lots of things to do. Bird watching, kayaking, bicycling nature walk etc.
Lots of places to take pictures. The fountains at the center of the park is a great spot for the kids to cool off.
Restrooms and facilities are decent. Good restaurants in the vicinity too.
Overall a great place to spend half a day (or more).
This was a great place to visit. There was a lot of green space through out the park with plenty of things to explore in the area. There's a splash pad nearby that's close to a carousel that only costs $1 per person to ride. There's a pedestrian bridge that crosses the river and has an awesome view of the city. Near one of the parking areas there is a giant hill that the kids would slide down on card board boxes(have to see it, not as sketchy as it sounds lol). Just make sure you remember to pay to park. All in all this is an awesome place and it's definitely worth checking out.
This is a beautiful park. I'm glad we took the time to drive down and see the various sculptures and, of course, the beautiful water view. We didn't plan this on our trip to Chattanooga, but I'm so glad we fit it in. The art was beautiful, and the environment was serene and peaceful.
My absolute favorite park! I drive from Atlanta to come here when I can. It's a great escape, fun atmosphere, it's clean and spacious. Parking is great and very affordable, unlike parking in my area. (If I remember correctly, it's like $6 for 24hr parking). I can stay all day and downtown is just across the pedestrian bridge, with so much to do in walking distance. A great area to bring family, friends and pets !
My family and I visited the park for the annual J-fest. It was an amazing day. Love the park. The sidewalks on the river provides beautiful scenery for a walk. Love the community there. We will be back.
Great area to walk during the day and great views at night. Well worth a visit if you are in the area. Nice architecture throughout downtown.
Wow, this place is so neat and offers such a great variety of exhibits for our children to enjoy! At first, I wasn’t sure we would make it past the water play exhibit. I think my children may have been happy staying there all day. We finally convinced them to move through the museum and They especially loved going up in the observation tower and the robotics portion of the upstairs. There was a large area about Doc McStuffins, which my kids were not super interested in, and another area that was under construction and it looked like it was going to be a very cool dinosaur. Dig type of experience. At the end of our visit our three year old had an epic meltdown because he did not want to leave! Definitely a great place to stop while you are in town!
This museum is wonderful. The three buildings are very distinct and the galleries are compelling. Becoming a member is your best value and helps sustain the museum!
I'd have to go 50 more times to leave a full review because there's so much to see and you need to visit it as your kid gets older to understand the full range of it's capacity. We were there on a Monday morning and it was popping. Truly a great place for kids and even adults. Will be back 20 more times I'm sure. Clean, good staff, only downside is not a ton of great parking even in their lot. Too popular!!
Was driving through Tennessee and decided to stop at a nearby park and I ended up here. It was such a lovely atmosphere. You could tell people genuinely loved coming there. Some were having picnics on the grass while others were taking a stroll or simply enjoying the view. I even got a to see an alligator turtle which I had never heard of prior. I ended up spending longer than intended but I’m so glad I did
This is always our go to walking place. From the beautiful scenery to the quiet places on the trails, we always have a great time every time! The parks are always kept tidy and the landscape is always beautiful. This place is great for all ages and there is something to do for everybody!
My wife and I visited this park while we were visiting the area, and it was incredible. We had perfect weather which helped, but the park itself was lovely. The main path runs next to the Tennessee River and beautiful grassy fields, and we enjoyed slowly walking and enjoying the view. There were a decent amount of people either riding bikes or walking, but it didn't feel too crowded. Overall it was a great experience and I'm glad we chose to pull over and check it out.
EXQUISITE... the entire experience is beautiful...! The setting along the river, the welcoming walk to the front door... the warm greeting upon entering, and the very well appointed and meticulously maintained buildings... house the perfect venue to showcase a timeless collection of amazing Art, and rotating collections from featured Artists! 🎨 An absolutely amazing afternoon fully immersed in though, contemplation, amazement... and an overwhelming feeling of being surrounded by raw talent... God given Gifts... the sheer beauty of each Artist's interpretation of their own perspective and view of their creation!
This trail along the Tennessee River is pristinely maintained. We parked at the Chickamauga Dam and rode our bikes to St Elmo. The round trip was 25 miles. We stopped in the downtown area for lunch at Agave & Rye. This is a wide path that is sidewalk , bridges and road. There are parks and bathrooms throughout the riverwalk. Lots of sculptures and picture opportunities everywhere.
Cool little park with EXCELLENT fishing! I saw several people slamming catfish out of this section in front of the dam. Local anglers were saying the Smallmouth Bass and Striped Bass in the area are Huge! They said, there's a high probability of catching 20 Inch plus fish out of this area. There is an over abundance of Shad in the area, so artificial baits will be tough, but not impossible.
The bathrooms were surprisingly modern and very clean, for the amount of foot traffic. All the fishing piers were clean, and freshly painted. I highly recommend fishing from this spot, if you don't have a boat. I saw one fool trying to brave the rapids in a boat, to get closer to the dam. I hope it worked out for them.
The bathrooms were surprisingly modern and very clean, for the amount of foot traffic. All the fishing piers were clean, and freshly painted. I highly recommend fishing from this spot, if you don't have a boat. I saw one fool trying to brave the rapids in a boat, to get closer to the dam. I hope it worked out for them.
A great place to hike or bike along the Tennessee Riverwalk Park. Pack your lunch to enjoy at the numerous benches with a view or enjoy the downtown restaurants.
Be sure to check out the Osprey and Herons under the dam.
The Lilly pads are blooming in June.
Be sure to check out the Osprey and Herons under the dam.
The Lilly pads are blooming in June.
Always a great place to go for a walk and bird watch. Bathrooms spaced throughout the area for easy access. There's always a variety of birds to watch on the water. On my walk yesterday alone I saw, several Ospreys diving for fish, a pair of Bald Eagles, a Red Tailed Hawk, dozens of Great Blue Herons, Double-crested Cormorants, Mallard ducks, a couple Turkey and Black Vultures, some song Sparrows, Killdeer, and Barn Swallows. All photos taken with my Pixel 6 Pro.
A unique place to visit, great restaurant, coffee shop, and art gallery next door.
It was so pretty outside so my husband and I stopped here for a little visit as we often do. It was beautiful, we just love this spot. You can see the dam locks and if you walk on down there is a clean restroom you can use. Its really very beautiful. A nice place just to sit if the weather is pretty outside. We come all the time. Great place.
Great place for a walk, fishing or just sit and relax a while so stop by check it out and I'm sure you'll enjoy
Always a great place to do fun outdoor activities. Saw this big stripe bass get reeled in and the workout. .
Quaint sculpture garden overlooking the river
It's a great place on the river to admire the works of some truly talented artists ... it's very relaxing when you can stroll along side the river seeing and hearing the water ... admiring the artwork, observing the wildlife and the landscaping, and the boats ... well you get the idea!! hehe
Very nice area for a stroll. Several great options for drinks, coffees, pastry and meals inside or outside. Gift shopping from local artists.
Always enjoy my time spent here, great place to visit anytime.
The Hunter Art Museum is adjacent to the property.
Beautiful views, of course. Go catch a sunset, perfect views.
Always enjoy my time spent here, great place to visit anytime.
The Hunter Art Museum is adjacent to the property.
Beautiful views, of course. Go catch a sunset, perfect views.
This free sculpture garden is a wonderful place to take a date or just spend some time. If you play Pokemon go, there are plenty of stops in the area.
The art pieces change every so often, and the view of the river is fantastic. Not to mention the ambience of the area and the smell of fresh baked bread from the bakery right outside the entrance.
The art pieces change every so often, and the view of the river is fantastic. Not to mention the ambience of the area and the smell of fresh baked bread from the bakery right outside the entrance.
Tiny garden full of gems! Lovely sculptures from local artists and a great view of the river. Free and there are pamphlets to guild you around the sculptures.