Top Chattanooga Culture

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All aboard for a one-of-a-kind Chattanooga experience! Begin your day on a vintage trolley as our local guide leads you through the heart of downtown, sharing stories of the city’s rail heritage, Civil War past, and vibrant culture. Then, your journey continues aboard a historic train ride — a must for railroad fans and adventurers alike. This combo tour blends nostalgia, storytelling, and scenery into an unforgettable exploration of Tennessee’s Scenic City, where tracks and trolleys meet for a fun, family-friendly adventure.

Hit the best bars in Chattanooga plus here scary tales of the souls lingering inside them on this small-group ghost and booze tour. Your guide takes you through Chattanooga’s Historic District, breaking down the macabre, haunted layers of the buildings you pass by. You’ll learn more about the city than from any guidebook, and have a chance to buy drinks at local taverns, too.

With blood-soaked grounds, haunted taverns, and a not-quite-ancient curse, one thing is sure: Chattanooga’s haunted side runs as fast as its chugs and choo-choos. On this guided, small-group tour, you’ll hear all its wild stories, meet its “spirited” characters, wander its spookiest streets, and maybe even catch some ghostly action yourself.

Discover the dark side of Chattanooga's storied past on this thrilling walking ghost tour. See the city's spookiest haunts alongside a local and professional guide for a tour as haunting as it is historical. Hear stories of lurking spirits and make a few stops along the way to take photos or potential supernatural beings.

Your tour will take you from the historic Bessie Smith Cultural Center, through the heart of downtown’s arts, music, and memorial landmarks, and end at the start of the iconic Walnut Street Bridge overlooking the river. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires. This is a hands free experience, put your phone in your pocket and be guided step by step through the city.

Get an overview of Chattanooga’s history and culture in just a few hours aboard a charming trolley that gives your feet a break between destinations and lets you cover more ground than walking. Vintage car enthusiasts will love the Coker Museum and its collection of old cars and planes.

Prebook your National Medal of Honor Heritage Center Admission Ticket before you arrive in Chattanooga and secure your time at the museum as it’s one of the city’s newest attractions and can fill up fast. Use your ticket during the center’s operating hours and go at your own pace through the exhibit. Plus, you’ll also start your visit with a short video explaining the importance of the National Medal of Honor.

Uncover the spooky past of Chattanooga, Tennessee when you embark on this family-friendly ghost tour through the city’s historic locations. Listen to stories from the Civil War, murders, and other otherwordly sightings as you make your way around the city. Stroll along the river, stop at the Hunter Museum of American Art, walk along Cherry Street, and see the romantic May’s Urban Mansion.

The Tennessee River’s Chickamauga Dam is a marvel of engineering, holding back floodwaters while producing hydroelectric power. Experience this impressive structure up close by kayaking through the dam’s lock on this remarkable guided tour. Over the course of around three hours, you’ll paddle into the lock, watch the gates close, and slowly sink down some 50 feet before paddling back out into the river.

Discover the spooky side of Chattanooga with a ghost-themed walking tour. Meet your guide for a city stroll to hear haunted tales and ghost stories connected to city history. See local landmarks like the Fireman’s Memorial Fountain and Hamilton County Courthouse during the walk. Learn about how fires, floods, disease, and war all made Chattanooga a prime place for ghosts.

This digital scavenger hunt lets you learn all about Chattanooga while you explore, solve challenges, and answer questions with your teammates. This is an app-led activity, so you don’t need a guide there in person. You can start and finish whenever you like, but plan on approximately two hours to complete the scavenger hunt.

This guided tour of Underground Chattanooga delves into the hidden history beneath the city's streets. Over the course of 2-3 hours, participants will journey through time, exploring the remnants of the old city buried below the modern landscape. The tour combines historical insights, architectural exploration, and local legends, offering a unique perspective on Chattanooga's past.

The Chattanooga Tunnels Extended Guided Tour is a 3.5-hour exploration of the city's hidden underground network, blending historical insights with both driving and walking elements. Starting at Ross's Landing, the tour covers significant tunnel locations, including the Walnut Street Bridge, Cameron Hill, and the Chattanooga Choo Choo Complex. Participants will delve into the tunnels' roles during the Civil War, their use in the Prohibition era, and their importance to the city's rail and industrial development. The tour also includes a lunch break at a local eatery and visits to the Bluff View Art District and the St. Elmo neighborhood. The experience concludes with a visit to a Civil War site, highlighting the tunnels' strategic importance during the Battle of Chattanooga, before returning to the starting point at Ross's Landing.