Chattanooga, the fourth-largest city in Tennessee, might surprise with everything it has to offer. Technology-based industries are drawn to this small city since it provided an impressive one-gigabit-per-second internet speed to their clients. Their economy and local industries, as well as small businesses, and food ventures continue to grow and flourish, which makes the city an exciting place to visit. There is no better time to tour Chattanooga but now. Be impressed by its exciting eateries and bars and of course, the mountainside sceneries. Chattanooga is not named the "Scenic City" for nothing, and we are here to tell you five reasons why you'll love it here.
 
Local Whiskey and Beer
Nightlife is very much alive in the city. You can find locally-brewed and crafted beer and whiskey across the Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel. You shouldn't miss the Terminal Brewhouse that doesn't only offer great-tasting beer but a rich history as well. You can also find Clyde's on Main downtown, which serves an equally exciting menu of beer. If you want to learn how the local staple is made, you can head to the Chattanooga Whiskey Distillery and witness it with your own eyes.
 
Beyond Southern Cuisine
Chattanooga will go beyond your expectations when it comes to its food scene. What's a better way to start the day but by having breakfast at Bluegrass Grill. This popular local restaurant offers mouth-watering breakfast and lunch to its loyal clients who line up daily. Make sure to bring your appetite for their four-cheese grits topped with avocado and tofu hash. At lunch, you can head to Urban Shack for their large servings of burgers.
 
Aquatic Adventures
The Tennessee Aquarium is a must-see when you find yourself in Chattanooga. It's a vast expanse of exciting marine adventure you need to see in your life. The aquarium is separated into two buildings: the saltwater Ocean Journey and the freshwater River Journey. These two buildings cater to almost 12,000 marine animals, including sharks, reef fish, and sea turtles. After a trip to the Tennessee Aquarium, enjoy a two-hour ride in the River Gorge Explorer that will tour you through the Tennessee River Gorge, also dubbed as the "Grand Canyon of Tennessee" by the locals.
 
Locomotive Life
Chattanooga was initially known as a connector of many large cities in the country. In fact, for a century, it was a busy train depot. That being said, your visit to Chattanooga will not be complete if you don't ride the historic trains that shaped the city. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum gives you a chance to go down the memory lane in their daily trips to Missionary Ridge. The six-mile tour ends at the train yard where you can witness the train go back to the station.
 
Mountainside Views
Chattanooga's Rock City view is one of the best things the city has in store for its visitors and locals alike. The breathtaking views of seven states will make the hour-long trek worthwhile. Bring your family in an adventurous walk through caves, crevices, and caverns at the Lookout Mountain. The picture-perfect place also offers Disney-like dioramas that would be enjoyed by kids and kids at heart.
 
 
 
 
 

You think you know everything about Chattanooga, TN, but the truth is you have no idea how colorful this city is. To get a glimpse of what this wonderful city is all about, read the following facts that are good to know for both locals and visitors:

1. You can find the first patented miniature golf course in the city of Chattanooga. Garnet Carter made the Tom Thumb Golf located on Lookout Mountain in 1927. Carter, the founder of Rock City Gardens, created the miniature to draw attention to their hotel.
2. If you are interested in aeronautics, you should visit The Lookout Mountain Flight Park and Training School where pilots train for hang gliding. Trainees come from different places all over the world.
3. Chattanooga is heaven for shopaholics because it is the home of the largest mall in Tennessee- the Hamilton Place Mall.
4. The Glen Miller Orchestra bagged the first-ever gold record given by the music industry. The song "The Chattanooga Choo Choo" was the first gold recipient for a song about the city. It stayed on the top spot on Billboard Best Seller's charts for nine weeks.
5. If you love soda, specifically, Coca-Cola products, you would be pleased to know that Chattanooga is the home to its first franchised bottling plant. The owners of this plant, who were local attorneys, bought the franchise for $2.
6. The largest freestanding brick dome in the world is found in Chattanooga Choo Choo's lobby. It used to be a railroad terminal and boasts of an interior height of 85 feet.
7. Have you ever heard of MoonPie? This sweet treat was first baked in Chattanooga Bakery in 1917.
8. The longest pedestrian bridge, Walnut Street Bridge, with a length of 2,376 feet, has been serving people in Chattanooga since 1891.
9. If you want to learn about automobiles, specifically tow trucks, you are in the right city. In fact, the first tow trucks created in 1913 were built in Chattanooga. Head to The International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. if you want to learn more about tow trucks.
10. On Lookout Mountain, you can find the Ruby Falls where the deepest commercial tunnels in the United States are located. These caverns go as deep as 1,000 feet underground.
11. Calling all entertainment lovers! The city of Chattanooga is home to popular names in the entertainment scene such as Samuel L. Jackson, R&B singer and producer, Usher, and Bessie Smith. Peyton Manning and Terrell Owens who are both NFL players, also grew up in this city.
12. There is something for everyone in the city, including art enthusiasts. You can see America's largest collections of American art in the Hunter Museum of Art in Chattanooga.
13.  The Chattanooga and Chickamauga Military Park, the first and biggest National Military Park, is found in this interesting city.
14. Chattanooga is the place to be for climbers because it boasts of more rocks to overcome than Boulder, Colorado.
15. The steepest passenger railway in the world, The Lookout Mountain Incline Railway operates in the city of Chattanooga.