PACK YOUR BAGS FOR CHATTANOOGA!

Lonely Planet named Chattanooga as the "Best in the U.S." and "10 U.S. destinations you need to see in 2018." The New York Times even named Chattanooga one of the "Top 45 Places to go" in the World. Tucked between the mountains of Southeast Tennessee, along the beautiful Tennessee River, Chattanooga is one of America's most breathtaking cities. From amazing food, art museums, and breathtaking hikes, you’re sure to be entertained in this Tennessee town! Because we live in such a digital age I felt like I HAD to include instagram worthy places to explore in Chattanooga. These places are not only picturesque, but wonderful places to visit in general.

4 INSTA WORTHY PLACES TO VISIT

GRAB COFFEE AT SLEEPHEAD

Sleepyhead Coffee is the Insta coffee shop in Chattanooga! From pink walls, donuts, plates, and even a pink couch you’re sure to have a great morning sip coffee in style.☕️ Sleepyhead was opened to serve the community and provide a welcoming and SAFE space for anyone to read a book, drink a good cup of coffee, enjoy breakfast or a snack, meet with friends, grab a plant, create, get inspired, or simply just relax.

HEAD TO LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN

Go 1700 feet above sea level to the top of Lookout Mountain and only 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga to visit Rock City. Lookout Mountain is a mountain ridge located along the southern border of Tennessee and one of the best things to do in Chattanooga. It offers a number of attractions that show the magnificent natural beauty of the mountain as well as spectacular views of the Chattanooga Valley.

STROLL ACROSS ONE OF THE LONGEST BRIDGES

The Walnut Street Bridge is one of the longest pedestrian bridges in the world, connecting the north shore of Tennessee River to downtown Chattanooga. This bridge can be easily spotted due to its bright blue color making it extra instagrammable! If you’re planning to be in the city in October, you won’t want to miss the Wine over Water wine tasting festival. At this event, you can sample different wines while strolling over the bridge and enjoying the scenery.

ENRICH THE SOUL AT THIS ART MUSEUM

After visiting the Walnut Street Bridge, head next door to the Hunter Museum of American Art. Located on Bluff View Avenue in the Bluff View Art District, the Hunter Museum of American Art is a fine arts museum sitting on an 80 foot bluff with amazing views of downtown Chattanooga and the Tennessee River. Since 1952, the collection has been housed in a 1904 classical revival mansion. The building is truly a work of art itself and absolutely worthy of some incredible photos!

WHERE TO STAY

The Read House Hotel

Pack your bags because additional weekends are available at this “Roaring 20’s” themed hotel in Chattanooga! The Read House Hotel originally opened in 1847 and has established itself as the premier historic hotel in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Read House unveiled a $28 million renovation in October 2018, featuring “Great Gatsby”-inspired design and décor coupled with an experience of grandeur and opulence from the era as guests are greeted by bellman wearing top hats and served cocktails by servers in flapper dresses at Bar & Billiards, located just off the hotel’s lobby. The unique experience was intentionally created for guests as the hotel worked with historians and architects to recreate a modern version of the hotel’s 1926 stateliness.

Keep this blog post in mind when planning your trip to Chattanooga! Have you been before?

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