Within walking distance of downtown Chattanooga, Bluff View Art District is a creative haven that specializes in the visual, culinary and landscape arts. The historic neighborhood sits high atop a bluff overlooking the Tennessee River and offers visitors a one-of-a-kind experience. While there, you can browse through River Gallery, which exhibits fine art and museum quality crafts from local, regional, national and international artists. Whether you are meandering through the sculpture garden or watching the local artisans bake breads, make chocolates or roast coffee through the large paned windows throughout the district, there is something for everyone to enjoy. You can also find something to suit any taste at one of the three restaurants, including authentic Italian at Tony's Pasta Shop & Trattoria, elegant global cuisine at Back Inn Cafe or European style desserts, pastries, coffees and sandwiches at Rembrandt's Coffee House. Spend an hour, an afternoon or an entire day discovering all there is to do in Bluff View Art District, and be sure to spend at least one night in the area's beautifully restored Bed and Breakfast, called Bluff View Inn.2. L2 Boards (423) 531-7873 www.l2boards.com/
Our Paddle fit classes keep the focus on cardio-paddling, strength and core fitness, while we offer Yoga on the boards as well. Both of these classes are taught on the river next to McClellan Island and below the cliffs of the Museum District. The overwhelming response has been these classes offer fantastic opportunity to experience nature, try a new sport, and get a great workout! L2 Boards offers rental and retail of Standup Paddleboards, as well as long board skateboards. Paddle boarding enables people of all ability levels to experience the city from a perspective not often seen by the average person. Plus, it's an exceptional way to get a workout in for the day. We offer Yoga and Paddle Fit classes focusing on core strength and cardio fitness-all while balancing on the board. We also have apparel, sunglasses, backpacks and anything that makes your outdoor activities more pleasurable.
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More than just a ride it's an Adventure Begin at the corner of 5th and Market where you will board an authentic WWII amphibious landing craft built specifically for the D-Day invasion. Enjoy an historic tour through downtown Chattanooga and just when you think you have seen it all, splash into the Tennessee River at Ross' Landing for an historical and ecological tour of the river and the Chattanooga Waterfront. The tour lasts about 1 hour. Tours start and end at 503 Market.
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Chattanooga Double Decker does historic tours of Chattanooga using an open top, authentic 1960 British Double Decker bus that showcases the best history, scenery, attractions and deals Chattanooga has to offer, all while resting your feet during this approximately hour long tour. Each tour comes with an option to take a moon pie and a double cola. (Both Chattanooga born icons!) Information on tickets, times, and our pickup location can be found on their website.
5. Point Park Battlefield Best view of the city!!
A unit of the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park located on Lookout Mountain. The site of the Civil War battle commonly referred to as "The Battle Above the Clouds." The newly renovated visitor center houses a 33' by 13' mural painted by James Walker, an eyewitness to the battle, and has several short audio-visual presentations about the painting and battles for Chattanooga. Point Park hours of operation (Eastern Standard Time): Open daily 8:30 a.m. - sunset. Park Admission Price: Adults $3.00, visitors with any of the America The Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes enter free and Children under 16 enter free. Admission to the Point Park Visitor Center is free. Visitor center hours of operation (Eastern Standard Time): June-August 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; September-May 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. East Brow Road • Lookout Mountain, TN 37350 • (423) 821-7786
6. Frazier Avenue Shopping District (Frazier Ave, Between the Walnut Street and Market Street Bridges)
hattanooga shoppers have been leaving traditional malls and shopping centers for the trendy shops and eateries located along the Tennessee Riverfront. As the focal point of the North Shore community, this collection of specialty stores, art galleries, cafes and restaurants occupy old warehouses and houses. Everything from sportswear to kayaks to a turkey club sandwich can be found here. Located next to Coolidge Park, it is a perfect place for families to shop and play.
7. Rhythm and Brews www.rythm-brews.com
The best place for live music in Chattanooga.
8. Debarge Vineyards and Winery
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