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Things to do in Chattanooga: 2 local trip ideas

2 ready-made day trips in Chattanooga, Tennessee: adventure and family. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

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Adventure trip

Adrenaline & Outdoors in

5 stops · about 8 hr 15 min of stops · ~$122 per person

An action-packed day of outdoor thrills in Chattanooga, taking you from a legendary breakfast on the Northshore to river paddleboarding, urban rock climbing, and a fresh local dinner in the heart of downtown.

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    Aretha Frankensteins

    518 Tremont St, Chattanooga, TN 37405, USA
    Aretha Frankensteins, Chattanooga

    Fuel up on the legendary, thick 'Waffle of Insane Greatness' in a funky, retro neighborhood cottage.

    ★ 4.3 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    L2 Outside

    100 River St, Chattanooga, TN 37405, USA
    L2 Outside, Chattanooga

    Rent a stand-up paddleboard or kayak to explore the Tennessee River, paddling right under the historic Walnut Street Bridge.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$40 per person · Directions
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    Lupi's Pizza Pies

    406 Broad St A, Chattanooga, TN 37402, USA
    Lupi's Pizza Pies, Chattanooga

    Grab a quick, delicious lunch at Chattanooga's original hand-tossed pizzeria featuring locally sourced toppings.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    High Point Climbing and Fitness - Downtown

    219 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402, USA
    High Point Climbing and Fitness - Downtown, Chattanooga

    Scale the iconic, transparent outdoor climbing walls overlooking downtown Broad Street at this massive premier climbing facility.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$30 per person · Directions
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    Big Bad Breakfast - Chattanooga

    313 Manufacturers Rd Unit 119, Chattanooga, TN 37405, USA
    Big Bad Breakfast - Chattanooga, Chattanooga

    End your high-energy day on the Northshore with scratch-made comfort classics, hearty breakfast-for-dinner plates, and local beers.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$22 per person · Directions
Family trip

Riverside Fun & Flavor

5 stops · about 5 hr 45 min of stops · ~$195 per person

Enjoy a seamlessly walkable family day in Chattanooga's downtown and North Shore waterfronts, pairing kid-friendly outdoor play with easy, local dining.

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    Maple Street Biscuit Company

    407 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402, USA
    Maple Street Biscuit Company, Chattanooga

    Kick off the morning with massive, kid-approved flaky biscuits and fresh-squeezed OJ.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$45 per person · Directions
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    Puckett's Restaurant

    2 W Aquarium Way, Chattanooga, TN 37402, USA
    Puckett's Restaurant, Chattanooga

    Casual Southern lunch spot with an excellent kids' menu, right by the riverfront.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$65 per person · Directions
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    Walnut Street Bridge

    1 Walnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37403, USA
    Walnut Street Bridge, Chattanooga

    An easy, stroller-friendly walk across one of the world's longest pedestrian bridges.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 30 min · Free · Directions
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    Coolidge Park

    150 River St, Chattanooga, TN 37405, USA
    Coolidge Park, Chattanooga

    Let the kids play in the splash fountains and ride the historic $1 antique carousel.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$5 per person · Directions
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    Tony's Pasta Shop & Trattoria

    212 High St, Chattanooga, TN 37403, USA
    Tony's Pasta Shop & Trattoria, Chattanooga

    Enjoy a family-friendly Italian dinner featuring fresh, handmade pasta and free table bread.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$80 per person · Directions

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