Explore Chattanooga Summer 2022

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Owner &Publisher ..........................Todd A. Smith VP of Business Development.........Catherine Smith ContributingWriters........................Katie Corbett LaurenMcNeese Camille Platt Graphic Designer. ..................... Harriet McDowall Contributing Photographer..............AndrewKeller Photo Credits. ............... Chattanooga TourismCo. Todd Staley - TNAquarium Cover Photo Credit: Courtesy of Ruby Falls For comments or advertising information contact: Todd Smith (Cell): 423-593-0179 tsmith@explorechatt.com or visit the website: www.explorechattmagazine.com Explore Chattanooga Magazine has made every effort to ensure that listings and information are accurate and assumes no liability for errors or omissions. Published by Explore Chattanooga Media POBox 21806 Chattanooga, TN37424 Copyright ©2022 All rights reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced or duplicated without the written permission of the publisher. Explore Chattanooga Magazine is published 3 times per year (Spring/Mar-May, Summer/June-Aug, Fall/Sept-Oct), with a holiday guide inDecember. For editorial inquiries email: contact@explorechatt.com

S ummer is such a great time to visit “The Scenic City”. Chattanooga has so much going on for both visitors and locals this time of year. The city is buzzing with area events and markets, Lookouts Baseball, CFC and RedWolves professional soccer, people out dining along sidewalk patios or on rooftop bars, bicyclists touring the sights, plus all the attractions, museums, shops and galleries bustling with activity. Overlooking Chattanooga, less than six miles from downtown you’ll fin majestic Lookout Mountain, home to some of the area’s most iconic attractions: Rock City, Ruby Falls, and the Incline Railway. All three attractions have seen significan invest ment and wonderful updating to keep up with a more sophisticated traveling public yet will still bring back treasured childhood memories of past family vacations. Follow the mountain south and you’ll fin scenic pull-offs along with miles of beautiful bike and hiking trails preserved by the Lula Lake Land Trust. Chattanooga is surrounded by scenic mountains and ridges, picturesque valleys, the meandering Tennessee River, and her tributaries, as well as the mountains beyond. This landscape provides hundreds of miles of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, climbing, stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, whitewater rafting and more. If you’re looking to check off an item or two on your bucket list, add hang gliding, paragliding, or skydiving to your itinerary. All within minutes of Downtown. Chattanooga is really becoming known as a great “foodie” town. The local restau rant landscape is broad with talented, creative chefs crafting amazing menus from every possible cuisine. Whether you are staying in the Downtown, Lookout Mountain, or Hamilton Place areas you are not far from a great dining experience. The Downtown area is compact, vibrant, and easily accessible. It includes several neighborhood districts such as the Northshore, Riverfront, Southside, andWest Village. All are easily accessible by foot, jumping on the free electric shuttle bus or renting a bike. You’ll fin one-of-a-kind boutiques, eclectic galleries and some fun out of the way activities. You will fin world-class attractions like the Tennessee Aquarium, The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center, and the Creative Discovery Museum. There is the relaxing Riverwalk, live music & entertainment venues, and a thriving art scene anchored by The Hunter Museum and the Bluff View Art District. Be sure and pick up our Chattanooga Area Coupon Map and Chattanooga Pad Map for special values and more detailed directions for exploring the area. Don’t forget to share your photos and experiences at our social media sites and keep up to date at explorechattmagazine.com. No matter where you start or what your interests are – there is something for you in Chattanooga. We know you will have a wonderful experience in our city and will feel the warmth and genuine Southern hospitality that our businesses and locals are known for.

Todd Smith Owner/Publisher Explore Chattanooga Media

@explorechatt @explore.chatt

Summer 2022