Friends have invited you to Calliope, a modern Levantine restaurant, and, like many, you could not identify the Levant on a map, much less know what to order off the menu. Congratulations! Your world is about to get a lot bigger. Together, Chef Khaled Albanna, alongside his business partner and

About six miles from downtown Chattanooga, a road seems to wind around and up to reach the sky. Whether it is your first visit or an annual outing, the anticipation builds around every turn until you spot a tiny man in a red cap, whose welcoming smile announces your destination. Stepping through the

Chattanooga must have been crafted as a gift to the great state of Tennessee, as few places so dramatically showcase the wonders of nature. Just a stone's throw from downtown, rugged cliffs stretch across the skyline, mountain streams flow to stunning waterfalls, and the meandering river sustains a

An adventurous chemist and his true love stumbled upon prehistoric caverns more than 1,000 feet below the surface of Lookout Mountain. Their shared passion for each other and for this hidden underworld inspired the creation of a remarkable destination—one that has grown to become one of the

Telling the Story of a Nation, One Work of Art at a Time

While art is a universal language, art museums are where that language becomes a conversation—cultural sanctuaries where history, creativity, and human expression converge. The Hunter Museum of American Art is a cultural treasure in the

It is impossible to separate Chattanooga’s art from its culture, for time has irreversibly entwined the two. Some consider art to be a form of communication. By that definition, Chattanooga speaks volumes, and the conversation celebrates the vision and vitality of a city awash with creativity. Much

Good Taste is Everywhere in Chattanooga

No matter where you venture—be it restaurants, bars, bakeries, sweet shops, breweries, or distilleries—you’re greeted with culinary experiences of a town with unlimited flavors. From simple and sweet to unimaginably creative and sublime, the city’s restaurants

Surely Chattanooga was created as a gift to Tennessee, for there are few places where the wonders of nature are more breathtakingly displayed. Within easy sight of downtown, rocky crags reach out across the skyline, mountain streams lead to breathtaking waterfalls, and the rolling river nourishes an

From live music and art installations to sporting events and holiday celebrations, each season ushers in a new batch of local events.

Here's what to expect in 2024.

Spring

Spring Break Safari

March - April

During Spring Break, Chattanooga transforms into a place where kids rule, and adventure is

With over 105 permanent outdoor artworks, Chattanooga has the most public art in the Southeast that you will love to explore. Kat Wright, City of Chattanooga’s Public Art Director invites you to take in these notable downtown public art projects. Be on the lookout for more downtown Public Art