Chattanooga travel guide
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You're Going to Love Chattanooga
With a population of 167 674, Chattanooga is a must-see destination in Tennessee, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Chattanooga to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Chattanooga
If you’re looking for affordable options, St. John's Restaurant (1278 Market St.) and J. Alexander's - Chattanooga (2215 Hamilton Place Blvd) are great picks.
When to visit Chattanooga
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Chattanooga in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -1 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 127 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Chattanooga, with an average rainfall of 84 mm.
How to Get to Chattanooga
Plane
When flying to Chattanooga, you’ll arrive at Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA), which is located 10 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Chattanooga from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 4h 56m.
Car
Another option to get to Chattanooga is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 166 km from Chattanooga. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Thrifty, among others, in Atlanta.
Bus
Wanda Coach operates bus routes to Chattanooga. The most popular bus station is Chattanooga Bus Station, located 1.0 km from downtown Chattanooga. Chattanooga Bus Service is also a commonly used station, and is 10 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Chattanooga
Where to stay in Chattanooga
From 5-star hotels such as the The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection to great affordable options like the Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place, Chattanooga offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 285 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 485 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include MainStay Suites Chattanooga Hamilton Place and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga-Hamilton Place.
Where to stay in popular areas of Chattanooga
Most booked hotels in Chattanooga
Renting a car in Chattanooga
Renting a car in Chattanooga costs C$ 63 per day, on average. Avis, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Chattanooga is the Budget branch at 1001 Airport Road, which is 10 km from the downtown.
Expect to pay C$ 1.41 per litre in Chattanooga (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 16.90 and C$ 22.53.