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Every Sunday from the week after Easter to the week before Christmas, Chattanooga has its own outdoor market where lots of local farmers, artists, craftsman, and others all get together to sell their products and works of art. It is an excellent way to spend an hour or two on a Sunday afternoon, especially when the weather is nice. There is a large variety of paintings, photographs, sculptures, blown glass, woodwork, carved stone, etc. They sell flowers, herbs, homemade bread, produce, and other plants. There is even a guy who sells doormats made from used rubber tires, a great way to recycle them. I absolutely love this place, and from now on I intend to buy lots of gifts for birthdays and christmas from the artists here, as well as a few things for myself. The market lasts from noon til 5. There occasionally is live music. Leave a Comment Phone: (423) 266-9270Directions: Takes place as First Tennessee Pavilion (formerly Cricket Pavilion), which is on Carter Street in the Southside, across from Finley Stadium.Website: http://www.chattanoogamarket.com Other Contact: chattanoogamarket@earthlink.net
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Chattanooga is blessed with several great local coffee houses that are each unique and not found anywhere else in the world. I'm not saying that this is only found in Chattanooga, I know that lots of cities have very good local coffee houses as well, but when visiting Chattanooga, please be sure to visit these rather than the big chains like Starbucks and Panera that you can go to at home or anywhere else in the country. I promise that any coffee lovers won't be disappointed.
I have already given the Mudpie its own restaurant tip so I won't describe it further here. The Stone Cup Roasting Company, also located near Coolidge Park at 224 Frazier Ave. has been voted best in the city several times by local publications. I recently went here for the first time and ordered the turtle mocha, which is excellent! Probably the most famous of the local houses is Greyfriar's, located beside Sticky Fingers at 406 Broad St. They have a large selection of both coffee and tea drinks and everything is excellent. They roast their own coffee beans and ship everywhere; can be found at www.rarecoffee.com. I believe that Greyfriar's also offers free WiFi access in their store, but am not totally certain.
Another nice one is Chattz Coffee located at 1010 Market St. in the Central Business District. The Art District has its own famous coffee shop, Rembrandt's, which has a large selection of pastries and other desserts along with lots of coffee. It's located at 204 High St. Lastly, there is another fairly new coffee shop called the Perky Parana, located at the corner of Chestnut and 2nd Streets. They have various coffee drinks and ice cream. I have only been here once because I didn't care for it too much, it almost seems like a chain store. This could very well be true, but I do not know of any others, so if anyone knows that this is a chain, please tell me. Leave a Comment
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 St. John's Building by soundsgoodtome
One great example of Cornerstone's accomplishments is the St. John's Hotel. This four story building was built in 1915 and was designed by the famous Chattanooga architect Rubin Harrison Hunt. It is one of the few remaining buildings in Chattanooga with a triangular floor plan due to the city having two different street grids, which caused many of the streets to intersect at about 40 degree angles. It is located on the 1200 block of Market Street at the King Street intersection. Today the St. John's building consists of loft-style apartments on the top floors, with retail space on the ground floor. Its primary tenant is the St. John's Restaurant, one of Chattanooga's finest. I have not been there, but I have heard it is excellent! It was given a great review in the Chattanooga article in the travel section of the New York Times. However, it is pretty expensive and I would bet they require reservations and a dress code. I have heard that the typical cost is about $50 per person. If you are looking for a great, classy dinner, this is definitely a top choice in Chattanooga. Leave a Comment Address: 1278 Market StreetPhone: Restaurant - (423) 266-4400Directions: Most of the food is grown locally and served while it is in season to ensure the highest of quality and freshness. This also means that the menu changes often.Website: http://www.stjohnsrestaurant.com/generalinformation.htm Other Contact: http://www.cornerstonesinc.org
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 sunset on the bridge by soundsgoodtomeLeave a Comment
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It is a cave that was hand made back in the 1800's. You take an elevator about 2500 ft down and take the tour of different areas of the cave takes about 2hrs and at the end of the tour you end up in the gift shop with a lookout of the mountains. Very nice. Leave a Comment Address: Chattanooga
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 the beautiful mynah by soundsgoodtomeLeave a Comment Address: provided on my other zoo tip
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 Tennessee Aquarium by MatthewMetcalfe
There are a couple of large tanks in here as well as a great swamp exhibit. On the bottom level is an excellent exhibit on Sea Horses that should not be missed! Check out the Sea Dragons while you are there!
The Aquarium recently opened it's new Salt Water Aquarium (on the right in the picture) so there is even more to see. Leave a Comment Address: 1 Broad StreetPhone: 800-262-0695Directions: In the Downtown tourist district. There are signs to help get you there.Website: www.tnaqua.org
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 Ruby Falls by TravelstephLeave a Comment Address: 1720 South Scenic Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37409Phone: 423-821-2544Directions: Near interstates I-24, I-75, & I-59. From I-24 take Exit #174 (2.1 miles) or Exit #178 (3.0 miles.) From downtown Chattanooga, take Broad Street (4.0 miles)Website: www.rubyfalls.com Other Contact: info1@rubyfalls.com
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 Crane Car in Action by MatthewMetcalfe
Occassionally they offer a day out with Thomas which is great for the children (although a little crowded for the adults!) There are also leaf watching tours that I think would be a great fall getaway.
If you like trains and their history, then this is a place you must see when in Chattanooga. Leave a Comment Address: 4119 Cromwell RdPhone: 423-894-8028Directions: Take I-75 to Exit 4 (153) and head towards the Airport. Take the Jersey Pike Exit and follow the signs.Website: www.tvrail.com
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front of duck by soundsgoodtome
Maclellan Island is a nature preserve owned by the Audubon Society where wildlife is plentiful and often seen on these tours. The duck tour also provides great views of the Bluff View and Hunter Museum, Coolidge Park, the Aquarium, and some of the surrounding mountains. The captain also gives any kids on board the chance to steer the boat. Great tour for families!
Regular adult admission is $12
seniors - $10
children - $8
Call for reservations.
See my travelogue for more photos and info. Leave a Comment Phone: 423-756-3825Directions: Corner of Broad and 5th Street. Free parking for customers is in the back, enter on Chestnut Street.Website: www.chattanoogaducks.com
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