Chattanooga Things to Do

Lookout Mountain Battlefield is worth visiting for the history, as well as the stunning views. Admission to the park is only $3.00 and parking is readily available. If you appreciate Victorian architecture, you might want to park at a meter on the street and stroll through the gorgeous neighborhood leading up to the park.

Vaudeville Cafe offers an Italian buffet dinner and a comedy sketch while you eat. Not only do they perform a play during your dinner, but they involve you. The characters come around and talk with you and also sometimes pull you up on stage. They were so much fun and are very nice. All of the server kept the glasses full and never left a dirty plate anywhere. It was a really great experience.

My husband and I attended the office party and loved the play! The food was average, but the entertainment made up for it in a big way! They pulled my husband up on stage and I almost died! Hysterical and memorable. I am going back with some friends when they come into town and can't wait to see what the next show will be like.

Erected in 1890, this old bridge once carried horse drawn carriages and wagons across the Tennessee River, later came cars and trucks, and today it is one of America's longest pedestrian bridges. It connects Downtown with North Chattanooga and the arts district. and also the riverfront parks on both shores. A dramatic underground passsageway to the river connects by a ramp to the bridge, and marks one beginning of the infamous Trail of Tears, a landmark of Cherokee history. The bridge and 12 miles of connecting walkways offer a wonderful place for families, outdoor lovers, and others to enjoy either a brisk walk or a leisurely stroll.

Coolidge Riverside Park, named for Charles Coolidge, recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor during World War II, is a delightful setting for either rest or recreation. There are beautifully landscaped grounds, walkways, and a magnificent fountain that my grandchildren absolutely LOVE to play in on a hot summer day. You will also find restrooms, concessions and a carousel. The park is especially popular with young families - as well as young lovers.

One of the favorite stops in Chattanooga for my grandchildren, Nicholas and Alexandria, is the magnificent old completely restored carousel at Coolidge Riverside Park. Rides are only $.25, and the lines are usually short. Grownups may enjoy the merry-go-round too.

Those who enjoy outdoor sculptures will love the First Street Sculpture Garden, Chattanooga's 21st Century Waterfront Public Art Program. There are several sculptures - each one of the unique. Plaques give pertinent details, such as the name of the piece, the artist, year completed, and medium of construction. They are fun to see, even for someone like me who has a limited knowledge of sculpture.

Loca Luna, could be a shopping tip or a must-see! I place it under must see just because its the kind of shop you might never buy anything in but its so fun to go, you just have to see it! Its sexy, its hip, its near Frazier Avenue also!

What are you looking for or looking to be shocked by? Chains, whips, black leather corsets-some for men, some for women? Fetishists are welcome, but you don´t have to be one to enjoy! Don´t be ashame go inside! The atmosphere is good, the lights are not stark bright, they are soft, kinda dim. They have all kinds of speciality clothings, masks, "toys" from close by like Atlanta, and even from Amsterdam. They specialize in "toys" also. I don´t have to tell you which kind, do I? ;-)

Loca Luna opened in May, and of course in, let´s say politely, the "conservative" South many lobby against him: "Dont want this kind of thing here" "Will corrupt our children". I didn´t see any children going in the shop, but rather adult people, normal looking people, everyday working people. People who are natural in that they do not suppress or repress their interests or needs, but accept them as natural based desires. But its not a "sex shop". It is definitely not a "porn shop". Its a place to buy things for your fantasies or ideas, or play with those you want to play with, or funny, sexy gifts for intimate and personal acquaintances, or yourself ;-)

They also have some events like this one coming up on 20 November. Check the website´s calendar to know when future events are taking place. Wow I bet they had a great time on Halloween!


2004-11-20 - NOVEMBER 20TH
LOCA LUNA FETISH BALL PT II,BAD MOON RISING!

Doors open at 8pm, Live performances,Piercing Parlor ,Fashion show,Sl@ve auction,Door prizes,Gourmet food ,DJ & dancing. B.Y.O.B We will be collecting canned food & Donations for the community kitchen so bring some!! Tickets on sale at Loca Luna and other locations to be annouced !!

If you like beer, you will love the Southern Brewers Festival. Two whole blocks near the riverfront are transformed into a huge tent, rather like a German beerhalle. Pay your $15 to get in and taste all you want, $10 for non-drinkers, children under 12 free.

As many as 40 brewers from around the world sign up! Of course, you need food with all the beer just like before with the wine, so all of the good eats from the area can be bought here as well. This year it was on August 28, 2004, next year...who knows, check the website for details :-)

It´s a great event making a weekend or day trip because the entire area of this part of downtown is very popular, with lots of other restaurants, activities, bars and pubs to go to. A range of hotels choices are nearby so you can have a few drinks or beers without having to drive, never a good idea.