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Guide to tours in Chattanooga

Explore the Scenic City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.

NOOGAtoday | Duckboat

Take a tour on land and water in one of the iconic duck boats.

Photo by Chattanooga Ducks via Chattanooga Tourism Co.

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Whether you’re a lifelong Chattanoogan longing to embrace your inner tourist, or you have a limited amount of time in the Scenic City, here are 15 tours guaranteed to show you the sights you want to see.

Note: Price estimates are based on individual adult rates available at the time of publishing. Check each company’s website to see current pricing.

Top tours

Chattanooga Trolley Tour | $22-$54 per person
Discover the sights of historic Chattanooga on a leisurely ride or walking tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Chattanooga Segway Tours | $69-$75 per person
Travel through Chattanooga’s Downtown + NorthShore via Segway to learn about the history of the area and see its landmarks.

Chattanooga Helicopters | $55-$328 per person
Explore the Scenic City from the sky over areas like downtown, the Tennessee River, Lookout Mountain, and more.

Chattanooga Ducks | $35 per person
See the Scenic City from land and the Tennessee River on a narrated tour aboard an authentic WWII duck boat.

Eat and drink

Chatt Taste | $60-$130 per person
Try out local restaurants while learning about the history of the neighborhoods they’re in, including Downtown, Southside + MLK Boulevard. Bonus: This food tour company was recently named one of the Top 10 Food Tours in the country by USA Today readers.

Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery | $18 per person
Head to Market Street to learn how this distillery made history + see the production of its small-batch line and barrel room before heading up to sample a flight at the bar — this tour is 21+ only and you must show a valid ID.

Gate 11 Distillery | $24 per person
Stop in to Chattanooga’s other distillery known for creating spirits like rum, gin, vodka + absinthe — tickets get you a tasting flight at the end.

Trolley Pub | $24-$299
Book out the whole trolley for you and your group or hop on with others for a sip-and-ride journey around to Chattanooga’s best pubs.

NOOGAtoday | Southern Belle Riverboat

Cruise along the Tennesee River on the Southern Belle.

Photo by Southern Belle Riverboat via Chattanooga Tourism Co.

All in on history

Southern Belle Riverboat | $35 per person
Sit back and relax on the “Sights” cruise while learning about the history of the area + the riverboat.

Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park | Prices vary depending on tour/special offerings
Take a guided tour with rangers + historical experts or self-guided tours through the park.

NOOGAtoday | Outshine Adventures

See these gorgeous views from the Tennessee River with Outshine Adventures.

Get outdoors

Experience Chattanooga | $100-$175 per person
Choose between guided hiking tours of various difficulties through the area’s most scenic views. Bonus: Contact the company directly for a fully-customized experience tailored to your needs.

Adventure Sports Innovation | $30-$349 per person
Take a scooter or electric bike tour of downtown or the “Chattascooter Art Tour” to check out local murals, sculptures, and memorials. Looking for more adventure? Hit the trails on the “Swincar Backcountry” tour.

Chattanooga Guided Tours | $75-$119 per person
Choose from a variety of biking + kayaking tours to see scenic views and learn the history of the area.

NOOGA | Ghost tour

Learn about Chattanooga’s haunting history all year long.

Photo provided by ChattaBOOga Ghost Walk

Get ghosted

Chattanooga Ghost Tours | $20-$30 per person
Take an award-winning walking ghost tour through some of Chattanooga’s most haunted places. Bonus: You can add ghost hunting to the itinerary if you’re feeling brave.

ChattaBOOga Ghost Walk | $19-$25 per person
Hear scary stories of Chattanooga’s haunted past on a kid + pet-friendly walking tour or try the “Ghost & Booze” tour to learn about some of the city’s famously haunted pubs for a more adult experience.

What did we miss? If you know a tour that’s not on the list, guide us in the right direction.

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