Things to do in Chattanooga, Tennessee (TN): The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

We are Chattanoogas oldest carriage company. We have been operating since 1986. We strive to give the best experience you can have. Our drivers are professional, licensed, and fully insured. All carriages drivers have their own dogs they bring. We have 2 locations... TN Aquarium and the Terminal Brewhouse. We provide regular tours as well as services for weddings, special events, funerals. Our drivers can tell you anything you need to know about Chattanooga.

Inclusions: Private carriage tours and special reservations

Exclusions: Dinner

We will help you learn to paddle your watercraft and talk about city history, geology, river ecology, etc. . . . and show you the secrets of the scenic city - there is a neat cave we can explore that many locals don't even know about.

Inclusions: a local Chattanooga delicacy, A stable sit-on-top kayak, a kayak paddle and a personal flotation device; or a stand up paddle board, a SUP paddle, and a personal flotation device, Basic information on how to paddle a kayak or SUP. , Your guide will talk about river ecology, city history, and geology.

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This electric bike tour is the best way to experience the highlights of the Scenic City. The Specialized Como electric cruiser bikes are comfortable and powerful allowing you to get around with minimal effort. Your guide will inform you about Chattanooga's history, the ecological wonders of the Tennessee River, and help bring to life sights that most people just wander past. We also stop for a snack, because who doesn't love snacks. All trips are private tours and are customized to your riding pace and the topics you are most interested in.

Inclusions: a local Chattanooga delicacy, Use of bicycle, Helmet

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TOUR CHECK IN IS 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START TIME OF THE TOUR. This 90-Minute Segway Tour will cover the North Shore, Coolidge Park, Renaissance Park and the beautiful Chattanooga riverfront where you will see exciting sites that make Chattanooga unique. There is a lot to see in town and a lot to learn while you are here, but more importantly there is so much fun to be had!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks

TOUR CHECK-IN IS 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF THE TOUR. This Segway Tour will cover Historic Downtown Chattanooga where you will see exciting sites that make Chattanooga unique.  You will see places like the Dome building, Tivoli Theater, Ross's Landing, Miller Plaza, Warehouse Row, Urban Stack, The Chattanooga Choo-Choo, and the Tennessee Aquarium.  There is a lot to see in town and a lot to learn while you are here, but more importantly there is so much fun to be had!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks

On this four-hour walking tour, you'll visit four different Chattanooga breweries and go behind the scenes to meet the brewmasters and learn the art and science behind their craft. Then a guided tasting at each location will give you the opportunity to sample the breweries' signature beers and seasonal selections. You'll also have time to order a pint or a bite to eat at each location before we move to the next brewery. And as you walk from one brewery to the next, you'll hear about the fascinating history of Chattanooga and its landmarks. Your guide is a 40-year resident of Chattanooga and the co-founder of ChattaBrew Tour, a bus tour of the city's breweries. She has traveled to more than 100 countries on all seven continents, tasting beers at every stop along the way. Her co-host has been part of Chattanooga's beer scene for nearly 20 years. A devout beer lover, he spends his free time touring breweries across the country and learning more about the art and science of brewing beer.

Inclusions: A guided tasting at each brewery will give you the opportunity to sample the breweries' signature beers and seasonal selections., Bottled water

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Discover the Ghosts and History of Chattanooga. Chattanooga has seen, fires, floods, disease and war in our bloody past and left a city full of ghosts. Meet your spirit guide at the corner of 700 Cherry St and discover the dark history of Chattanooga's haunted past along the way. Be sure to bring a camera for the chance to grab some spirits on film. *Visit the former sight of blacksmith shop where they never stopped working *Walk the place of prehistoric man eaters and try not to get eaten *See the mass grave site where dozens of lost souls still roam *Uncover the lost "DEATH HOLE" of Chattanooga and the lingering spirits. *And many more chilling tales along the way. Family and pet friendly. Masks are optional. The tour operates rain or shine. Bring an umbrella if rain is in the forecast.

Inclusions: Free Street Parking - Parking meters are Free after 6pm nightly

Exclusions: Tips for tour guide

This brand new 1.5 to 2 hour route offers more scenic stops, less walking, often an extra inside stop, and even restrooms. See and hear about some of Chattanooga's most haunted and historical locations on this ghost tour. See and hear about some of Chattanooga's most haunted and historical locations. Tremble with fear with the stories of lurking spirits in downtown Chattanooga by your local and professional guide.  Minimum group size is 2 people to explore this spine tingling tour. During Covid crisis, children under 13 not allowed. (Some exceptions on a case by case basis for children able to follow social distancing- call to discuss.)

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Learn about Chattanooga’s rich architectural and Civil War history on Chattanooga's only guided walking tour! The tour is led by by local author/historian, J.D. Harper. J D will take you through the heart of downtown Chattanooga, passing by the Tennessee River Walk, Ross’s Landing, Tennessee Aquarium, The Historic Read House Hotel, The Tivoli Theatre and more. Along the way, J.D. will share fascinating details about America’s Scenic City and her captivating book, Glint. Not your typical time traveling treasure hunt, Glint is an action adventure novel set in and around Chattanooga amid its rich Civil War history and rock climbing culture. The novel follows a 16-year-old rock climbing enthusiast and his two best friends as the trio hatch a get rich quick scheme: uncover buried treasure, after discovering a way to time travel back to Civil War era Chattanooga, circa 1863. With hints of history, mystery and romance, this tale of friendship will take you on the journey of a lifetime.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Gratuities for the Tour Guide