Anyone staying in a Mentone Inn should consider taking a day trip to Chattanooga, as this is a very exciting and enjoyable place to spend some time. Chattanooga has a number of interesting tourist attractions that are certainly worth checking out, and by researching these ahead of schedule you will be able to make concrete plans that you can stick to. Chattanooga is an area of outstanding natural beauty and is well worth a day trip.
Bessie Smith Cultural Center
200 E ML King Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37401
(423) 266-8658
www.bessiesmithcc.org
This is a well known African-American Museum which is frequently visited by tourists, school children and locals. People from all over the world will visit this interesting and quaint museum to learn more about African-American history and how it changed the face of America as we know it.
Blue Moon Cruises
301 Riverfront Parkway
Chattanooga, TN 37402
(888) 993-2583
www.bluemooncruises.org
This is a wonderful river cruise which will help you to uncover natural wonders and beautiful historical sights. The boat is a 70-foot luxury craft where you can relax and enjoy the sights in complete comfort. The crew are caring and humorous, which makes the cruise even more enjoyable.
Chattanooga Choo Choo
1400 Market Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402
(423) 266-5000
www.choochoo.com
This is a very well known train which is also a hotel. It's a popular and well known landmark. Choo Choo is a historical and fun place to visit. Kids and adults alike will really enjoy a visit to Choo Choo.
Chattanooga Ducks
503 Market
Chattanooga, TN 37402
(423) 756-3825
www.chattanoogaducks.com
This is a very exciting ride which is great with children and adults. You take a ride on WWII amphibious vehicles. These are the authentic vehicles which were built and used in the D-Day invasion at Normandy.
Dragon Dreams Museum and Gift Shop
6722 E Brainerd Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 892-2384
www.dragonvet.com
This is an interesting museum which is home to different dragons which have been collected since 1975. This is a bizarre and unique museum which is really interesting. There are thousands of dragons separated into eight different rooms. New dragons are added regularly and there are also plenty of gifts in the gift store, so you will be able to buy your very own dragon to take home.
Falcon Rest Victorian Mansion
2645 Faulkner Springs Road
McMinnville, TN 37110
(931) 668-4444
www.falconrest.com
This is a Victorian mansion which makes history come to life. The mansion itself was built in 1896 and was the home of Clay Faulkner, the manufacturer of Gorilla Pants. This was a very luxurious home in its day, which had indoor plumbing and electrical lighting.
George Dickel Distillery
1950 Cascade Hollow Rd.
Tullahoma, TN 37388
(931) 857-3124
www.georgedickel.com
Anyone who enjoys a tipple should certainly check out the George Dickel Distillery. It runs tours all year round and more information can be found on the website. It's important to note that this distillery is on the CST time zone.
Holiday Bowl
5518 Brainerd Road
Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 899-2695
This is a popular family vacation destination and it features 40 bowling lanes which are capable of keeping scores automatically. There are also bumpers which can be fitted to all of the lanes. Electric games rooms are also very popular and there is a snack bar serving pizza and burgers.
When visiting Chattanooga you will find the Mentone Bed and Breakfasts are some of the most convenient places to stay.