25 Ways to Beat the Heat Around Chattanooga
The hot summer days are in full swing in Chattanooga! With the high temperatures and rainy summer days, Chattanooga has a lot of options to stay busy! Check out our top 25 indoor things to do around town to beat the heat and stay dry!
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NOOGA Splash - Take your average day at the lake and kick it up a notch with a fun, inflatable obstacle course directly on the water! Located at Chester Frost Park, this aqua park will keep your family entertained for hours.
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SOAKYA Water Park - SOAKYA Water Park is the perfect way to stay cool while having a blast! As an extension of the well-known Lake Winnepesaukah, SOAKYA offers rides and attractions for all ages.
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Chattanooga Selfie Museum - Located in the heart of the city, the Chattanooga Selfie Museum offers a unique twist on fun. With over 25 different selfie rooms, you’re sure to get the perfect shot of you and your friends!
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Classic Arcade Pinball Museum - For a fun day indoors, the Pinball Museum offers unlimited games full of entertainment! Your admission is good for the entire day which means you can come and go as you please!
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Scenic City Clay Arts - If you’ve ever been interested in creating with clay, Scenic City Clay Arts is the perfect place to go. They offer classes for youth and adults. You can even try out a “Get Your Hands Dirty!” class which is perfect for a fun night out!
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Escape Experience - One of Chattanooga’s top escape rooms, Escape Experience Chattanooga offers a variety of rooms for some amazing indoor fun! Put your brain to the test to see if you can break out in time! They even now offer a virtual experience for you to take on the challenge from the comfort of your home.
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Valkyrie Axe Throwing - Looking for a little spice on a rainy day? Give axe throwing a try! Valkyrie Axe Throwing is a fun experience for individuals as well as groups!
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The Sweet & Savory Classroom - Expand your culinary horizons at The Sweet & Savory Classroom. A fun way to enjoy delicious handmade foods while learning how to make it at home!
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Chickamauga Dam - If you’re looking for a day of family fun, head over to the Chickamauga Dam! With a newer playground, direct access to the water, and space for outdoor activities, the Chickamauga Dam is fun and free place to go for fun for the entire family!
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The Chattery - Take a class at The Chattery! Offering a wide variety of classes and workshops, The Chattery is a great place to beat the heat and expand your talents. Learn about Hand Lettering, Air Fryer 101, Budgeting, Geocaching, buying a home, and so much more!
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Warner Park Pool - Pools are a great way to stay cool and active! Warner Park offers a pool and spray park for fun for the entire family! You can even take advantage of their swimming lessons.
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The Incline Railway - Known as one of Chattanooga’s top tourist attractions, the Incline Railway is a unique experience for everybody! Don’t forget to grab a yummy treat from Clumpies Ice Cream afterward.
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The Creative Discovery Museum - Newly renovated, the Creative Discovery Museum is always a fun time for kids and even adults. With a combination of permanent and new exhibits, you’re sure to discover something new with each visit!
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The Tennessee Aquarium - Did you think we could have a list of Chattanooga indoor fun without the aquarium? The Tennessee Aquarium is the place to experience endless adventures for the entire family!
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Painting with a Twist - For a fun date night, girls night, or friends night out, check out Painting with a Twist! Spend a night out while painting something new and fun! There are even family and kid nights available.
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Hamilton Skate Place - A staple in the Chattanooga area, Hamilton Skate Place has been open for kids and adults to enjoy a fun time of games, food, and of course… skating! There are even fun themes like 80’s Skate and Adult Night Old School Skate.
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High Point Climbing - Staying active and cool doesn’t have to be hard! High Point Climbing and Fitness is great for beginner and experienced climbers including adults and children.
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DEFY - For an easy way to burn some energy, DEFY is a unique jump experience perfect for the family! Enjoy the refreshing A/C while you jump and take on the fun obstacles.
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Raccoon Mountain Caverns - Looking for nature and cooler temperatures? Raccoon Mountain Caverns is a naturally cool cave with a walking tour and a wild cave experience for those needing a bit more adventure this summer!
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Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery - If you’re looking for a kid free zone, how about a whiskey tour at the Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery. Explore the past, present, and future of whiskey and learn about how this distillery is the only of its kind.
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The Coker Museum - With over 100 vintage cars, motorcycles, trucks, buses, and even 3 airplanes hanging overhead, there is something for everyone at The Coker Museum.
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Naughty Cat Cafe- Looking to have a more relaxed day out? The Naughty Cat Cafe is a unique way to spend the day out. Spend the day in a nice A/C filled space hanging out and playing with 30 adoptable cats.
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Splitz Alley - Bowling, food, billiards, arcade games, ball blasting, laser tag, and more! Stay cool and never bored at Splitz Alley.
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IMAX Theater - Take a movie experience to the next level! The IMAX Theater is a cool 3D experience with options of movies that allow you to travel the world from the comfort of your chair or jump into a box office hit.
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Dave & Busters - For a great place to eat, drink, and play, head over to Dave & Busters! With games ranging from traditional arcade to new virtual reality, kids and adults of all ages will have a blast!