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Ruby Falls

1720 S Scenic Highway · Chattanooga, TN

Why you should go…

Ruby Falls is a 145-foot underground waterfall inside Lookout Mountain near Chattanooga, Tennessee, discovered in 1928 and opened to the public in 1930. Visitors descend by glass-front elevator and walk a guided cavern trail about 1,120 feet below the surface to reach the falls. The site also offers a seasonal zipline course, scenic overlooks, dining and treehouse lodging.

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General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Ruby Falls, ordered by straight-line distance.

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Chattanooga

    Free

    Official visitor site for Chattanooga, Tennessee, covering attractions, dining, hotels, and events.

    2.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Tours
    Quirky Fun

    Chattanooga Ghost Tours

    Under $25

    Guided walking ghost tours and cemetery ghost hunts through downtown Chattanooga's haunted history.

    2.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

    $25–$50

    Ride vintage steam and diesel trains through the Tennessee Valley, including the scenic Hiwassee River Loop.

    8.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Family Favorite

    Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

    $25–$50

    Heritage train excursion from downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia to McCaysville and Copperhill along the Toccoa River.

    58 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing