Hours of Operation: 8:30am - 6:00 pm
Atop Lookout Mountain

Plan Your Day

Located atop Lookout Mountain in Georgia just six miles from downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee, Rock City Gardens is an enchanted 4,100-foot walking trail showcasing soaring rock formations, caves, and lush gardens. Nearly a half million people from all over the world visit this natural attraction each year.

Visit us during any season and you'll be amazed at the natural wonders of Rock City. Throughout the year, Rock City hosts several special events, enhancing the beauty and creating an atmosphere you can visit over and over again!

HOURS OF OPERATION: 2023

(Rock City is located in the Eastern Time Zone)

January 1, 2023 8:30am – 3:45pm, daytime
4:30pm – 10:00pm, Enchanted Garden of Lights
January 2 – March 10,  2023 8:30am – 5:00pm
March 11 – May 25, 2023 8:30am – 6:00pm
May 26 – August 13, 2023 8:30am – 8:00pm
August 14 – September 4, 2023 8:30am – 7:00pm
September 5 – October 29, 2023 8:30am – 6:00pm
October 30 – November 16, 2023 8:30am – 5:00pm
November 17 – December 31, 2023
Rock City’s regular daytime tour is closed December 25
8:30am – 3:45pm (last admission time).
Enchanted Garden of Lights, November 17 ‐ December 31, 2023
The Enchanted Garden of Lights is closed December 24
Entry Times: T.B.D.
– Park closes two hours after last entry time. 

TICKET INFORMATION

Rock City offers a variety of admission options based on the date and time of day you wish to visit. Use the Ticket Details button to view the calendar and see available ticket options for your anticipated visit date.

Ticket Details


ANNUAL PASS

For less than the cost of 2 one-day admissions to Rock City Gardens, you could purchase an annual pass and come back all year – for free! Your Rock City Annual Pass also includes discounts on food and retail purchases, discounted or free admission to some of our Special Events and Blowing Springs Farm, and more! Full list of Special Offers/Discounts for Annual Passholders.

Annual Pass Ultimate VIP Annual Pass
Pricing if purchasing 1 – 3 Passes
Adult Pass  $53.00 $68.00
Child Pass (ages 3-12) $33.00 $43.00
Pricing if purchasing 4+ Passes
Adult Pass $48.00 $63.00
Child Pass (ages 3-12) $30.00 $40.00

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RECOMMENDED LODGING

Need Lodging while you are in town to See Rock City? Consider RiverView Inn just a few miles down the road conveniently located near Ruby Falls and minutes from downtown Chattanooga. With breathtaking panoramic views and rocking chair porches, your stay at RiverView Inn will give you time to relax, unwind and connect with nature.

For booking information, visit www.stayatriverviewinn.com.

 

Chanticleer Inn Bed & Breakfast is conveniently located across the street from Rock City and the popular event facility, Grandview. The bed-and-breakfast is a prime location for the hundreds of thousands of annual out-of-town visitors to Rock City Gardens.

For booking information, visit www.stayatchanticleer.com.