Though it has a reputation as a "tourist trap", we found Rock City to be a great way to spend the morning. The 1.5 mile walk though the gardens was beautiful, and the view from Lover's Leap incredible. I enjoyed the Fairytale Gardens that I remembered visiting many years ago as a child. Highly recommended as a stop in Chattanooga.

Rock City is a self-guided walk through a rock nature area. Lots of steps, inclines, narrow passages(they have a handicapped alternative path for those with mobility issues). Lot of view points, bridges, caves, waterfalls to stop and take pictures. They have a cafe, gift shop, fudge shop, vendors selling items. You can go in and out all day. Lots of parking. We bought tickets on-line and didn't have to wait in the ticket line. The suspension bridge was great and it was fun to see the 7 States view point.

We've visited Rock City before during the day but it is even more magical at night when they have their holiday lights set up. The garden has tons of lights and they've created themed areas around the park. We spent 2.5 hours walking around and still felt like we could have stayed longer if the kids weren't starting to get tired. They also sell food so you can make an evening of it.

Interesting place. Worth a couple of hours. Went with my wife and college age daughters. We all enjoyed it and was worth two or three hours. Went during the day and then back at night to see the lights.

This “great tourist trap” IS a GREAT tourist trap! If you’ve not done “SEE ROCK CITY,” do! we had before but came specifically for the Christmas lights and were not disappointed! Great displays - very enjoyable! Very pretty! Not sure we saw seven states but was a pretty early evening and we did see a long ways!

We went early, when they opened on a cool November morning. We enjoyed all the trails, the rock formation was awesome. And because it was day time, the Xmas lights were off, but I think they could’ve been on. There were some lights on (at a few areas), but I think it would’ve been nice to have the Xmas lights on. The kids area, was just as awesome as the 5 state view area. Very neat experience.

This was my first visit to Rock City. I visited specifically to see the holiday light display. The lights were absolutely gorgeous and the Christmas music playing was divine. I especially loved the Fairyland Caverns and the Mother Goose Village. My only complaint were the hundreds of children screaming and running all over the place, some too young to appreciate what they were experiencing. They ruined the calm the lights and music would otherwise achieve. I would be willing to pay 4x the cost of my ticket if Rock City offered an adult-only night(s). Otherwise, this is a one and done. I would not return.

We have been coming here to see the Christmas lights for a few years. It is a wonderful family place to go to enjoy Christmas and get a little bit of a work out traveling the maze of rocks and tunnels. The terrain can be a little bit tricky so make sure to wear comfy flat shoes. Defiantly a place I would recommend for an annual trip.

This was a very unique place to visit. Some beautiful rocks and lookouts and quirky characters and storybook areas. The admission price was a bit steep. Overall, we enjoyed it and really appreciated that it was dog-friendly! More attractions should be!

Such a quirky and unique destination. Not really much education along the way, but it’s a great experience. My teenagers loved it. The fairy tales were so ancient that I was worried my gen z kids would not enjoy that part of it. But I was wrong. They had fun revisiting all the timeless classics of their childhood. This is definitely NOT a handicap friendly activity. So go while your body is young and able to climb, bend and twist because it’s worth it.