Temple Baptist Seminary shares the same
campus with Tennessee Temple University and Highland Park Baptist Church. It is a mile from Interstate
24, and four miles from both Interstate 75 and Chattanooga’s airport, Lovell Field.
Chattanooga is approximately 100 miles from Nashville and Knoxville, Tennessee, and
Atlanta, Georgia.
 Chattanooga,
Tennessee is located at the foot of historic Lookout Mountain and on the banks of the
Tennessee River. This scenic city has made a name for itself in the pages of history
with many Civil War battles fought in and around this area. It also made a mark in
history at Ross's Landing down on the river, where the Trail of Tears began.
Because of its historic significance, especially in the War Between
the States, and because of its natural beauty,  Chattanooga—"The
Scenic Center of the South"—has become a cultural center and popular tourist
area. It is the site of several national events, such as conventions and sporting
competitions.
The nearby Chickamauga National Military Park is the largest
national military park in the country. There are a number of historical museums and
battlefields in the metropolitan area. A number of natural attractions, TVA water
projects, riverboat cruises, national and state parks, camping, rafting, plays, and
concerts are among the popular features of the Chattanooga area.
Tennessee Temple University, the University of Tennessee at
Chattanooga, Chattanooga State Technical Community College, and Covenant College are the
other major educational institutions in the city. Temple is located near historic
Missionary Ridge. The University and the Seminary campus has approximately fifty
buildings.
Temple Baptist Seminary has the unique
privilege of being located in this beautiful city and has the opportunity to present all
that this city has to offer to its students.
Attractions
The
Tennessee Aquarium
 The Tennessee
Aquarium in Chattanooga is the world's largest freshwater aquarium. Journey through a
spectacular 60-foot canyon and two living forests, where you'll see over 9,000 animals
that swim, fly, and crawl in natural habitiats. The site of the Aquarium was chosen
here because the Tennessee River boasts the largest amount of various kinds of fresh-water
fish and creatures.
Rock
City
Rock City is a beautiful attraction high atop Lookout
Mountain. This natural wonder is a collection of rock formations and breath-taking views
formed on the side of Chattanooga's most notable landmark. (See picture above)
The
Creative Discovery Museum
The Creative Discovery Museum is one of the
many fun and exciting things to do downtown. It is part of the Aquarium and I-Max 3D
Theater complex.
 Ruby
Falls
Ruby Falls is one of Chattanooga's favorite
attractions, thrilling visitors for more than 65 years with its thundering 145-foot
natural waterfall and caverns deep inside Lookout Mountain. Entertaining guides take you
and your group on a 260-foot elevator ride to begin your fun and educational tour.
Click here for a virtual tour of our
campus and for directions.
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