Up the rampway and through the double-door entrance flanked by a psychedelic, Salvador Dali-esque mural sits the home of the most colorful and dizzying array of bikes in the Scenic City. Named after a famous Tennessee landmark known for outdoor adventure, this friendly neighborhood bike shop carries such great handmade bikes as Martini & Steel and Marin as well as familiar household names such as Schwinn. This engaging establishment has everything from road and mountain bikes to BMXs and cruisers, along with accessories to fit every budget.
A sophisticated store for sophisticated tastes, this is one of the anchor stores inside Hamilton Mall, and one of the most popular anywhere. This department store offers something for every member of the family. luxurious cosmetics and perfumes; upscale clothing from famous names like Ralph Lauren and Donna Karan; footwear from Cole Hann. Gift and housewares departments offer exquisite china, imported crystal, sterling silver, copper cookware and fine linens.
Established in 1961, the family-owned bakery stands out for its heavenly cakes and desserts. From cupcakes and donuts to pies, the bakery has pretty much everything to satiate your sweet tooth. Don't forget to try their signature Thumbprint cookies.
While the masses cram into the parking lots of Hamilton Place Mall, shoppers looking for a less frenzied experience drive a few miles north of the river to this shopping mainstay. For over three decades Northgate has been the mall of choice for residents of Hixson, Riverview and downtown Chattanooga. Over 80 stores and 10 eateries make it a great place to shop and dine. You'll find well-known department stores as well as specialty shops. To make your visit to the mall an even more educational and patriotic one, pay a visit to the Medal of Honor Museum.