Where to stay in Clarksville
Courtyard Clarksville
155 Fair Brook Place, TN, 37040
The rooms at this Marriott hotel were made for those visiting the city on business. Rooms come with a desk and ergonomic chair and there are also large meeting spaces that can be hired. Start the day with a hearty breakfast and end it with a few laps of the indoor saltwater pool or in the fitness center.
Hilton Garden Inn Clarksville
290 Alfred Thun Road, TN, 37040
Ideally located just off I-24, the Hilton Garden Inn is close to Governor’s Square Mall and a short drive from Downtown. The Great American Grill serves food on-site throughout the day and when you’re not out exploring the city, there’s an indoor pool and whirlpool to unwind in.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clarksville
251 Holiday Drive, TN, 37040
Wake up feeling refreshed from a comfortable night’s sleep at the La Quinta Inn and Suites, then head straight for a dip in the hotel’s heated indoor pool before enjoying a free breakfast. It’s in a fantastic location, close to nearby Dunbar Cave State Park, McGregor Park and Cumberland Riverwalk.
Where to eat in Clarksville
Catfish House
1461 Zinc Plant Road, TN, 37040
As the name suggests, this family-run restaurant is known for its catfish dishes, served either whole, available in breaded strips or grilled with a choice of seasonings. Why not order the seafood platter and sample the catfish alongside other delights, such as crab, clams, oysters and shrimp?
Edward’s Steakhouse
107 Franklin Street, TN, 37040
Edward’s is situated opposite Roxy Regional Theatre, making it the ideal steakhouse to stop at for a bite to eat, before enjoying a show. Steaks including filet mignon, ribeye and sirloin are all on the menu and other specialties are cooked up too, including salmon, lamb chop and brisket platters.
Harbor Café
2131 Lowes Drive, TN, 37040
Hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood can be found on the menu at this restaurant, famed also for its Asian cuisine. Dishes include Hawaiian chicken, snow crab legs and Texas cowboy steak. Save room for one of the desserts, like the chocolate tower truffle cake or rustic apple tart.
What to do in Clarksville
The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
200 South 2nd Street, TN, 37040
You can’t miss this former Federal Post Office building, that dates back to the late 1800s. It’s now the second-largest general history museum in Tennessee and one of the most photographed. Admire the unique façade before heading inside to see exhibits across art, science, history and cultural diversity.
McGregor Park and Cumberland Riverwalk
640 North Riverside Drive, TN, 37040
Drive across to McGregor Park and enjoy views of the Cumberland River as you can follow the 1.5-mile walking trail along the east bank. At the south end, you’ll find a statue dedicated to Olympic athlete, Wilma Rudolph, while you can also visit the As the River Flows Museum – illustrating the river’s rich history.
Dunbar Cave State Park
401 Old Dunbar Cave Road, TN, 37043
Take a guided tour of Dunbar Cave to discover Mississippian Native American iconography at this prehistoric site. As you wander through the caves, look out for the drawings and carvings on the walls, including an anthropomorphic warrior figure that dates back as far as 1350 AD.