Car Rental - Clarksville

 

Rent a car in Clarksville, Tennessee to explore this historic city that sits on the banks of the Cumberland River. Known for its quaint Riverwalk and the expansive Dunbar Cave State Park, Clarksville is a thriving modern destination, found close to Kentucky state line.

Choose car rental in Clarksville and enjoy easy access to the city and wider Montgomery County, alongside other destinations across the Volunteer State. The state capital and spiritual home of country music, Nashville, is only an hour’s drive away and Franklin is less than 90 minutes from the city center.

There’s a wide range of Clarksville rental cars to select from in our range when you reserve online with us. If you’re in the city on business, you can rent one of our stylish sedans and luxury vehicles. On vacation with the family? We have more comfortable and spacious hatchbacks and SUVs.

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Clarksville Locations

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A Quick Guide to Clarksville

Custom House Museum

The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center

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

McGregor Park and Cumberland Riverwalk

Drive your Clarksville rental car 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

Dunbar Cave State Park

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.

Courtyard by Marriott Clarksville

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. There’s also free public parking for your Clarksville business rental car.

Hilton Garden Inn Clarksville

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

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, Cumberland Riverwalk and our Clarksville car rental lot

Catfish House

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

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

Take your Clarksville rental car 15 minutes east and you’ll find Harbor Café. 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.

Driving In and Around Clarksville

  • Cumberland Plaza Garage (37040) contains over 100 spaces for your Clarksville rental car and is situated close to the shops, restaurants and attractions in Downtown Clarksville.
  • Liberty Park (37040) has a parking lot for visitors, located at the park. Park your Clarksville car rental and take in view of the Cumberland River and the Clarksville Marina.
  • 701 – 799 Marion Street Parking (37040) has parking spaces available right next to Austin Peay State University. It can be a busy area, so be sure to check available times before parking your Clarksville rental car.
  • Interstate 24 (I-24) runs through the northeast edge of the city, traveling north across the Kentucky state line and south through Nashville, onto Chattanooga.
  • US Route 79 (US-79) arrives in the east of the city from Kentucky and travels across to the southwest, continuing into Memphis.
  • State Route 374 (SR-374) travels through the center of the city, then joins US-79.

How to Get From Clarksville to Liberty Park And Clarksville Marina

It takes 15 minutes to drive the seven miles from Wilma Rudolph Boulevard to Liberty Park and Clarksville Marina.

  1. Leave our Clarksville rental car lot and turn right onto Wilma Rudolph Boulevard.
  2. Stay on this road and just after you cross Red River, turn right on to Kraft Street.
  3. Keep following this road as it becomes US-41 Alt Bypass and you’ll be driving alongside the Cumberland River.
  4. Turn right onto Cumberland Drive and the park and Clarksville Marina will be on your right.

 

How to Get From Clarksville to Nashville

Nashville is just a one-hour drive from Clarksville. Join I-24 East in the east of the city and this will take you all the way to the state capital.