Clarksville Travel Guide

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The Roxy Regional Theatre

The Roxy Regional Theatre, Clarksville

 TravellerMel Says:  A lovely little theatre with wonderful live performances. The shows I've seen here have been first rate, even though on a tiny stage in an intimate setting. "Of Mice and Men" was wonderfully poignant, and the recent "Forever Plaid" made creative use of their space while... 

See it on stage

See it on stage, Clarksville

 ocicat Says:  Located in a historic movie theater (build in 1913), the Roxy stages plays from modern to Shakespearean. There are almost continuous productions. 

Customs House Museum & Cultural Center

Customs House Museum & Cultural Center, Clarksville

 ocicat Says:  Built in 1898, the building was formerly the customs house and post office. The architecture of the building is wonderful. They say it's one of the most photographed buildings in TN. There are many hands on exhibits for the kids, and an 1846 log cabin that has been... 

Hotels  

Value Place Clarksville Kennedy

 2 Reviews and 11 Opinions  Best Value in town! I called around and there rates beat all other hotels. There rooms are clean and... 

Parkside Inn and Suites Clarksville

 1 Review and 17 Opinions  Was a horrible stay. I stayed in June and was rented a room that blew hot air. I told the desk clerk... 

Restaurants  

The Front Page: CLOSED - The Front Page for Pre-Theatre Eats

The Front Page: CLOSED - The Front Page for Pre-Theatre Eats, Clarksville

 TravellerMel Says:  8/11/12 - well, we went to see a play at the Roxy and planned to eat at the Front Page, but it is completely emptied and has a "For Lease" sign out front. Add it to to the list of "Ain't Dere No More..."This is a nice, casual place to grab a bite before crossing the street... 

The Black Horse Brewery: Local micro brewery and pizza

The Black Horse Brewery: Local micro brewery and pizza, Clarksville

 ocicat Says:  Clarksville's micro brewery. Great pizzas and pretty good entrees. Drawback is slow service...the management needs to hire more servers! A "create your own pizza" with garlic crust. 

Little Saigon: Vietnamese Soup Fix

Little Saigon: Vietnamese Soup Fix, Clarksville

 ocicat Says:  A little "hole in the wall" restaurant. Don't let the outside keep you from going in.Hours: Monday to Saturday 10 am to 8 pm. Pho Tai - Beef noodle soup. A huge bowl that only the biggest appetites can finish! It's wonderful! 

Blackhorse Pub: Mmmmm...pizza and beer

Blackhorse Pub: Mmmmm...pizza and beer, Clarksville

 jinkoe Says:  The Blackhorse is Clarksville's brewery and "gourmet" pizza place. There are several types of pizza, some more exotic than others, and several flavors of beer, even vanilla. The lighting is somewhat dark, but I suppose that's intentional; it is, afterall, a popular spot for... 

Johnny's Big Burger: The Classic Burger Joint

Johnny's Big Burger: The Classic Burger Joint, Clarksville

 jinkoe Says:  Johnny's is the classic burger joint. It has great, greasy burgers, perfectly cooked french fries, and tons of other options that are always cooked to perfection. It's packed for a reason; the food is ALWAYS good.Be frugal with the soda...there aren't free refills. Johnny's... 

Hananoki: Hibachi at its best

Hananoki: Hibachi at its best, Clarksville

 jinkoe Says:  The food is superb every time. Whether it's chicken, steak, shrimp, or scallops, it's always perfectly flavored and delicious. The premeal soup and salad is just enough to get the stomach ready for the treat to come.My mouth is watering just writing this tip. The best dish... 

The Looking Glass: Nice shop, good food, SLOW service

The Looking Glass: Nice shop, good food, SLOW service, Clarksville

 ocicat Says:  The restaurant ambience is great. Local artist and craftsmen have their items on display to sell. The tables are beautiful wrought iron. There is a nice garden for outside dining.Fresh baked bread is wonderful. Most of the entrees are excellent.But I will not eat here. Why?... 

Transportation  

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Bus station downtown

By personal auto is the best way to get around. There is a fairly good city bus system that will take you to the main areas. Taxi cabs are pricey and VERY SLOW to arrive (you could be waiting an hour!!). Also, they do not use meters and will rip you off. I was quoted a rate of $16 to go 2 miles.

Updated Mar 30, 2005

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Shopping  

Beachaven Winery: Gift of the grape
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Beachaven

A delightful shop near Exit 1 of I-24. Offers tastings and wine related gifts.

May-Sept, Mon.-Sat., 9am-7pm,
Sun., Noon-7pm,

Oct.-Apr., Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm,
Sun., Noon-5pm

What to buy: The special label bottles honoring the military units at Ft. Campbell.

What to pay: $10 and up.

Updated Apr 16, 2005

Address: 1100 Dunlop Lane

Phone: (931) 645-8867

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Local Customs  

Hometown hero
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Wilma Rudolph

To honor one of America's most outstanding Olympic athletes and her legacy, a bronze statue of Clarksville native Wilma Rudolph was hand-crafted in her likeness. The statue can be viewed at the southern end of the Cumberland RiverWalk at the base of the Pedestrian Overpass.

Statue made by local artist Howard Brown.

Written Apr 16, 2005

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Warnings and Dangers  

Not all U-haul dealers are created equal!!

Not all U-haul dealers are created equal!!, Clarksville

 ocicat Says:  There are 2 U-haul places in Clarksville. From experience I will ONLY use the one at 2030 Ft Campbell Blvd. It's located at the Transmission Tyme shop on the west side of the road. The owner is polite, professional and plain-ole NICE. Can't say that about the other location. 

Wrong side of the rd!!!!!!!1

Wrong side of the rd!!!!!!!1, Clarksville

 New_mommy2007 Says:  Well clarksville is full of wreckless drivers and drunk drivers... just becarefulll while dring and this goes for everywhere.. me and my husband almost got hit head on by a car on our side of the rd comeing towards us as we was going towards paduacha i am carrying a child in... 

What Red Light?

What Red Light?, Clarksville

 jinkoe Says:  Be careful; Clarksville drivers - especially on the North side of town - are 99% colorblind. Red lights are nearly inconsequential. If it has just turned red, someone will probably be coming through at any moment.Just make sure that you pause, look both ways, pause again,... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Rose Garden

Rose Garden, Clarksville

 ocicat Says:  A lovely rose garden on the grounds of the Immaculate Conception Catholic church. It features a large statue of Saint Frances of Assisi. Located at 709 Franklin St. 

Riding stables

Riding stables, Clarksville

 ocicat Says:  Ft. Campbell has a nice riding stables that is open to the public on the weekends. Riding is $10 an hour. There are NO guided tours, you take your horse out on your own over endless wooded trails. Don't worry about getting lost... if you get turned around your horse will... 

Sports & Outdoors  

MMA and BJJ classes

MMA and BJJ classes, Clarksville

 rdayley Says:  MMA and BJJ classes at SSF Submission Academy. Shorts and t-shirt for most classes. You will need a Jiu-jitsu gi for BJJ class. 

Let's Go Peay!

Let's Go Peay!, Clarksville

 jinkoe Says:  Clarksville is the proud home of Austin Peay State University. Whether you like basketball, soccer, baseball, or football, APSU has a game for you to watch. The basketball is almost always good, and the rivalry with Murray State makes for some heated games. The baseball,... 

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