

| Flights to Clarksville | |
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Located in the north of the US state of Tennessee is the city of Clarksville. Founded in 1785 the city was named after a Revolutionary War general, George Rogers Clark, and it is one of the most historic cities in Tennessee and the Southern United States.
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As a historic city it’s the history of Clarksville that is the main attraction for tourists in this, the oldest incorporated city in the state of Tennessee. There is the Historic Downtown to explore in addition to other old districts and neighbourhoods scattered throughout the city limits.
Clarksville Historic Downtown Beautifully restored the historic downtown area of Clarksville is a great place to start any visit to this city. The old brick sidewalks and period lighting all add to the historic atmosphere, and the antique shops and boutiques give it an upmarket feel. Probably the best way to make the most of historic downtown Clarksville is by doing the self guided walking tour, called Walk Clarksville. This takes you to see all the best architecture, local restaurants, art and more. Historic Collinsville While the downtown of Clarksville has a modern twist the re-created village of Collinsville gives visitors a better feel for what life was like back in the days of early European settlement. The village is a 30 minute drive from downtown Clarksville but especially if you’re travelling with children this attraction is usually a hit, and the country drive is scenic too! You’ll see numerous buildings dating from 1830 to 1870, and period costumes worn by the staff. There are also picnic areas and walking trails to enjoy. Museums in Clarksville If the two above attractions have sparked your interest in Clarksville history there are several other attractions to visit along these lines too. The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is one that’s located in the downtown area and it’s the second largest general museum in Tennessee. The Don F Pratt Memorial Museum focuses on aircraft from World War 2 onwards, while there are also a couple of historic mansions to visit. Smith-Trahern Mansion was built in the years leading to the Civil War, and Emerald Hill Mansion was built in the 1820’s. |