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16 Best Weekend Getaways from Clarksville, Tennessee (within a 4-hour flight)

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16 Best Weekend Getaways from Clarksville, Tennessee (within a 4-hour flight)

Clarksville, Tennessee, is a thriving city located along the Cumberland River, about 50 miles northwest of Nashville. Known for its rich history, it features attractions like Dunbar Cave State Park, the Customs House Museum, and the Roxy Regional Theatre. Home to Austin Peay State University and neighboring Fort Campbell, the city boasts a strong economy supported by education, the military, and industry. With a family-friendly atmosphere, affordable housing, and vibrant events like Riverfest, Clarksville combines small-town charm with urban convenience, making it a great place to live and visit.


If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Clarksville, Tennessee, area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.





Atlanta, Georgia (ATL) - 1 Hour 5 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Brew pubs, art, nightlife, Mexican food.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Year-round

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $69+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?

Pro Tip:

  • Walk some of the BeltLine and stop at stores, bars, and restaurants.





New Orleans, Louisiana (MSY) - 1 Hour 37 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Jazz music, other music, culture, architecture, partying, passionate football fans.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Spring, Summer, Fall

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $39+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?

Pro Tip:

  • Check out Bourbon Street for a little bit, but don't get sucked in. It's absolutely disgusting. Chartres Street is better for those looking to maintain their cleanliness.





Boston, Massachusetts (BOS) - 2 Hour 35 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • History and cool summertime temps!

What to do?

When to go?

  • Summer for the best weather, but peak rates for solid hotels.

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $44+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?


Denver, Colorado (DEN) - 2 Hour 50 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Mountains, beer, National Parks, hiking, clean city, nice people.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Year-round. Ski in the winter. Hike in the summer.

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $39+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?


New York, New York (JFK, LGA, EWR, ISP, HPN) - 2 Hour 12 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • It might not be the same city it was before, but it'll always make for a great weekend getaway.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Summer for the best weather, but you’ll pay peak rates for solid hotels.

  • Winter for Christmas festivities!

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $20+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?







Miami, Florida (MIA, FLL) - 2 Hour 16 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Beaches, outdoors activities, clubs, restaurants, culture. I just ask that you please please please venture out beyond Miami Beach.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Any time of the year, but best is October - February for perfect weather. Avoid the spring break crowd in late Feb/early March the best you can.

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $45+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?

Pro Tip:

  • Visit the following neighborhoods to step away from the "typical Miami": Wynwood, Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Midtown, Edgewater.


Orlando, Florida (MCO) - 1 Hour 52 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Theme parks. Disney & Universal. Bring bug spray and an umbrella if you go during the summer. It's not my favorite city, but there's a reason why it's the #1 tourism city year after year in the US.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Year-Round

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $38+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?York






Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 1 Hour 58 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Food, bars, sports, rivers!

What to do?

When to go?

  • Summer

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $19+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?

Pro Tip:

  • For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.






Washington, DC (IAD, DCA, BWI) - 1 Hour 42 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Museums, walking tours, great mass-transit and cherry blossoms. Fly to DCA for convenience.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Year-round (spring season for cherry blossoms)

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $65+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?

Pro Tip:

  • For avid runners, pack your running shoes and go for daily runs around the White House, Washington Monument, Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.





Austin, Texas (AUS) - 2 Hour 30 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Food, Art, Music, BBQ, Tech, Bach Parties, and All-Around Fun!

What to do?

When to go?

  • Year-Round

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $99+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?






Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PHL) - 2 Hour Flight


Why go?

  • History, sports, cheesesteaks

What to do?

When to go?

  • Summer and Fall

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $39+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?





Toronto, Ontario (YYZ, YTZ) - 1 Hour 55 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Food, people, cleanliness, Hockey Hall of Fame.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Summer

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $23+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?





Montreal, Quebec (YUL) - 2 Hour 17 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • More restaurants per capita than any other North American city.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Summer

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $392+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?



Charleston, South Carolina (CHS) - 1 Hour 25 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • History, culture, family-friendly attractions, and water sports.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Spring, Summer and Fall

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $135+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?


Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) - 3 Hour 47 Minute Flight


Why go?

  • Skiing, Salt Flats, Mormons, and great National Parks within a moderate drive.

What to do?

When to go?

  • Year-Round

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $224+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?


Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT) – 1 Hour 33 Minute Flight

Why go?

  • Diverse Cultural Attractions, Thriving Food Scene, Outdoor Activities, Sports Hub, Historical Significance, Shopping, Festivals and Events.

What to do?

When to go?

  • The best times to visit Charlotte are March–May and September–November.

Who can fly you there?

How much will it cost to get there?

  • Airfare: $111+

Where can you stay?

Who will pick you up?


  





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