Clemson
Understand
Get in
By bus
Clemson Area Transit provides free bus transportation connecting to the surrounding cities of Anderson, Central, Pendleton and Seneca.By car
- US Highway 76 (Clemson Blvd) enters Clemson from the east at Exit 19B on I-85 in South Carolina.
- US Highway 123 (Tiger Blvd) bisects the city running north to south allowing for travel from Greenville 30 miles (48 km) to the north and Seneca 10 miles (16 km) to the south.
By train
Amtrak's Crescent connects Clemson with the cities of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Charlotte, Atlanta, Birmingham and New Orleans The Amtrak station is situated at the intersection of Tiger Blvd and College Avenue.Get around
By bus
Clemson Area Transit, sponsored by the City of Clemson and Clemson University, this bus line is not only fare-free, it also does not generally suffer from many of the problems that plague larger city bus systems (schedule delays, sketchy clientele, dirty buses, etc.) For this reason, the CAT bus system is one of the best public transit systems in the entire nation. Several larger cities have come to Clemson to observe the system, which even carries many university students and well-to-do professors to class. Clemson Area Transit covers many major destinations, including most of the area's hotels, motels, and most major eateries. For the traveler on a budget, or even those not on a tight budget, the CAT bus system may be the way to go. It covers the campus and surrounding cities, including Anderson, Central, Pendleton and Seneca. Travelers on the CAT bus going to Anderson can, upon transfer, obtain a fare-free day pass to the Electric City Transit system which serves the city of Anderson.By car
- SC State Highway 93 (Old Greenville Hwy) is the de facto boundary between Clemson University and City of Clemson. The road is 4 lanes without a middle turn lane and provides no public parking.
- SC State Highway 133 (College Ave) begins at the intersection with Old Greenville Hwy at the border of Clemson University and intersects with Tiger Blvd less than a mile to the north. College Ave is home to many of the Clemson Bars, Sandwich Shops, and Clemson Fan Apparel.
Parking
Public street parking exists on both sides of the street for the length of the downtown area. Parking is free 24 hours a day but there is a 1-hour restriction during business hours. The City of Clemson Parking deck is located at the intersection of Keith Street and College Avenue.See
Greater Clemson
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Mountain View Park at Lake Hartwell
phone: +1 864 624-1120address: 340 Mountain View LanePark along man-made lake created by Hartwell Dam, which supplies hydroelectric power to the area. The lake and nearby forests are maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers, and there are many places for swimming, sunbathing, camping, fishing, and hiking. -
address: 101 Stone CircleBuilt by Revolutionary War hero Andrew Pickens, this Presbyterian church is one of the most interesting historical attractions in the Upstate and was the second structure built by the religious community. Although the church is no longer in service, there is a cemetery on site that contains numerous old tombstones including those of Pickens and his family.
Clemson University
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phone: +1 864 656-4789address: Alumni CircleFor thousands of prospective students, special guests and Upstate tourists each year, the Clemson experience begins at the University's Visitors Center. Made possible by gifts from the Class of 1944, the Visitors Center is a comfortable and educational starting point for exploring the Clemson campus and surrounding areas. The Class of 1944 Visitors Center, located on Alumni Circle, is the front door to Clemson a friendly place to get information, assistance and an introduction to this beautiful and historic university and community. Guided hour-long walking tours of the campus are led by the Clemson University Guide Association.
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Bob Campbell Geology and Natural History Museum
phone: +1 864 656-4600address: in the S.C. Botanical GardenThe University's extensive geology collection including meteorites, minerals, dinosaur fossils and the largest faceted-stone collection in the Southeast. -
Carillon Garden
address: the area between Sikes Hall, the Outdoor Theater and Tillman HallA gift to the university during Reunion 1993 by the Golden Anniversary Class of '43. The garden is dedicated as a lasting tribute to the entire class and particularly to those who lost their lives during World War II. It is used for a number of activities ranging from student meetings, traveling games and even weddings. -
Clemson Memorial Stadium
phone: +1 864 656-1935address: Williamston RoadOne of the 10 largest on-campus stadiums in the United States. -
phone: +1 864 656-3027address: Center CampusHouses more than 1.7 million volumes, documents and reports, along with the papers of many prominent South Carolinians.
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The Walter T. Cox Jr. Union Plaza
address: in front of the Edgar A. Brown University UnionA gift from the student bodies of 1997-98 and 1998-99. It is used for a number of activities ranging from student fairs, traveling games and other student events. -
phone: +1 864 656-4789address: Fort Hill StreetThe home of John C. Calhoun from 1825 until 1850 and the home of his son-in-law, Clemson University founder Thomas Green Clemson, from 1872 until 1888.
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phone: +1 864 656-2241address: in the S.C. Botanical GardenThe Colonial home of French Huguenot Paul de St. Julien, which was built in Berkeley County, South Carolina, in 1716.
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Memorial Square
address: in front of Mell HallDedicated to the university in February 1993 as a gift from the Class of '44, The square, features an original life-size bronze sculpture of a student and a soldier sitting back to back, representative of the sudden shift from boyhood to manhood as a result of war. -
Military Heritage Plaza
phone: +1 864 656-5896address: overlooking Bowman FieldFeatures a life-size statue of a cadet and 41 sets of footprints of former Clemson cadets to commemorate the spirit of Clemson's military heritage. -
Outdoor Theater
address: in front of the Cooper Library's reflection pondA gift from the Class of 1915. The stage is a sunburst of gray, red and beige marble with the year 1915 set in. It is used for a number of activities ranging from pep rallies, outdoor movies and concerts. -
The South Carolina Botanical Garden
phone: +1 864 656-3405address: Perimeter RoadA 295 acre public garden, features several thousand varieties of ornamental plants. Of special interest are the Camellia Trail, Hosta Garden, Conifer and Xeriscape Gardens along with nature-based sculptures and miles of nature and walking trails. -
Strom Thurmond Institute of Government and Public Affairs
phone: +1 864 656-4700address: behind Cooper LibraryHome to more than 34 tons of papers and memorabilia of S.C. Sen. J. Strom Thurmond, the Graem Yates Collection of Presidential Portraits, the rare book collection, the University Archives and manuscript collections. -
Tillman Hall Bell Memorial
address: in the Carillon Garden between Sikes Hall and Tillman HallIt displays the bell that hung in the clock tower of Tillman Hall for 80 years, "where it faithfully tolled the hours until replaced by the Carillon in 1985." The memorial was erected by the Class of '39 in memory of classmates who gave their lives in the cause of freedom. The memorial also features an Award for Excellence plaque given to the faculty by the Class of '39.
Do
Greater Clemson
- Spend a Friday night bar-hopping at Downtown Clemson. (See the Drink section for more)
- Go Boating on Lake Hartwell, the water temperature is usually perfect in the summer for any kind of on-the-water activity.
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Robert Howell Brooks Center for the Performing Arts
phone: +1 864 656-3043Brings an exciting array of concert, theater, dance, comedy and other live performances to the Clemson community. -
T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena
phone: +1 864 646-2717address: off U.S. 76 near Tri-County TechA 100-acre complex, it is the showplace for livestock activities as well as industrial and agricultural exhibitions in South Carolina. -
phone: +1 864 656-0236address: at the Madren CenterClemson's 250-acre, 18-hole championship golf course is gaining a reputation as the country's most accessible course for individuals with disabilities.
Clemson University
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phone: +1 864 656-8722address: 700 University UnionCLEMSONLiVE is Clemson's student-run entertainment board, which plans a variety of on-campus events throughout the year, from weekly movies in McKissick Theater, to special events held in Tillman Hall. CLEMSONLiVE provides a variety of events to Clemson students through seven committees and an executive board of directors.
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phone: +1 864 656-2118address: ticket office is at the southwest corner of Memorial StadiumClemson competes at the Division I level in the following sports: Men's: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming & Diving Tennis Track & Field, Women's: Basketball, Rowing, Soccer, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball.
Buy
Like most college towns, Clemson is home to numerous fan apparel shops along College Avenue in Downtown Clemson. A few to check out are:
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phone: +1 864 654-4203address: 354 College Ave
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Judge Keller's
phone: +1 864 654-6446address: 367 College Ave -
phone: +1 864 654-1365address: 360 College Ave
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phone: +1 864 654-8134address: 364 College Ave
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Tiger Sports Shop - Hwy 28
phone: +1 864 654-1719address: 1102 Tiger Blvd
Eat
Budget
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address: Hendrix Student CenterMade possible by a generous gift from Clemson's Class of 1955, the ’55 Exchange is a student run retail operation that sells and serves Clemson’s world famous ice cream and other Clemson produced items, including meat, organic produce, and blue cheese. All revenues generated through the retail center go to support Clemson students and academic programs.
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Chanello's Pizza
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Columbo's Pizza
address: 203 Pendleton Rd Ste 1Chicago style. -
address: Old Greenville HwyWings, etc.
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Mac's Drive-In
address: 404 Pendleton RdA Clemson tradition; great cheeseburger steaks. -
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
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Peppino's Pizzaria
address: 384 College Ave Ste 2New York/Italian style. -
Pot Belly Deli
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Jughead's
address: 129 Anderson Hwy # 76Hotdogs with some hometown flavor. -
Todaro Pizza
address: 105 Sloan StNew York style.
Mid-range
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Bangkok Royal Thai Cuisine
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Woodstone Pita Mediterranean Grill
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address: 101 Keith St
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address: 189 Old Greenville Hwy
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address: 1310 Tiger Blvd
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Sardi's Den Restaurant & Lounge
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TD's Food & Drink
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address: 368 College Ave
Splurge
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Blue Heron Restaurant & Sushi
address: 405 College Ave -
address: 103 Clemson St
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address: 1058 Tiger Blvd
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address: 100 Madren Center Dr
Drink
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address: 356 College AveUpscale bar with live music most nights. -
Backstreets Pub & Grill
phone: +1 864 653-7581address: 102 Earle StCheap liquor pitchers and pizza on Tuesdays. -
phone: +1 864 654-5120address: Old Greenville HwyLive music on football weekends.
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Loose Change
phone: +1 864 654-1090address: 349 College AveLive acoustic most nights. -
Nick's Tavern
phone: +1 864 654-4890address: 107-2 Sloan StWide selection of obscure beers; one of the few bars in town rarely patronized by the fraternity crowd (see also Sloan Street). -
Overtime
phone: +1 864 653-7581address: 102 Earle StPrivate club. Cheap cover, year membership available, open Sundays. -
Sloan Street Tap Room
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TD's Food & Drinks
phone: +1 864 654-3656address: 339 College AveKaraoke Tuesday nights, live music on the weekends. -
phone: +1 864 654-5901address: 368 College AvePool tables, HDTVs, outdoor seating, Wednesday night trivia.
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phone: +1 864 654-6600address: 366 College Ave # APrivate club. Cheap cover, year membership available, open Sundays.
Sleep
Hotels
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address: 1305 Tiger BlvdNearby restaurants; 122 rooms, 56 NS, handicap-accessible, 18 suites with whirlpool, tv/vcr, Microwave, wet bar; pool, hot tub, health facilities; meeting room for 130, laundry; coffee shop open 6AM-10AM with complimentary continental breakfast. All major credit cards with special rates for government/corporations, AAA, AARP.
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phone: +1 864 653-4411address: 1387 Tiger BlvdAll double, king and queen size rooms, Wi-Fi Internet access, free HBO, copy and fax access, some handicap and NS rooms, free continental breakfast. Major credit cards accepted.
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phone: +1 864 653-7744address: 851 Tiger BoulevardRemote TV, some NS rooms, pool, free continental breakfast. Restaurants nearby. Major credit cards.
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Best Western Plus University Inn & Conference Center
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phone: +1 864 653-6000address: 1303 Tiger Blvd
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address: 100 Madren Center DrSurrounded by the Walker Golf Course at Clemson University. 89 rooms, interior-corridor hotel features 27 luxurious suites and 62 guest rooms, hospitality suite and health club including pool and tennis, restaurant, complimentary continental breakfast. Owned and Operated by Clemson University.
Bed and Breakfast
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address: 208 Pendleton RoadOff Hwy. 76 on scenic Pendleton Road. Rooms with private baths; refreshments served upon arrival; continental breakfast included.
Camping
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Clemson University Outdoor Lab Suites & Cabins
address: Off of US Hwy. 765 miles from the Clemson University campus, this unique conference center and camp has residential cabins (accommodating up to 10) and suites available for rental from mid-August through May. Discounted rates are available November 1-February 28.