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Alternative names: Population: 15.4 thous.Area: 7.87 mi²Elevation: 728 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°40'59"N, 82°50'14"W
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Clemson Attractions - What to See and Explore

Clemson offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Memorial Stadium, Fort Hill, Hanover House, South Carolina Botanical Garden. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • memorial stadium clemson
    Arenas and stadiums • Football • Sport venue

    Memorial Stadium

    Memorial Stadium, affectionately known as "Death Valley" to Clemson Tiger fans, stands as a bastion of American college football in Pickens County, South Carolina. This iconic stadium, located on the campus of Clemson University, is a landmark for sports enthusiasts...

  • fort hill clemson
    Museum • Historical place • History museum

    Fort Hill

    Fort Hill, John C Calhoun House and libraries', is a National Historic Landmark on the Clemson University campus in Clemson, South Carolina, United States. The house is significant as the home of John C. Calhoun, the 7th Vice President of the United States, from 1825 to 1850. It is now a house for museums and libraries.

  • hanover house clemson
    Museum • History museum

    Hanover House

    Hanover House is a colonial house built by a French Huguenot family in 1714-1716, on the upper Cooper River in present-day Berkeley County of the South Carolina Low Country. The house is also known as the St. Julien-Ravenel House after its early owners.

  • south carolina botanical garden clemson
    Museum • Garden • Natural history museum

    South Carolina Botanical Garden

    The South Carolina Botanical Garden is located in Clemson, South Carolina on the campus of Clemson University. This garden has nature trails, pathways, ponds, streams, woodlands, trial gardens, The Bob Campbell Geology Museum, and the Fran Hanson Discovery Center, which has exhibits by local artists.

  • old stone church and cemetery clemson
    Church

    Old Stone Church and Cemetery

    Old Stone Church is a church building built in 1802. When it was constructed, it was in the Pendleton District, South Carolina. When Pendleton District was divided in 1826, the church was in Pickens District. When Pickens District was split in 1868, it was in Oconee County, South Carolina.

  • j c stribling barn clemson
    Victorian architecture

    J. C. Stribling Barn

    The J. C. Stribling Barn is a brick barn built ca. 1890 to 1900 at 220 Isaqueena Trail in Clemson, South Carolina. It is also known as the Sleepy Hollow Barn or the Stribling-Boone Barn.

  • clemson experimental forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Forest

    Clemson Experimental Forest

    Clemson Experimental Forest, a 17,500 acre forest surrounding Clemson University, is a natural resource laboratory. It is a product of a land reclamation project funded by Franklin D. Roosevelt Administration's New Deal programs.

  • bob campbell geology and natural history museum clemson
    34°40'7"N • 82°49'37"W

    Bob Campbell Geology and Natural History Museum

    Museum • Science museum

  • clemson area african american museum
    Museum

    Clemson Area African American Museum

    The Clemson Area African American Museum is a museum located in Calhoun Bridge Center, Clemson, South Carolina, United States.

  • clemson university
    Park • Neighbourhood • Victorian architecture

    Clemson University

    Clemson University is a public land-grant research university in Clemson, South Carolina. Founded in 1889, Clemson is the second-largest university in student population in South Carolina.

  • saint andrew catholic church clemson
    34°41'10"N • 82°50'19"W

    Saint Andrew Catholic Church

    Church

  • clemson college sheep barn
    34°40'36"N • 82°49'50"W

    Clemson College Sheep Barn

    The Clemson College Sheep Barn is a two-story barn built in 1915 on the Clemson University campus. It is the oldest surviving building associated with agriculture on this land-grant university. It was named to the National Register of Historic Places on January 4, 1990.

  • clemson university the walker course
    34°39'55"N • 82°50'33"W

    Clemson University - The Walker Course

    Golf • Outdoor activities • Universities and schools

  • presidents house clemson
    34°40'42"N • 82°49'51"W

    President's House

    The President's House was built in 1959 to serve as the living quarters for each President at Clemson University. It has been the home to eight different Clemson Presidents and serves as a key location on the University's campus.

  • clemson university historic district ii
    Neighbourhood • Victorian architecture

    Clemson University Historic District II

    The Clemson University Historic District II is a collection of historic properties on the campus of Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina. The district contains 7 contributing properties located in the central portion of the campus. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990.

  • johnstone hall clemson
    34°40'48"N • 82°50'17"W

    Johnstone Hall

    Johnstone Hall is a dormitory at Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina that has housed several generations of Clemson undergraduates.

  • clemson university historic district i
    Neighbourhood

    Clemson University Historic District I

    The Clemson University Historic District I is a collection of historic properties on the campus of Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina. The district contains eight contributing properties located along the northern portion of the campus. Included are some of the oldest academic buildings on campus.

Things to See and Do in Clemson by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Clemson.

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Clemson – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Clemson, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Tallulah Gorge (Tallulah Falls), Bon Secours Wellness Arena (Greenville), Fluor Field at the West End (Greenville).

  • tallulah gorge tallulah falls31 milesW
    Canyon

    Tallulah Gorge, Tallulah Falls

    Tallulah Gorge is a breathtaking natural wonder located in the city of Tallulah Falls, Georgia, United States. This spectacular canyon, carved over millions of years by the Tallulah River, stretches two miles long and reaches depths of nearly 1,000 feet, making it one...

  • bon secours wellness arena greenville28 milesNE
    Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

    Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville

    Nestled in the heart of Greenville, South Carolina, the Bon Secours Wellness Arena stands as a premier destination for entertainment and sporting events in the Upstate region. Known to locals as "The Well," this versatile venue offers a dynamic array of programming...

  • fluor field at the west end greenville27 milesNE
    Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

    Fluor Field at the West End, Greenville

    Nestled in the charming West End district of Greenville, South Carolina, Fluor Field is a classic American ballpark that captures the spirit of baseball while offering a modern experience for fans of the sport. Modeled after Fenway Park, the historic home of the Boston...

  • dry falls highlands35 milesNW
    Natural attraction, Waterfall, Park

    Dry Falls, Highlands

    Nestled in the lush landscape of the Nantahala National Forest in Highlands, North Carolina, Dry Falls presents a breathtaking natural spectacle that draws visitors from far and wide. This striking waterfall is renowned for its unique feature that allows visitors...

  • cullasaja falls highlands39 milesNW
    Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall

    Cullasaja Falls, Highlands

    Nestled in the lush landscapes of the Nantahala National Forest, Cullasaja Falls is a breathtaking waterfall in Highlands, North Carolina, that offers a picturesque retreat for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.

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Best Time To Visit Clemson

Learn when is the best time to travel to Clemson weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and December.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in April, June, September, October and November. Most of it rains in January and March.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Clemson?

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