- Our list of the best things to do in Cookeville, Tennessee, features the top 17 nearby activities — including 9 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Cookeville, TN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 12 things to do within the city of Cookeville, TN , followed by 5 popular activities in nearby cities, including Sparta
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Located on the Blackburn Fork State Scenic River, Cummins Falls State Park is a secluded escape from the rest of the city. Hiking to Cummins Falls is the park's greatest attraction, including the scenic swimming hole underneath the falls.
0.4 Miles
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Cookeville Depot Museum is housed in the original depot building from 1909. In addition to many exhibits with Tennessee Central Railway artifacts, the museum features a park area with several historic train cars.
1.7 Miles
Cookville's Highlands Visitor Center is an information center for tourists and newcomers to the area. The center offers a wide array of brochures and maps, and features a knowledgeable and friendly staff to answer questions.
2.2 Miles
Visitors can practice their roller skating skills with pop music playing in the background at The Sk8. In addition to freestyle skating, it hosts events like black light dodge ball and speed nights.
0.4 Miles
The Cookeville Childrens Museum in Cookeville, Tennessee features interactive displays and a fenced in yard outside with a giant play structure. Exhibits display such subjects as chemistry and Greek mythology. Children can also dress up and perform on stage.
0.2 Miles
Featuring local history exhibits, the Cookeville History Museum in Cookeville, Tennessee is home to collections and artifacts that tell the story of Cookeville's history. Local history hikes are featured at the park every second Saturday.
0.7 Miles
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Tennessee Tech University, 805 Quadrangle, Cookeville, TN 38501
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Cookeville's Backdoor Playhouse is the campus theater for the Tennessee Tech University's theater program. Located at the center of campus, the playhouse hosts a seasonally changing slate of dramatic productions.
1.3 Miles
Providing a selection of craft beer, The Coliseum Pub also has a large arcade area where visitors can play the classic games of their childhood. The pub also hosts an open mic night where local musicians and entertainers can perform.
4.7 Miles
Located in Cookeville, Tennessee, the Hidden Hollow Park features a covered bridge entrance to the natural site. The park, which is home to hiking trails, features a Christmas Lights display during the Christmas holiday.
2.2 Miles
A movie theater multiplex with twelve auditoriums, the Carmike Highland 12 shows primarily first-run Hollywood releases. The theater features digital video and sound, and offers a variety of refreshment choices at the concession stand.