• What is Murfreesboro known for?
    • Murfreesboro is Tennessee's fastest growing city, a lively college town, and a place where history plays as important a role as the future.
  • What outdoor activities can visitors enjoy in Murfreesboro?
    • With the Stones River passing through, the city is full of green spaces, parks, and hiking trails linked by the Greenway, which mostly runs parallel to the river.

Things to Do:

1. Have a picnic at Barfield-Crescent Park and Wilderness Station

2. Pick your own corn at Batey Farms

3. Stop by Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center

4. Step back in time at Cannonsburgh Village

5. Take the kids to Discovery Center

6. Learn about the Battle of Stones River at Fortress Rosecrans

7. Go on a hike from the General Bragg Trailhead

8. Visit the Hazen Brigade Monument

9. Explore the 2,600-acre Long Hunter State Park

10. Enjoy live music at Mayday Brewery

11. See fossils and minerals at Middle Tennessee Museum of Natural History

12. Have lunch at Miller's Grocery

13. See a concert at the Murfreesboro Center for the Arts

14. Go on a Nissan North America, Inc. Tour

15. See the historic Oaklands Mansion

16. Go biking along Stones River Greenway

17. Learn about history at Stones River National Battlefield

18. See the exhibits at The Heritage Center

19. Have a true Southern meal at Toot's Restaurant, Murfreesboro

20. Spend an afternoon at GO USA Fun Park

21. Go bowling at Lanes Trains & Automobiles Entertainment Depot

22. Have a party at Catfeine Cat Cafe, Murfreesboro

23. Face a unique challenge at 60 Minute Escape Game Murfreesboro


Best Time to Visit Places to Stay Tips for Visiting
Spring (March-May) – Mild temperatures and blooming landscapes. Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro – A stylish stay with excellent amenities. Visit the Stones River National Battlefield – Learn about Civil War history and enjoy scenic walking trails.
Summer (June-August) – Warm and great for family-friendly activities. Tru by Hilton Murfreesboro – A modern and comfortable hotel close to local attractions. Explore Cannonsburgh Village – Step back in time in this reconstructed historic pioneer village.
Fall (September-November) – Crisp air and colorful autumn foliage. Carriage Lane Inn – A charming and cozy bed & breakfast. Visit Batey Farms – Pick pumpkins, enjoy fresh produce, and experience farm life in the fall.
Winter (December-February) – Cool and festive, great for holiday events. Hilton Garden Inn Murfreesboro – A warm and welcoming winter retreat. Attend the Murfreesboro Christmas Parade – Enjoy holiday lights, festive floats, and seasonal cheer.

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