Location: Murfreesboro
Top Things to do in Murfreesboro
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Murfreesboro, Tennessee (TN)
Murfreesboro is a city in, and the county seat of, Rutherford County, Tennessee, United States. The population was 108,755 according to the 2010 census, up from 68,816 residents certified in 2000. In 2016, census estimates showed a population of 131,947. The city is the center of population of Tennessee, located 34 miles (55 km) southeast of downtown Nashville in the Nashville metropolitan area of Middle Tennessee. It is Tennessee's fastest growing major city and one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Murfreesboro is also home to Middle Tennessee State University, the second largest undergraduate university in the state of Tennessee, with 22,729 total students as of fall 2014.
Restaurants in Murfreesboro
1. 60 Minute Escape Game Murfreesboro
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 912 reviews
So Who Is 60 Minute Escape? 60 Minute Escape is a locally family owned and operated business. Our goal is to offer the best entertainment alternative for every individual or group. We want you to enjoy 60 Minute Escape from the moment you walk into our lobby from your game experience, to your crazy photos before you leave. Our Goals for Our Gamers Excitement: Challenge: Yes we want you to play and have fun, but we also want to challenge you. Memories: We want to create lasting memories that keep you entertained for years to come. Can you ESCAPE?
Reviewed By Gatorsfan15
Best escape game I’ve ever been to the workers are extremely friendly and the games are unmatched I would highly recommend this place to everyone
2. Locked : Escape Game Murfreesboro
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 432 reviews
Reviewed By Titans83 - Nashville, United States
I’ve played every room Locked had to offer and they’re all spectacular, especially Murfree’s Manor. The owner, Lucas, is so quick to respond when asking for assistance whether it’s by phone or chat on the website. The staff at the front desk as well as my game masters (Donald, Bryce, Landon, Carissa, Matthew just to name a few!) were so friendly it puts almost every other escape room in the area to shame! A must try if you’re looking to escape while in Murfreesboro!
3. Stones River National Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Cemetery honoring those who died in the Civil War.
Reviewed By CaptTrouble - Hudson, United States
My husband and I walked through this beautiful, old cemetery while we were visiting the Stones River National Battlefield. The edges are shady with mature trees, but most of the graves are out in the open. There are more than 6,000 Union soldiers in the Stones River National Cemetery. The Battle of Stones River began on New Year's Eve 1862 and ended on January 2, 1863. Of 23,000 casualties, approximately 3,000 were killed. That is a total count of Union and Confederate soldiers. In 1865, work began on this cemetery. The remains of 6,100 Union soldiers were disinterred from gravesites in the surrounding area and were transported to this cemetery. When we walked through the area, I could see there were many, many graves of soldiers from Ohio. This is a good place to see and feel the history of this, the geographic center of Tennessee.
4. Stones River National Battlefield
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 784 reviews
Scene of a significant 1862 Civil War battle fought by 81,000 soldiers for control of middle Tennessee.
Reviewed By ELO_Ohio - Shelby, United States
Stones River NB gets an A+ in my book. Have never seen a Civil War site so well maintained. Maintenance staff mowing, pulling weeds, working on trails, etc. the ENTIRE time we were there. The park rangers were great. Took the cemetery tour and learned a lot of lesser known facts. The driving tour was also top notch with excellent stops; many cool monuments to see. Don’t like history? No problem. This park has paved bike and walking trails all over the place. Only minutes from Murfreesboro...a nice up and coming town; 40 minutes to Nashville. Free admission and an excellent Junior Ranger program. Check it out...you’ll be glad you did.
5. Oaklands Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Oaklands Mansion was a symbol of wealth and prosperity in pre-civil war Middle Tennessee. From approximately 1815, until its completion just before the war, Oaklands was built in four distinct phases by two generations of the Maney family and their enslaved workforce. Later, sold at auction to cover debts incurred as a result of the war, the mansion’s evolution is a demonstration of the adaptive reuse of a structure by multiple families over an extended period. By the 1950s the derelict mansion was abandoned and scheduled for demolition. Ultimately, it was restored and transformed into a house museum that serves the community as a cultural and heritage tourism destination. Book your self-guided tour today and experience the unusual evolution of this nationally registered historic structure. The home's collection of furnishings, artwork and personal items are as unique as the building itself. Museum staff will be available to answer your questions.
Reviewed By aiyanaw2019
Joshua and I had our wedding at Oakland’s Mansion. It was everything we had hoped and dreamed, we are beyond thankful that Connor had helped us. We loved the idea it was decorated for Halloween & so we decided to do a untraditional wedding. Any and every question we had they answered. They did a awesome job helping our wedding go perfectly, smoothly, and cool. The mansion being decorated for Halloween was so cool. The ghosts and goblins stood out in the photos our photographer took. We greatly appreciate Oakland’s staff for everything. We will definitely have our family and friends come here for all of their events.
6. Discovery Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By HaydensProudPapa2014 - Fort Myers, United States
he loved it all the outside greenway path and all the indoor fun activites also full of fun and many smiling welcoming faces
7. Stones River Greenway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Enjoy nature hikes, walking, running, bicycling, or in-line skating along the 12 miles of riverside trails which consist of the Stones River, Lytle Creek and Gateway trails. Small watercraft access points are also available for paddlers to enjoy the Stones River. The Murfreesboro Greenway System connects historical sites, parks, neighborhoods and businesses; it also serves as a conservation corridor to preserve precious natural and cultural resources. Eleven trailheads provide access to the Murfreesboro Greenway System.
Reviewed By 4_D_Traveler - Clarksville, United States
We went there for a morning run. The path was nice and wide. Plenty of maneuver room so you don’t feel crowded. Well shaded and maintained. Very tranquil area and everyone we passed was cordial! Highly recommend this area!
8. Hazen Brigade Monument
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By MurfB1901 - Hickory, United States
I lived in Murfreesboro for many years but never heard of the legend encapsulated at Hazen Brigade Monument. It is well worth your 15 minute stop to soak in history and imagine yourself there.
9. Mayday Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
At Mayday, here’s what we are about: • We want to make a quality product without taking ourselves too seriously. We make beer. We don’t perform open heart surgery, or transport nuclear waste; there is no reason to get uptight about it. • We want to make beer that you can drink more than one of. • We are a venue for great live music, in our tasting room, in the brewery, and outside when weather permits. • When you come to our brewery, we want it to be an experience. • We opened the brewery to have fun and make friends, and hopefully someday make some money. Love the people, love the beer!
Reviewed By morgandetweiler - Maryville, United States
Whether a day trip from Nashville or a weekend getaway, this is THE reason to go to Murfreesboro. If you’re in Nashville, take the 20 minute drive - you won’t regret it! We visited Mayday while in town for a conference. We had no expectations, other than visiting a local brewery. We entered from the church side of the building. The entrance into the brewery was funky and inviting. Walls filled with murals, colored lights around the entrance, pointing you to the taproom. The taproom is decorated with colorful, eclectic art, creating an awesome vibe. We sat at the bar and had a sampler each - every beer was excellent! The lemon basil sour and oranger-ginger-cardimom sour were my favorite, and my husband really enjoyed the green tea IPA (don’t knock it til you try it). The entire staff was friendly and personable, making it feel like we were old friends hanging out. Ozzy even offered to show us around the brewery, taking us through the wall of his family photos, then into the brewery to see where the magic is made. We also had the opportunity to talk with he and Ariana a while about upcoming events and plans for Mayday! Y’all! This place doesn’t need to be a secret - Mayday is doing great things and if you’re not in on it, you’re missing out!
10. Batey Farms
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