Things to do in Murfreesboro
What should a visitor do in Murfreesboro? This list is built by readers, one pick at a time. Add the place you would take a friend.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are September to October. In March, June and December, rain makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Parks and sights near Murfreesboro
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Vanderbilt University 30 miles
- Belmont University 29 miles
- Nashville State Community College 32 miles
- Tennessee State University 32 miles
- Motlow State Community College 34 miles
- Lipscomb University 28 miles
- Cumberland University 26 miles
- Trevecca Nazarene University 28 miles
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Murfreesboro actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known places to visit near Murfreesboro?
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (museum, 29 miles), Vanderbilt University (place, 30 miles), Parthenon (museum, 31 miles), Middle Tennessee State University (place, 3 miles) and Belmont University (place, 29 miles) are among the parks and sights people know best within about 35 miles.
When is the best time to visit Murfreesboro?
For comfortable weather, go in September to October, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Murfreesboro: city profile, weather by month, ask a local.
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