Best of Murfreesboro, TN
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Murfreesboro, TN — mapped and organized by category.
About Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro is a city in Rutherford County, Tennessee, and its county seat. It had a population of 152,769 at the 2020 census. Located 34 miles (55 km) southeast of downtown Nashville, it is part of the Nashville metropolitan area in Middle Tennessee.
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Discovery Center
The Discovery Center is a children's museum and nature center located at 502 Southeast Broad Street near downtown Murfreesboro. It offers themed exploration areas for town life, science, trains, cars, a fire engine, and a farmers market, along with live animals and an outdoor nature play area. Visitors can also walk through trails that traverse the wetlands boardwalk.
The Discovery Center features a wetlands boardwalk that visitors can walk through.
View details →Best Hotels in Murfreesboro
30 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Courtyard by Marriot Nashville SE / Murfreesboro
A local hotel in Windsong Farms.
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro
A local hotel in Windsong Farms.
Best Restaurants in Murfreesboro
97 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Murfreesboro
11 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Murfreesboro
8 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Murfreesboro
7 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Discovery Center
The Discovery Center is a children's museum and nature center located at 502 Southeast Broad Street near downtown Murfreesboro. It offers themed exploration areas for town life, science, trains, cars, a fire engine, and a farmers market, along with live animals and an outdoor nature play area. Visitors can also walk through trails that traverse the wetlands boardwalk.
Best Shops in Murfreesboro
37 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Murfreesboro
17 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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