Skip to main content

Day Trips from Murfreesboro

← All Murfreesboro day trips

Day Trips from Murfreesboro: Art Galleries & Cultural Attractions

The best art galleries, cultural attractions, and creative destinations within driving distance of Murfreesboro, TN. World-class museums, local galleries, sculpture gardens, and artist communities worth the trip. Ratings, drive times, and booking info included.

12 art & culture near Murfreesboro

Metro Parks Centennial Art Center, Nashville, TN 37203

Metro Parks Centennial Art Center

Nashville, TN 37203

Just 41 min from Murfreesboro, rated 5.0 stars, packed with outdoor activities and adventure.

41 min5.0 (30)Adventure$15 - $50

Best time to visit: Spring through fall for most outdoor activities. Winter for snow sports where available.

Kennedy - Douglass Center For The Arts, Florence, AL 35630

Kennedy - Douglass Center For The Arts

Florence, AL 35630

Just 2 hrs 23 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.9 stars, rich in history and well worth exploring.

2 hrs 23 min4.9 (34)HistoryAdventure$10 - $25

Best time to visit: Year-round. Indoor museums and historic sites are great rainy-day options.

Bluff View Sculpture Garden, Chattanooga, TN 37403

Bluff View Sculpture Garden

Chattanooga, TN 37403

Just 1 hr 40 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.8 stars, rich in history and well worth exploring.

1 hr 40 min4.8 (37)HistoryAdventure$10 - $25

Best time to visit: Year-round. Indoor museums and historic sites are great rainy-day options.

Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center

Hendersonville, TN 37075

Just 48 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.7 stars by 152 visitors, a cultural standout with galleries and local arts.

48 min4.7 (152)Arts & CultureHistoryAdventure$10 - $30

Best time to visit: Year-round. Check local event calendars for festivals and seasonal exhibits.

Mentone Arts Center, Mentone, AL 35984

Mentone Arts Center

Mentone, AL 35984

Just 1 hr 59 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.7 stars, a popular destination with plenty to see and do.

1 hr 59 min4.7 (49)Attraction$10 - $40

Best time to visit: Spring and fall offer mild weather and smaller crowds at most attractions.

Carnegie Visual Arts Center, Decatur, AL 35601

Carnegie Visual Arts Center

Decatur, AL 35601

Just 1 hr 47 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.7 stars by 102 visitors, a cultural standout with galleries and local arts.

1 hr 47 min4.7 (102)Arts & CultureAdventure$10 - $30

Best time to visit: Year-round. Check local event calendars for festivals and seasonal exhibits.

Alabama Center for the Arts, Decatur, AL 35601

Alabama Center for the Arts

Decatur, AL 35601

Just 1 hr 49 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.7 stars by 161 visitors, a popular destination with plenty to see and do.

1 hr 49 min4.7 (161)Attraction$10 - $40

Best time to visit: Spring and fall offer mild weather and smaller crowds at most attractions.

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, Huntsville, AL 35805

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment

Huntsville, AL 35805

Just 1 hr 55 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.7 stars by 3,911 visitors, a cultural standout with galleries and local arts.

1 hr 55 min4.7 (3,911)Arts & CultureFood & WineAdventure$10 - $30

Best time to visit: Year-round. Check local event calendars for festivals and seasonal exhibits.

River Gallery, Chattanooga, TN 37403

River Gallery

Chattanooga, TN 37403

Just 1 hr 39 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.7 stars, a cultural standout with galleries and local arts.

1 hr 39 min4.7 (69)Arts & CultureAdventure$10 - $30

Best time to visit: Year-round. Check local event calendars for festivals and seasonal exhibits.

Plateau Creative Arts Center, Crossville, TN 38558

Plateau Creative Arts Center

Crossville, TN 38558

Just 1 hr 54 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.7 stars by 120 visitors, a cultural standout with galleries and local arts.

1 hr 54 min4.7 (120)Arts & Culture$10 - $30

Best time to visit: Year-round. Check local event calendars for festivals and seasonal exhibits.

Hunter Museum of American Art, Chattanooga, TN 37403

Hunter Museum of American Art

Chattanooga, TN 37403

Just 1 hr 39 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.7 stars by 2,048 visitors, rich in history and well worth exploring.

1 hr 39 min4.7 (2,048)HistoryAdventure$10 - $25

Best time to visit: Year-round. Indoor museums and historic sites are great rainy-day options.

Bluff View Art District, Chattanooga, TN 37403

Bluff View Art District

Chattanooga, TN 37403

Just 1 hr 39 min from Murfreesboro, rated 4.6 stars by 413 visitors, a cultural standout with galleries and local arts.

1 hr 39 min4.6 (413)Arts & CultureFood & WineAdventure$10 - $30

Best time to visit: Year-round. Check local event calendars for festivals and seasonal exhibits.

Frequently Asked Questions About Art & Culture Day Trips from Murfreesboro

What are the best art galleries near Murfreesboro, TN?

The best art destinations near Murfreesboro include regional art museums, contemporary galleries, sculpture gardens, and artist colony towns. Check the cards above for top-rated cultural spots with drive times.

Are there free art galleries near Murfreesboro?

Yes. Many galleries near Murfreesboro are free to visit, and several museums offer free admission days or pay-what-you-wish hours. Check individual listings for current admission policies.

What cultural events happen near Murfreesboro?

Art walks, gallery openings, sculpture exhibitions, and cultural festivals run throughout the year in communities near Murfreesboro. Summer and fall tend to have the most events. Check local calendars before planning your trip.

When is the best time to visit art destinations near Murfreesboro?

Art galleries and museums are great year-round. For outdoor sculpture gardens, spring through fall is ideal. Many communities host art festivals and open studio events in summer and early fall.

Don't know where to go?

Tell us your interests, budget, and how far you want to drive. We'll find the perfect trip for you.

Surprise me