Family Adventures · Hidden Gems

Stones River National Battlefield

Civil War battlefield trails, monuments, and visitor center.

Location

Murfreesboro, TN

Why it’s worth the drive

The case for getting in the car.

It is a place to walk slowly and let the landscape explain the history—far more affecting than a textbook summary.

CostFree

Good for kidsYes

Settingmixed

Plan for1–3 hours

Keep exploring

A compact historic village with preserved buildings and local artifacts.

45 min est.Admission varies

A connected greenway system along Stones River and city parks.

45 min est.Free

A vineyard with rolling-hill views south of Nashville.

40 min est.Tastings and purchases vary