- The list below includes 12 free or cheap things to do in or near Murray, Kentucky, including 29 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Mini Golf, Movie Theaters and Music Venue.
- From Kentucky Lake to Murray Calloway Parks & Recreation, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Murray and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Benton and Gilbertsville.
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Covering 250.5 miles, the Kentucky Lake is the largest manmade lake in the Eastern United States. It is popular among fisherman for having the largest populations of white bass, buffalo carp, and yellow perch.
3.6 Miles
Murray Calloway Parks & Recreation provides opportunities in leisure and recreational activities in safe and educational environments. They conserve natural resources and offer a range of recreational activities including soccer fields, disc golf, picnic shelters and playgrounds.
0.8 Miles
The Arboretum at Murray State has a fully accessible horticultural display, public garden, and educational center. Two miles of paths offer visitors a relaxing walk and viewing of diverse plant life in open woodlands, savanna, prairie, forest, and wetlands.
1.2 Miles
An indoor miniature golf course lit by black lights, Treasure Golf features 18 holes of golf, each with its own distinctive layout, obstacles, and challenges. The course also features the Cove Cafe, which features a full menu.
0.4 Miles
Located on the campus of Murray State University, the Clara M. Eagle Art Gallery is an art gallery displaying a number of different works. The gallery is host to a number of different unique exhibitions throughout the year.
0.5 Miles
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North 16th Street and University Drive, Murray, KY
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Housed in the first permanent building constructed on the Murray State University campus, the Wrather West Kentucky Museum highlights the history of West Kentucky and the Jackson Purchase. Changing exhibits are also offered which cover this past era.
0.5 Miles
The movie theater, Cheri Theatres, features a $0.50 discount per ticket on cash sales, 3D viewings, senior discounts, and stadium seating. The theater also offers 'Dolby Digital Surround Sound' and hearing impaired listening devices.
0.4 Miles
Lovett Auditorium has hosted world-renouned performers, artists and speakers including Dave Matthews, The Yard Birds, David Letterman and Conway Twitty. The Auditorium has also featured Broadway Shows, symphony concerts, opera, dance recitals and nationally known speakers.
0.4 Miles
Corvette Lanes is a bowling alley that features shoe rentals, 'Glow Bowling', a fully stocked pro shop, a game room, and pool tables. The alley also offers competitive bowling leagues for adults.
22.2 Miles
Founded in 1988, the Kentucky Opry can now welcome up to 570 people and hosts live music performances and comedy shows.