Experience the Outdoors

Murray's proximity to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes creates the ideal setting for any outdoor backdrops. Murray is also home to various golf courses, parks and Murray State's campus.
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Welcome to Murray

A Film Ready City in Kentucky

Murray, Kentucky is located two hours northwest of Nashville International Airport and is a university town, surrounded by a rural farming community. Just fifteen minutes away from Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, filming options across the 170,000 acres of trails, waterways and wildlife are endless.

The historic court square shines with a 100-year-old courthouse as the center of downtown. Historic neighborhoods blend seamlessly into the Murray State University culture, where over 11,000 students call home, including a thriving Theatre Department.

Named the Friendliest Small Town in America by USA Today and Rand-McNally, Murray offers authentic southern hospitality with easily accessible accommodations, dining and locations.

 

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Visitor Guide

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β€œIt’s always going to be home for me.”

β€” Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzlies Point Guard, the Athletic

Murray was named the Friendliest Small Town in America by Rand McNally and USA Today. When visitors shop in our stores, eat in our restaurants and attend our events, warm greetings and smiling faces will be found. Start planning a visit to Murray, Kentucky! Want more information about Murray? The Visitor Guide is the go-to print resource for planning a trip to Murray. It's full of valuable information from accommodations to local restaurants (including the top five Must Eats of Murray!) View it Online Now or request a copy by emailing us.

 

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