Visit Historic Downtown Franklin
Popular places to visit
Lotz House Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Lotz House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Franklin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Carter House
You can browse the exhibits at Carter House, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Franklin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Grand Ole Opry
The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.
Vanderbilt University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Vanderbilt University, a top university in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Broadway
When you visit Broadway, a favorite shopping spot in Nashville, you can browse for souvenirs. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Franklin Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with Live Narration
Franklin: Ghost Tour in Historic Franklin
Franklin’s Festive Lights Spectacular A Christmas Wonderland Tour
Guided Tour of the Lotz House Civil War Museum
Private Wine Tour with Arrington Vineyards & Wines in the Fork
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway
Historic Downtown Franklin Hotel Deals
Knights Inn Nashville
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Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
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Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
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Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
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Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville/The Gulch
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Margaritaville Hotel Nashville
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Other neighborhoods around Historic Downtown Franklin
Bellevue
Bellevue is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sri Ganesha Temple and Edwin and Percy Warner Parks.
Green Hills
Unique features of Green Hills include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mall at Green Hills or The Bluebird Cafe while you're exploring the area.
Hillsboro Village
Hillsboro Village is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts and Curb Event Center.
South Nashville
You'll enjoy the museums and live music in South Nashville. You might want to make time for a stop at Tennessee State Fairgrounds or Geodis Park.
Eighth Avenue
Visitors to Eighth Avenue like its museums and coffeehouses, and Adventure Science Center is a sight worth a stop.
Midtown
The great bars and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Midtown. A stop by FirstBank Stadium or Demonbreun Street might round out your trip.
Historic Downtown Franklin Hotels by Brand
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