Historic Downtown Franklin Travel Guide
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Visit Historic Downtown Franklin
Popular places to visit
Franklin Theatre
Enjoy a show at Franklin Theatre, a popular theatre in Franklin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 holiday in 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.
Broadway
When you visit Broadway, a favourite shopping spot in Nashville, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Vanderbilt University
Explore the campus of Vanderbilt University, a top university in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway
Guided Tour of the Lotz House Civil War Museum
Franklin: Ghost Tour in Historic Franklin
Private Arrington Wine and Franklin Dine Tour from Nashville
Franklin’s Festive Lights Spectacular A Christmas Wonderland Tour
Autumn Romance Escape: A Nashville Couples' Getaway
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Great visit, staff were excellent. Everyone was helpful and very friendly. Breakfast was decent, lots of room and spaces to eat. Would definitely return.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Room 624. The stay was fine however a few things u might address: the sink faucet in the bathroom does not stay in position, the shower door does not stay closed and water flows out of the shower onto the floor. The bathroom floor is slippery with or without the water leaking from the shower. Great ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville
Highly recommend! Food at the restaurant is delicious!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Amazing location! One of the better free breakfasts I've had anywhere in the U.S.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Nashville
Clean and spacious room. Cute property, amazing rooftop pool, walkable to broadway.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa
First of all, Nashville needs to realize it’s not Chicago. There’s a reason people travel south and it’s not just the weather. Southern hospitality is a treasured commodity that is missed without human interaction. I’m a northern girl that typically prefers efficiency With that being said
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Franklin
Green Hills
Unique features of Green Hills include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Bluebird Cafe or Mall at Green Hills while you're exploring the area.
Midtown
The lively bars and 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.
Eighth Avenue
Visitors to Eighth Avenue like its museums and coffee shops, and Adventure Science Center is a sight worth a stop.
South Nashville
You'll enjoy the museums and live music in South Nashville. You might want to make time for a stop at Lane Motor Museum or The Fairgrounds Nashville.
Edgehill
While Edgehill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Broadway and Nissan Stadium.
Music Row
The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Music Row. Make a stop by Demonbreun Street or RCA Studio B while you're exploring the area.
