Historic Downtown Franklin Travel Guide
Nashville
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.
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.
Grand Ole Opry
The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.
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
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN
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
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Clean spacious room! Perfect for a weekend trip for a family of 5! Beds/pillows were very comfy!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Everything was fine
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Nashville
Nice place well maintained but to small of a pool area
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville
The staff was nice and the hotel was clean. They have a nice restaurant on site. You can also walk to several locations for entertainment, breakfast, lunch and dinner. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa
Everything was better than expected. Definitely a wise choice made in booking these accommodations. Customer service needs were answered quickly & efficiently. Very friendly as well. Would definitely stay again!!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
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.
