Historic Downtown Franklin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Historic Downtown Franklin
Historic Downtown Franklin
Photo by Zav Lif
Photo by Zav Lif
Photo by Davin McLaird
Photo by Davin McLaird
Photo by Davin McLaird
Photo by Davin McLaird

Popular places to visit

Lotz House Museum

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.

Lotz House Museum
Carter House

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.

Carter House
Grand Ole Opry

Grand Ole Opry

4.5/5(12 reviews)

A historic country music hall and home to the country's longest running radio show.

Grand Ole Opry
Broadway

Broadway

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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.

Broadway
Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University

5/5(1 review)

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.

Vanderbilt University
Bridgestone Arena

Bridgestone Arena

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Catch an event at Bridgestone Arena during your trip to Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Bridgestone Arena

Activities

Franklin's Civil War Tour

The Franklin Hop on Hop off Trolley

AU$59
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Franklin Hop on Hop off Trolley
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway

AU$26
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway
Franklin: Ghost Tour in Historic Franklin

Franklin: Ghost Tour in Historic Franklin

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Franklin: Ghost Tour in Historic Franklin
Private Half Day Wine and Dine Tour from Nashville

Private Wine Tour with Arrington Vineyards & Wines in the Fork

AU$756
per adult
Private Wine Tour with Arrington Vineyards & Wines in the Fork
Autumn Romance Escape: A Nashville Couples' Getaway

Autumn Romance Escape: A Nashville Couples' Getaway

AU$2,722
per traveller
Autumn Romance Escape: A Nashville Couples' Getaway
General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville

General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville

AU$170
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville
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Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Franklin Hotel Deals

Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row

Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row

3.5 out of 5
1407 Division Street, Nashville, TN
The price is AU$268 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$268
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,037 reviews)
"A great place for fans of Country Music!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center

3 out of 5
1501 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
The price is AU$207 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$207
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,956 reviews)
"Convenient to downtown and the staff were very nice and helpful. Breakfast was better than expected. Room could use some updates but it was clean. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Knights Inn Nashville

Knights Inn Nashville

1.5 out of 5
99 Spring St, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$121 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$121
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (755 reviews)
"Location is in easy walking distance of downtown Nashville and most of the attractions. The walk may not necessarily be ideal if you are not a confident person though as not all through well lit areas at night. The accomodation was clean and reasonably quiet and a good selection choice was available ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Knights Inn Nashville
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown

3 out of 5
301 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN
The price is AU$346 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$346
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,553 reviews)
"Perfect location for a Nashville vacation!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Holiday Inn Nashville Downtown - Stadium by IHG

Holiday Inn Nashville Downtown - Stadium by IHG

2.5 out of 5
211 N 1st Street, Nashville, TN
The price is AU$218 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$218
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (951 reviews)
"Overall good hotel. Bathtub was slightly dirty."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Nashville Downtown - Stadium by IHG
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Nashville South

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Nashville South

3 out of 5
4311 Sidco Dr, Nashville, TN
The price is AU$118 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$118
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (480 reviews)
"We were apprehensive due to reviews but with reviews referencing a recent remodel we decided to roll the dice because of the price and location. We are happy we did. I'd say the remodel was on the lower end (i.e. repaint trim vs replace trim and not a top of the line painter, older building with ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Nashville South
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Franklin

Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art which includes landscape views and a park

Bellevue

Bellevue is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Edwin and Percy Warner Parks and Cumberland River.

Bellevue
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Green Hills

3/5(1 area review)

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.

Green Hills
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Hillsboro Village

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Hillsboro Village is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts and Curb Event Center.

Hillsboro Village
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South Nashville

2/5(1 area review)

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.

South Nashville
Adventure Science Center which includes interior views and colourful reefs

Eighth Avenue

Visitors to Eighth Avenue like its museums and coffee shops, and Adventure Science Center is a sight worth a stop.

Eighth Avenue
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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.

Midtown

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