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.
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.
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.
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.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway
Private Arrington Wine and Franklin Dine Tour from Nashville
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Nice
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Knights Inn Nashville
Good places and localised if you have a car or not too expensive in Uber/Lyft to downtown. Is not a five stars hotel but do the job for our vacancy. I recommanded this place
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Very nice and clean
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
A great stay for a great price! One of the cheapest in the area. I was impressed
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
We have been visiting Nashville for the past 6 years and we always stay at Holiday Inn Express. Staff is very attentive, breakfast buffet is the best offering in Nashville and the location is central to many attractions.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown
Small room but nice. Good location. No coffee in room!
Reviewed on 2 May 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.
Historic Downtown Franklin Travel Guide
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