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.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Grand Ole Opry
The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.
Things to do
Guided Tour of the Lotz House Civil War Museum
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway
Franklin: Ghost Tour in Historic Franklin
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour
Franklin: Haunted History & Crime Walking Tour
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
"Clean room, nice staff. Diminutive breakfast or the bar."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Placemakr Premier SoBro
"Very convenient location and had everything we needed. Great gym! Wish they had a ROWER in their gym!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown
"There was a fan constantly running in the bathroom. The shower defaulted to the hand held unit so that when the water was turned on it sprayed all over the place until you could grab it. The shower curtain was placed outside the boundaries of the shower and it was a flat pan so there was nothing ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
"Fabulous location in the middle of Nashville. Lovely big swimming pool. An oasis on hot days. Great breakfast too. Reception staff were very abrupt. No ' how y'all doing' or any pleasantries! To the point of being rude. All other staff were very nice."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Virgin Hotels Nashville
"Not great. The AC was not cooling the room. Seemed very damp."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
"Had a great time. Rooms were clean and available as soon as we arrived. Staff let us check in and provided an adjoining room for our girls trip. Breakfast buffet was great and staff were very friendly."
Reviewed on 30 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 The Fairgrounds Nashville or Geodis Park.
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.
