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.
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
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
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
It was ok
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Average
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Great location. Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and well equipped.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Nashville - Vanderbilt (Dwtn) by IHG
The management, specifically Hervie, made our stay so perfect. He was so fun during check in and checked with us throughout our stay to make sure everything was perfect. This hotel is centrally located in Nashville and has a free shuttle to many areas including downtown. This is our new favorite ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown
Clean room within easy walk to Broadway .
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville
The front desk staff were warm and inviting. The hotel was clean and
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Franklin
Bellevue
Bellevue is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Edwin and Percy Warner Parks and Flat Creek.
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 Demonbreun Street or Memorial Gymnasium 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.
