Historic Downtown Franklin Travel Guide
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Visit Historic Downtown Franklin
Stay near popular Historic Downtown Franklin attractions
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’s Festive Lights Spectacular A Christmas Wonderland Tour

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

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
"Perfect location for an event downtown. Staff was helpful and accommodating. Breakfast buffet was nice."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
"Great hotel. We stayed one night and staff was friendly and they offered a nice breakfast."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Knights Inn Nashville
"Over all it wasn’t bad, you get what u pay for, the only thing bothered me is the 10 bucks per car per night fee, where there’s a huge sign saying “ park at your own risk, we’re not responsible if your car is broken into”, this is inside the hotel’s parking lot, if I’m parking at my own risk, why ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Placemakr Premier SoBro
"I have stayed at this hotel several times over the past two years, and every experience has been exceptional. The staff is absolutely amazing from making reservations to check-in and all the way through check-out. They are always professional, welcoming, and genuinely focused on providing outstanding ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
"There was chemical cleaning agent smell in the room like trying to cover up smoking. Otherwise, this was a good value for the location."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown
"Great location 1 block away from Broadway and the main action, nice spacious room with a view, modern rustic feel, excellent amenities. Easy check in and checkout with super friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Franklin

Downtown Nashville
The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Broadway or Bridgestone Arena while you're exploring the area.

Music Row
The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Music Row. Make a stop by Demonbreun Street or Hartzler-Towner Multicultural Museum while you're exploring the area.

SoBro
If you're spending some time in SoBro, Bridgestone Arena and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are top sights worth seeing.

The District
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to The District. A stop by Broadway or Ryman Auditorium might round out your trip.

Opryland
A noteworthy feature of Opryland is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Grand Ole Opry and Cooter's Nashville.























