Historic Downtown Franklin Travel Guide

Nashville

A serene lakeside scene with a barn, trees, and a distant hill during sunrise.
A white colonial house with black shutters, an American flag, and two cannons in the front yard.
A rustic log cabin with a stone chimney, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A white colonial-style house with a balcony and a red flag.
A blue ceramic mug with a handle, featuring a label that reads "Franklin Mercantile Del."

Stay near popular Historic Downtown Franklin attractions

A theater marquee with "THEATRE" and "BULLY DEAN" signs.

Franklin Theatre

8.4/10 (263 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Stunning view outside the Lotz House Museum in Nashville

Guided Tour of the Lotz House Civil War Museum

฿368
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of the Lotz House Civil War Museum
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway

฿569
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Natchez Trace Parkway
Franklin’s Festive Lights Spectacular A Christmas Wonderland Tour

Franklin’s Festive Lights Spectacular A Christmas Wonderland Tour

฿60,246
per traveller
Franklin’s Festive Lights Spectacular A Christmas Wonderland Tour
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket

Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket

฿1,789
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
Nashville: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Nashville: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

฿1,069
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Nashville: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Nashville Riverboats Sightseeing Cruise

Nashville Riverboats Sightseeing Cruise

฿1,658
per adult
Nashville Riverboats Sightseeing Cruise
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown

4 out of 5
623 Union St Nashville TN
The price is ฿5,389 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,389
฿7,281 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (776 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown

3 out of 5
301 3rd Ave S Nashville TN
The price is ฿4,524 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,524
฿5,365 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,202 reviews)
"Very clean room, Parking spots in garage not wide enough for bigger vehicles to allow doors to be open when parking beside one of them. Jasmine very helpfull when needing help to retrieve wedding band that was knocked off dresser and bounced under the dresser."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG

3 out of 5
920 Broadway Nashville TN
The price is ฿4,493 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,493
฿5,870 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
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 ฿2,921 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿2,921
฿3,493 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Knights Inn Nashville

Knights Inn Nashville

1.5 out of 5
99 Spring St Nashville TN
The price is ฿2,041 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿2,041
฿2,697 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Knights Inn Nashville
Placemakr Premier SoBro

Placemakr Premier SoBro

4 out of 5
205 Demonbreun St Nashville TN
The price is ฿4,572 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,572
฿5,420 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,728 reviews)
"Amazing location! The property was everything I expected and more. Would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Placemakr Premier SoBro
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Franklin

Find the best Historic Downtown Franklin areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A city skyline with a river reflecting lights, a prominent building with a spire, and a bridge in the background.

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.

A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at night.
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SoBro

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

A bustling street lined with various shops and signs, including a whiskey bar and a boot store.

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.

A brick building with illuminated signs reading "FREE CRAB TOMORROW" and "WELCOME TO CRAB SHACK."

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.

A large indoor atrium with a glass ceiling, a central water feature, and surrounding greenery.

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.

Historic Downtown Franklin Travel Guide