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.
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.
Music City Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Music City Center, a top convention centre in Nashville. 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.
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
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
"Great location, easy to walk to Broadway and nice hotel."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
"Very nice breakfast, very nice staff.We did not get to use the massage chairs, but that was a lovely extra that you provide"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Placemakr Premier SoBro
"My go-to hotel chain. Great location friendly staff. I have never had an issue. Repeat customer to this chain."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
"Great service!!!! Super clean"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Knights Inn Nashville
"I would STRONGLY recomend finding other accommodations unless you enjoy extreme disappiontment,and like being charged an additional $10 per day to park your car there during your stay!!!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Virgin Hotels Nashville
"I completely enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The amenities were aplenty and the staff members were cordial and accommodating. I can not wait to try a Virgin cruise if the customer service and experience is similar to this stay."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
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 Nissan Stadium 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 RCA Studio B while you're exploring the area.
SoBro
If you're spending some time in SoBro, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Bridgestone Arena 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.
East Nashville
The lively bars and live music are top of the list for many visitors to East Nashville. A stop by Nissan Stadium or Cumberland River might round out your trip.
