Historic Downtown Franklin Travel Guide
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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.
Grand Ole Opry
The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.
Ryman Auditorium
Take a tour of this historic performing arts venue and watch shows on a stage that has welcomed world-renowned names from Sarah Bernhardt to Johnny Cash.
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
"Perfect stay for walking Downtown very close. Parking was convenient, staff was friendly. Great place."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
"Excellent stay! The customer service was outstanding, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. The room was spacious, spotless, and beautifully remodeled with great amenities. Everything was comfortable and well-maintained. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Placemakr Premier SoBro
"Staff was amazing, the room was very clean, and you can't be the location!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
"Clean room, nice staff, good food!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa
"I would give zero stars if I could. Horrible customer service. Had medical emergency and refused to help me with transferring reservation to someone else or offering any sort of refund or credit. Refused to let me speak to a manager after requesting one multiple times. Said they would honor whatever ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
"Great place to stay last minute. close to everything in downtown. my only dislike was it was next to the freeway. Hear loud cars and firetrucks all night."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 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 Ryman Auditorium 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, 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.
