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.
Grand Ole Opry
Get tickets for a show at Grand Ole Opry, a favourite theatre in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Love the bfast options! The bestest selection!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Knights Inn Nashville
Great place to stay . The property is close to a lot of the downtown entertainment.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Awesome view and great value/location!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Had a great 4 night stay here...easy cheap uber or lyft from the airport. Stayed 4 nights had a ground floor renovated room which was massive with two queen beds and a sofa. Really comfy beds good shower pressure and clean. Walkable to Broadway and other attractions. Good breakfast. 24hr tea coffee ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Room was clean ,staff friendly,breakfast good only valet parking convenient but a little pricey
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Franklin
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 FirstBank Stadium or Hank Williams Jr. Museum 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.
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.
