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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Vanderbilt University
Explore the campus of Vanderbilt University, a top university in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
The room was great and easily walkable to Broadway.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
The room had everything you need for a night away from home including microwave and mini fridge. Large bathroom with bright lighted mirror. Breakfast buffet was well stocked and included an omelet bar!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
The room was clean and the staff there were all very nice. The front desk staff was very helpful and super friendly!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Nashville - Vanderbilt (Dwtn) by IHG
Room was clean and it was quiet.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown
All of the staff was friendly and helpful throughout our entire stay. Rooms were well appointed with a very comfy bed. The rooftop heated pool was a plus and the location was perfect.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville
The Best Hotel Bed & Pillow Combo. Had a great sleep. Also a fantastic hotel gym.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Franklin
Bellevue
Bellevue is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Edwin and Percy Warner Parks and Flat Creek.
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 Demonbreun Street or Memorial Gymnasium 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 The Fairgrounds Nashville or Geodis Park.
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.
