Historic Downtown Franklin
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.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Grand Ole Opry
A historic country music hall and home to the country's longest running radio show.
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
Franklin’s Festive Lights Spectacular A Christmas Wonderland Tour
Private Arrington Wine and Franklin Dine Tour from Nashville
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Knights Inn Nashville
Everything was clean and good
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Great location and breakfast. One of the elevators was not working which sometimes caused a longer wait.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Place was very clean
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Good
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Had another amazing stay with this location. Coco and Taj were absolutely wonderful Hostesses at check in. Coco was Very helpful with our entire stay it was very personable that she remembered us multiple days. Just when you think that’s it Taj remembers us at check out and wants to make sure our ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown
Love this places I stayed here twice so far and each time i stay it been getting better and better
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
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 Demonbreun Street 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.
