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.
Grand Ole Opry
A historic country music hall and home to the country's longest running radio show.
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.
Things to do
Guided Tour of the Lotz House Civil War Museum
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
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Placemakr Premier SoBro
We love it here. Perfect location. Reserved parking with Spothero in the same building saves $$$. Pool water is cold. Hot tub was not as hot as I like especially since the weather was cold. Room was clean. Everything worked. Only queen bed but we survived. DG in the same building and really close ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Very nice and clean
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Airport/Opryland
I have spent over 20K on several rooms since April 5th. I will never ever stay at not only a LaQuinta again but all Wyndham properties. By the way my budget for hotels annually is north of 200K. Clown show at this hotel!!!!!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Had a good variety for breakfast. And breakfast was well stocked. The sausage that was served was undercooked the one day. The property is definitely having work done on it. Think the parking lot and trash need a little better up keep. Some of the staff were very friendly others not . We had roaches ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown
Small room but nice. Good location. No coffee in room!
Reviewed on 2 May 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.
