Historic Downtown Franklin
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Popular places to visit
Franklin Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Franklin Theatre, a storied theater 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 trip to Franklin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Grand Ole Opry
A historic country music hall and home to the country's longest running radio show.
Broadway
When you visit Broadway, a favorite shopping spot in Nashville, you can browse for souvenirs. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Vanderbilt University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Vanderbilt University, a top university in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the 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
Autumn Romance Escape: A Nashville Couples' Getaway
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Franklin
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Breakfast was good, and the food fresh. The staff was super, very helpful and happy to solve a problem. They wer helpful in moving my room to another room when a problem was presented. The condition of the room was poor and not cleaned.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Location was great
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Very good
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Nashville
We were here for one night only and would love to stay again for a longer period next time we are in Nashville. Pool was smaller then I thought. But it wasn't crowded and drinks and food are available!!
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa
Clean room. Walkable to Broadway.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Nashville Airport
Very clean
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
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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 great bars and great 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 coffeehouses, 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 might 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 Upper Room while you're exploring the area.
