- The list below includes 114 free or cheap things to do in or near Franklin, Tennessee, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
- From Downtown Franklin to McGavock Confederate Cemetery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Franklin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nashville, Brentwood, Columbia and Smyrna.
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Studio offers a chance to unleash the inner artist and socialize with people of similar interests over snacks and drinks
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Located within 15 miles of Nashville, Downtown Franklin has a markedly different vibe. This quirky strip features art galleries, restaurants, boutiques, clothiers, antique dealers, jewelry stores, coffee houses and other one-of-a-kind offerings found only in Franklin.
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Franklin, Tennessee is home to the McGavock Confederate Cemetery, a significant place for Civil War buffs. Many of the most prominent Confederate soldiers are buried here, most of whom perished during the horrifically bloody Battle of Franklin.
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239 Franklin Road Franklin, Franklin, TN 37064
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On the site of a former Walking Horse farm, The Park at Harlinsdale Farm has 60 acres of the former farm land open for public use. The park can be used for walking and has areas for picnics.
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Columbia Pike, Highway 31 South, Franklin, TN
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The Confederate Memorial Park at Winstead Hill serves as a memorial to the Army of Tennessee and the Confederate generals who lost their lives in the battle in 1864. Visitors enjoy the serene views of the Franklin Battlefield area.
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Fresh air is in plentiful supply at Winstead Hill Park in Franklin, Tennessee. The park features open spaces, trails, shady trees, restrooms and a 61-acre battlefield often used for Civil War reenactments.
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Located along Harpeth River, Pinkerton Park is situated on 34 acres of open green space. The park provides a one-mile walking trail, two playgrounds, picnic tables, barbecue grills, pavilions and restroom facilities.
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Visitors to Fort Granger Park enjoy walking and being at one with nature. This historical site, built as an artillery position around 1862, still includes trenches dug by Civil War soldiers.
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Pack a picnic for a day outdoors at Aspen Grove Park. A covered pavilion with picnic tables is available, and children will enjoy making use of the playground equipment. Grills are available for cookouts.
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Jct. Columbia Ave and Cleburne St., Franklin, TN 37064
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A piece of history remains at Carter Gin Assault Site Park, the center of the Battle of Franklin in 1864. The memorial is comprised of a cannonball pyramid monument along with historical markers scattered throughout.
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Providing an open space for dogs to run off-leash, Maggie's Bark Park is equipped with a walking trail and play equipment. Within close proximity of the county animal shelter, the park is also used to promote pet adoption.