- Our list of the best things to do in Franklin, Tennessee, features the top 135 nearby activities — including 62 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Franklin, TN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 26 things to do within the city of Franklin, TN , followed by 110 popular activities in nearby cities, including Nashville, Brentwood, Columbia, Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Spring Hill, Hermitage, Madison, Kingston Springs, Ashland City and Mount Juliet
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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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Lotz House Museum
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1111 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 37064
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Franklin, Tennessee is home to the Lotz House Museum, which contains objects from the Civil War. The museum has the largest single American collection of antiques from that period, and from the years immediately preceding the war.
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Immerse yourself in the history of Franklin, Tennessee with a tour from Franklin on Foot. This company offers enjoyable, educational walking tours that proceed through the city's heart and touch on a wide selection of its most important landmarks.
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Franklin's Carter House is part of the Carnton Plantation complex, a series of buildings that played important roles in the Civil War. The Carter House was originally a private residence but it became an important part of the Union defenses during the five-hour Battle of Carter.
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Franklin, Tennessee contains many significant homes and objects from the Civil War. One of the most prominent is the Historic Carnton Plantation, which miraculously survived the bloody Battle of Franklin. It is now a museum and event venue.
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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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5623 Pinewood Rd., Franklin, TN 37064
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See Franklin from above with an aerial tour courtesy of Middle Tennessee Hot Air Adventures. All trips are professionally piloted and have roomy, comfortable baskets that ensure a pleasant ride for everyone. Launches may be postponed or rescheduled due to inclement weather.
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The historic Franklin Theatre in Franklin, Tennessee offers a diverse assortment of programs for patrons of all ages. The Theatre screens classic movies, hosts concerts and presents professional theatrical productions. Advance reservations are recommended for all live shows.
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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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Boiler Room Theatre has offered live theatrical productions to the community since 2000. The building boasts 120 movie-theater style seats, 40-foot ceilings and natural acoustics. Parking is free, and several restaurants are nearby.
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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.