Find the Best Things to Do in Franklin
About Franklin
Franklin, Tennessee has a unique blend of history and new growth. It was founded in 1799 and named after Benjamin Franklin, and was home to one of the bloodiest battles in the Civil War, the Battle of Franklin. It's a celebrated town, known for its authentic visitor experience. Franklin combines its dynamic downtown, cultural diversity, attractive architecture and a strong commitment to historic preservation to charm every person who stops through for a visit.
See & Do
The Factory at Franklin is a 12-building dining, retail and entertainment complex known for its boutiques, southern fare, and great eats.
Eat
You won’t find any pre-made mixes in this bakery – instead you'll be served delicious home-made, straight-from-scratch, pies, brownies, cookies and breads. The menu includes the ever-popular chicken salad sandwich as well as tuna salad, egg salad and pimento cheese sandwiches, and a variety of grilled specialties all served on fresh homemade bread. The always popular Merridee's is a celebrated staple of downtown Franklin.
Party
Gorgeous Franklin is full of history. Confederate soldiers, steel magnolias, eccentric doyennes, suicidal businessmen and scandalous women all used to call Franklin home. After dark these long departed Franklinites have been known to make appearances in the buildings in downtown Franklin, and what better way to spy on them than on one of Franklin on Foot's family-friendly night ghost tours? It's a spooktacular way to start the evening and end your day.
Stay
The perfect place to rest your head while visiting Franklin, the Residence inn by Marriott is just a few miles outside of downtown and offers all the comforts of home with a side of southern hospitality.
Shop
With streets designate to antiquing and more boutiques than any southern belle could dream of, Downtown Franklin offers affordable luxury for every shopper.