Attractions

Arrington Vineyards & Winery is centrally located to Franklin and Nashville.  The unique Tasting Lodge, built from rustic timbers and Tennessee fieldstone, affords breathtaking views of the rolling hills and  beautiful countryside.Complimentary tastings are available in the rustic tasting lodge to visitors over twenty-one years of age. MUSIC IN THE... MORE >>

The Boiling Spring Academy is a restored two-story school house built in 1832. The Academy opened in 1833 as a private school for boys of wealthy landowners and became a public school in 1887. The restored schoolhouse is now owned by the City of Brentwood and is located in Primm Park. The Park is the site of two National Register properties:... MORE >>

Home to the New York Times bestseller, The Widow of the South, this elegant plantation home became a makeshift field hospital during the fierce Battle of Franklin. Carnton Plantation offers daily tours of the beautifully restored mansion, ornamental gardens, and the largest privately owned Confederate cemetery in the country. The Fleming Visitor's... MORE >>

The Carter House, built in 1830, was the epicenter of the Civil War’s Battle of Franklin. Daily tours include video presentation, museum, and guided tour of the farmhouse and grounds.Admission: yesHours: Mon-Sat 9am - 5pm, Sun noon - 5pm(Closed most major holidays)GROUPS: Groups enjoy touring the Carter House. Large groups would be divided into... MORE >>

The Civil War in Franklin Guided Walking Tour offers a glimpse of civilians in Franklin who experienced want and need as well as heartbreak and loss during the entire Civil War era. Ordinary folks found themselves embroiled in a conflict that no one could have imagined. Some of the people you will meet include Dr. John Park, who was ordered to... MORE >>

Classic Franklin Guided Walking Tour provides an overview of Franklin's history, with something for everyone in the family. You'll get a glimpse into the lives of some of the town's most interesting people and gain an appreciation for some of the most historic buildings and the events that took place in them. You'll learn about a church for freed... MORE >>

Located in Brentwood's Crockett Park, the Cool Springs House was originally built in 1830 as a two-room log home.  Major additions and renovations have turned the log home into a beautifully restored house and grounds. Not open to the public for tours.

Built circa 1929, The historic Factory is  a complex of 11 depression-era factory buildings which have been renovated into one of Tennessee's most unique shopping, dining, and entertainment venues!  Restaurants, antiques shops, art galleries, one-of-a-kind retail stores, culinary school, theater, working artisans, farmer’s market... MORE >>

Fort Granger, built in 1862 by Union troops as afederal post and signaling station, is accessible by short hike fromFranklin's Pinkerton Park. A walking trail leads to an overlook of the south part of the city. Surrounding the perimeter of the site are trenches dug by Civil WarTroops.

One of the best ways to experience the beautiful architecture, the history and the interesting stories of the past is by guided walking tour of Historic Downtown Franklin. Look through the walking tour listings to learn more about Franklin On Foot's variety of tours such as Classic Franklin, Haunted Franklin, Ghosts of the Battlefield at the Lotz... MORE >>

The beautifully restored Franklin Theatre has been brought back to life as a state-of-the art, mutli-use entertainment venue for live performances, movies and events that seats 290+.Buy tickets at the box office 30 minutes before the first showing of the day or online at www.franklintheatre.comMOVIES: Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat Matinee, SunLIVE... MORE >>

Ghosts of the Battlefield Tour takes you inside the Lotz House, the historic house museum where visitors will view this beautifully restored 1858 "show house" while hearing stories of bloodshed and destruction... and unexplained phenomena. When lives are cut short, sometimes spirits remain. That might be what happened here. The Lotz house was in... MORE >>

Golf House Tennessee houses the state's three major golf associations: Tn Golf Assn, Tn PGA and the TN Golf Foundation with displays of memorabilia and the history of each association.

Grave Matters Cemetery Guided Walking Tour:Dead men tell no tales, but their tombstones do. And your Franklin on Foot guide will tell the about the always interesting, sometimes tragic and often shocking stories from Franklin's Rest Haven and Old City cemeteries. You will hear about the Civil War soldiers buried in these cemeteries, including... MORE >>

The Haunted Franklin Guided Walking Tour in downtown Franklin is just a' crawlin' with ghosts! Your guide, dressed in period costume, will regale you with tales of departed socialites, spies, businessmen, Confederate soldiers, and even the children who roam Main Street and Third Avenue. One is helpful, several appear lonely, and one seems to be... MORE >>

This beautiful 15-block historic district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places is a Great American Main Street experience! Centered by the town square and surrounded by lovely Victorian architecture, this vibrant Main Street offers more than history. You'll find unique shops, restaurants, antiques stores and more to enjoy.GROUPS:... MORE >>

Welcome to Iris City Gardens. We grow a wide variety of beautiful flowers. Our gardens have thousands of iris, daylillies and peonies in full bloom and we are open for visitors Wednesday through Sunday, 9 am until 4 pm, April 14th to June 27th. Open by appointment only throughout the year (closed Mon & Tue).There are iris, daylillies, peonies... MORE >>

Leiper’s Fork is a charming historic village located just minutes from Historic Downtown Franklin in some of Middle Tennessee's most beautiful countryside.  Here you'll find a friendly atmosphere and one-of-a-kind shops, antiques, artisans, and an art gallery, as well as plenty of good ol' country cookin' and entertainment.  And it's located just... MORE >>

Where memories of the Civil War…a vanished era, linger…History of the HouseLotz House, which has been on the National Historic Register since 1976 is located in the heart of downtown historic Franklin, Tennessee at "ground zero" for the Battle of Franklin which was a pivotal battle in the Civil War on November 30, 1864.The house was built in 1858... MORE >>

History holds a unique and moving story through artifacts, pictures and exhibits at the McLemore House. Built by a former slave, this museum home chronicles the struggles, triumphs and significant contributions of African Americans in Williamson County. Open Thursday-Saturday, 10am-2pm. Custom tours and other tour times available by reservation.... MORE >>

Murder and Mayhem on Main Street Guided Walking Tour: In contrast to the quaint and charming Franklin of today, the town's past was seamy and crime-filled. Your guide will fill you in on all the details on our very popular PG-14 tour, which is not for the squeamish, as we discuss murder (all kinds: for hire, passion- and alcohol-fueled);... MORE >>

The Natchez Trace Parkway, a National Scenic Byway, closely follows the course of the ancient trace traveled for centuries by tradesmen and Indians from Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee passing through Williamson County. The double arch bridge, a 12 million dollar architectural marvel, is the highlight of the trace for Williamson... MORE >>

The town of Nolensville, Tennessee welcomes you! Established in 1839, it is a quaint community with a village feel. Enjoy shopping, award-winning restaurants, and historic points of interest. The historic downtown district is being revitalized along with the main shopping area in Nolensville. There are six properties listed on the historic... MORE >>

O'More College of Design is located in the historic downtown district of Franklin. The centerpieces of the campus are the circa 1866 Abbey Leix Mansion and the circa 1887 Fleming-Farrar Hall, which houses the Sensory Teaching & Learning Center.The campus also features a sensory garden walk in a lovely park setting complete with outdoor benches... MORE >>