The Franklin center is about the area of Franklin Civil War Museum.
Franklin experiences four distinct seasons, so be mindful of the weather when planning your visit. Wintertime can be quite charming, especially when Main Street is decked out for its Christmas festival, but the entire Nashville area can feel a little gloomy from November to March, and winter temperatures can get chilly. With the exception of the holidays, you can score some incredible hotel rates during this time. If you do plan to visit Franklin during the winter months, keep in mind that Nashville hosts the popular CMA Awards in November and A Country Christmas in December, which tend to draw in larger crowds.
The best time to visit Franklin is from April to October when the weather is sunny. It's a good idea to pack for all types of weather conditions, though, as the Nashville area experiences some fickle weather. Highs in Franklin can creep into the 90s in July, but they hover around the low 70s in early spring and fall. Hotels do increase their room rates during the summer, so if you're wanting to get the best deals, schedule your trip for the spring and fall shoulder seasons. This will also help you avoid the crowds.
If you know where to stay, you can find some amazing discounts and special offers at area Franklin hotels. AAA members, AARP members, active military, veterans, and government employees can save as much as 20 percent off area hotels like the Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville South Cool Springs. This accommodation also offers a variety of special packages throughout the year. Book one of these packages to enjoy extras such as a premium Wi-Fi upgrade, free nights, double points rewards, late check-out, and more.
Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville/Franklin (Cool Springs) also offers AAA, AARP, senior, and military discounts. The hotel's special romance package goes a step further to include chocolates, a bottle of bubbly, and fresh flowers. Package options vary by hotel chain and tend to change with the seasons, so research your options early to take advantage of the best discounts and add-on deals.
Franklin (and the greater Nashville area) offers several mid-range accommodations that give you plenty of value for the money. Aloft Nashville – Cool Springs is a trendy hotel in Franklin offering a 24-hour pantry, an indoor saltwater pool, an on-site bar, free Wi-Fi, and dog treats for your canine traveling companion. The hotel places you mere steps from CoolSprings Galleria, which gives you access to plenty of shopping and dining options. Sleek rooms feature in-room movies, LCD flat-screen TVs, king or queen beds, high ceilings, complimentary bottled water, spa bath amenities, a free daily newspaper, maid service, and data port lines.
For a more casual stay, book the Comfort Inn on Franklin Commons Court. Conveniently located off the interstate, this pet-friendly hotel is just a short drive from Nashville, Carnton Plantation, Pinkerton Park, the Galleria, Arrington Vineyards, and The Carter House State Historic Site. Guest amenities include an indoor heated pool, fitness center, free full breakfast, and free parking.
If you're hoping to explore beyond Main Street, Franklin offers a variety of historic sites worth visiting. The historic Carnton Plantation was built in 1826 and features a Confederate Cemetery honoring the soldiers who fell at the Battle of Franklin.
The Lotz House Civil War Museum is a home built in 1858 that's currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum allows you to catch a glimpse through time to the Civil War era, when the Lotz family lived here.
Other historically relevant sites in Franklin include the Carter House, Winstead Hill Park, and Confederate Memorial Park at Winstead Hill. You should also stroll around Franklin on foot to discover the city's many historic buildings for yourself.
Whether you're looking for an upscale boutique hotel near Nashville or a budget-friendly hotel close to world-class shopping venues, you can find the perfect accommodation to meet your needs in Franklin.
Below are reviews of the city of Franklin, TN from an actual visitor's perspective.
I enjoy events at the Williamson Expo. Also the convenient location to Nashville.
Cute little town with good restaurants and shops and not far from our hotel.
Plenty of fun things to do!
Great location!
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No crime,nice location
Convenient to Williamson Ag Center, restaurants, gas and main highway.
The history and people of Franklin are amazing.
Shopping
Nice and pretty place!
Nice places to eat around the hotel.
The Cool Springs Mall is across the street along with many great restaurants.
So many places to tour and restaurants of diverse varieties.
Beautiful town - quaint and amazing.
The hotel was great very clean, comfortable. Clean and well designed
Close to freeway, going to Civil War Site today, easy drive to Broadway, downtown Franklin looks cute
The town was friendly, clean and inviting.
Love Franklin TN!
The room was clean and comfortable. Loved Franklin. Even with all the traffic people were friendly, shopping was great, restaurants wonderful and beautiful countryside.
Loved it! Great shopping
Close to everything we needed.
The history and houses were really nice to look at.
Beautiful and friendly!
Visited the mall and had great time at the championship volleyball tournament
Franklin is a beautiful town.
Franklin was great. Lots of places to eat.
Franklin was great. Lots of places to eat.
Plenty of restaurants and good shopping!
The location was perfect!
Lovely town. We will return.
Love Franklin, visit once a year.
Love Franklin, very clean city.
It has great restaurants such as Edley's BBQ and the city isn't as crowded as going into Nashville.
The service and staff were absolutely wonderful. Our grandkids are there! Other than that, great restaurants, beautiful area, a lot going on
The room was clean, comfortable. The staff was friendly. Franklin is great. We usually stay at the Best Western and always eat at Quine!
The room was clean, and the staff was friendly! Franklin is great. We usually stay at the Best Western and always eat at Quine!
The room was clean, comfortable. The staff was friendly. Clean
Love the town of Franklin! Has so many neat stores and easy to get around!
Interesting downtown area with great restaurants. Have visited Civil War mansion.
Downtown was lovely.
We were only there for volleyball tournament! We did venture to Cool Springs Galleria Mall...very nice!
LOVED THE CITY!
Convenient to the highway and south of Nashville, making a new day a bit easier than going through the busy city.
Beautiful town with good selection of restaurants and activities.
The downtown area with all the little shops!
DINED AT LOCAL RESTAURANTS.
The Publix shopping center is within walking distance.
Enjoyed the location, staff was very friendly, room clean. I love the laid-back, quite, clean city.
Loved the Franklin downtown area with all the Christmas decorations!
We love historical Franklin!
The Belk Outlet is a must!
A good location with restaurants and shopping close by.
It's always a treat to come to Franklin! Lots to do and see in the area. Fun!
Loved downtown Franklin!
We loved the city and the wonderful restaurants!!
The city felt safe and it is a good family community.
Country music!
The areas has many shopping venues. Historical places to see. Short drive to Nashville if that is your fancy.
Franklin is a beautiful place to visit. We were able to take a historic tour and indulge in a day at the spa (WOOD HOUSE SPA)!
Great place to visit!
The city of Franklin was so fun and very clean.
There are several Civil War battle sites to visits. Many place to chose from to eat at. Located a short distance from Nashville without worrying about traffic.
Many things to do; great city history tour.
Franklin is a nice place. First Bank Amphitheater, "Doobie Brothers" was fantastic!
Visited Arrington Vineyards.
Restaurants and shopping and proximity to Nashville can't be beat.
Shopping!
Wonderful city. It was a great experience.
Quaint!
I love the city of Franklin. From the downtown shopping and restaurants to the big mall and clean city.
Williamson County Indoor Sports Complex was excellent and very accommodating and easily accessible.
I was there for the State Senior Olympics. All venues were in excellent condition. Equipment was correct.
Franklin has beautiful places to visit and wonderful restaurants. Everyone was very friendly.
Clean with lots of flowers!
Easy access to I-65!
The city and surrounding area offered a variety of options for tourists.
Cheek Mansion
Love the downtown area of FRANKLIN! Have visited several times.
Beautiful city with great places to eat.
Shopping and restaurants!
We didn't explore Franklin but there were a lot of stores and restaurant options.
Franklin is a very nice suburb of Nashville with plenty of restaurants and within close driving distance to whatever you want to do in the Nashville area.
Stayed there for dog show.
Excellent and affordable restaurants!
Beautiful and safe.
A very nice city. Enjoyed my stay!
Very clean hotel.
There was a really nice bar and grill located within walking distance of the hotel and the food was very good! I think it was called Jonathan's.
Visited Carter house and Carniton Plantation.
Love Franklin! Very nice area!
Stores were plentiful and there was a very good variety of restaurants.
Great town just outside of Nashville with a lot to offer, good dining options close to the hotel.
All stores close by. Restaurants were plentiful and a good variety. Many gas stations in area.
The annual Civil War Show & Sale held the first weekend in December each year.
Very clean and the staff very helpful. We loved the shopping. The Cool Springs Galleria was wonderful. We went to the Painted Tree, and it is a place I would recommend. The BBB restaurant was amazing. Great food and atmosphere.
This is one of the most beautiful towns I have ever visited. You have to come here in the fall and see the leaves change color.
Lots of things to do without traveling too far
This is one of the most beautiful towns I have ever visited. You have to come here in the fall and see the leaves change color.
Lovely area!
Very good!