Franklin

USA · Tennessee

Franklin is a city in Williamson County, Tennessee, south of Nashville. It is known for its well-preserved historic downtown, with shops and restaurants along Main Street, and for its Civil War history centered on the 1864 Battle of Franklin. Sites such as the Carter House and Carnton interpret that history, while live music, festivals and the surrounding countryside make the town a popular day trip from Nashville.

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Practical facts

Local time

UTC-5 · 1 h ahead of Costa Rica

Region

Tennessee

Main language

English

On the map

35.92° N, 86.87° W

Near Franklin

• Nashville · 28 km away
• Bowling Green · 125 km away
• Huntsville · 135 km away
• Chattanooga · 172 km away
• Guntersville · 182 km away
• Blue Ridge · 259 km away

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Where to stay

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Franklin - Berry Farms by IHG

10/10 · 977 reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Franklin Berry Farms, Tn

10/10 · 452 reviews

The Sunset Grove of Franklin, TN

10/10 · 7 reviews

Five Block Walk From Historical Downtown Franklin

10/10 · 1 reviews

Brookwood Getaway Stock Tank Pool Outdoor Theater

9.8/10 · 4 reviews

The Harpeth Franklin Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton

9.6/10 · 355 reviews

Stylish Private Home 1 mile from Downtown Franklin

9.5/10 · 4 reviews

Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Franklin

9.4/10 · 2223 reviews

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Franklin Cool Springs

9.4/10 · 215 reviews

The Franklin Farmhouse, Franklin, TN

9.4/10 · 10 reviews