During the American Civil War, the Battle of Franklin in 1864 was regarded as one of the bloodiest battles in American history, and the town has a trio of historic sites. Carter House became the Union Army's headquarters during that fateful day and is now history museum and State Historic Site. History buffs will love a behind-the-scenes tour of the house, or see the battlefield. Carnton House, a former plantation, was a field hospital during the battle, while Lotz House has a vast collection of antiques and art, plus guided tours and special events.
Book a Franklin vacation rental close to downtown and have access to all the city's main attractions. Rooted in old-town Americana, Franklin is great for just pottering around. Franklin's historic Main Street has earned the accolade of "America's favorite Main Street," thanks to its many independent shops and boutiques, music bars, and hip diners. For more mainstream shopping, head to Cool Springs, one of the largest malls in the Southeast. After a busy day, relax with a local craft beer and some live music at one of the town's jumping bars and breweries.
Franklin, Tennessee is a delightful vacation destination all year round. However, to see the town as its best, visit during the warmer summer months. The busiest time of year is July and August, when the days are dry and sunny, and temperatures reach highs of 85-90 degrees. If you want the place to yourself, then visit in fall, which still sees a fair bit of sunshine plus a wider choice of Franklin vacation rentals. The temperature starts to drop November through spring, and rain is not uncommon, although it's not a place for snowmen.
Located 20 miles south of Nashville, Franklin is a small and charming rural town in central Tennessee. A 25-minute drive north of the city is Radnor Lake State Park, a vast 1,300-acre nature reserve renowned for its mix of rugged hiking trails and paved pathways, and abundance of indigenous wildlife. Centered around Radnor Lake, there are 6 miles of trails, where you can spot river otter, beaver, bobcats, and white-tailed deer. It's also a popular destination to watch the leaves change color in fall. There's a parking lot, and a visitors' center that's open daily.
The nearest airport is in Nashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.), located 18.1 mi (29.2 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Smyrna, TN (MQY), which is 19.9 mi (32.1 km) away.
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