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Check out the Franklin BLOG for can't-miss events and attractions and to learn where the locals go!
Historic Franklin: "100 years" and a few miles south of Nashville, Tennessee
Historic downtown Franklin invites you for a Great American Main Street experience with more than 200 years of well-preserved history. The downtown historic district, with commemorative brick sidewalks and beautifully renovated historic buildings offers an eclectic mix of trendy boutiques, antique shops and unique restaurants. There’s also an impressive lineup of family-friendly festivals that take place throughout the year.
Franklin on Foot offers a variety of entertaining walking tours from “Ghosts and Gore” to “Classic Franklin” where you’ll hear fascinating stories of the past.
The newest attraction you won't want to miss is Arrington Winery and Vineyards, located in the beautiful rolling countryside of Williamson County, just minutes from Franklin. Owned by Kix Brooks of the duo Brooks & Dunn, country music's singing sensation, Arrington Vineyards invites you for a free tasting of their 12 signature wines at the beautifully rustic tasting lodge. If you enjoy a relaxing weekend, you’ll want to bring a picnic basket and your favorite blanket for “Music in the Vines,” Arrington’s live entertainment. It’s free, and the scenery is breathtaking!
The Factory at Franklin is a unique complex of factory buildings that have been restored and transformed into a shopping, dining and entertainment Mecca with restaurants, antiques shops, art galleries and retail stores.
Historic Leiper’s Fork, Franklin’s country cousin, is a charming village located just minutes from downtown Franklin, and is truly a unique mix of city and country with one-of-a kind shops, antiques and an art gallery, as well as plenty of good ole country cookin’ located off the Natchez Trace Parkway.
For more information, visit us on the web at www.VisitFranklin.com or call us at (866) 253-9207.
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