This beautiful 16-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 … Read More

The Natchez Trace Parkway, a 444-mile national scenic byway and National Park, closely follows the course of the ancient trace traveled for centuries by tradesmen and Native Americans from Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee passing through … Read More

Built circa 1929, The historic Factory is a complex of 11 depression-era factory buildings that have been renovated into one of Tennessee’s most unique shopping, dining, and entertainment venues. Restaurants, antique shops, art galleries, one-of-a-kind retail … Read More

On November 30, 1864, Carnton was witness to one of the bloodiest battles of the entire Civil War. Everything the McGavock family ever knew was forever changed. Carnton was built in 1826 by former Nashville Mayor … Read More

If you want a truly unique Tennessee experience, add the charming village of Leiper’s Fork to your list. This come-as-you-are treasure of Williamson County is a homegrown mix of picturesque surroundings, culture, and Southern fare. Check … Read More

Arrington Vineyards provides a wine country experience complete with award-winning wines, wine tasting flights, Food Truck Fridays, and “Music in the Vines” – free live music on the weekends – all set among the picturesque rolling … Read More

In 1830, Fountain Branch Carter built a brick farmhouse just south of downtown Franklin for his small family. On November 30, 1864, the Battle of Franklin raged across the fields south of town, scarring the landscape, claiming … Read More

The Lotz House is TripAdvisor’s No. 1 rated attraction in Franklin. Lotz House is located in the heart of downtown Franklin at “ground zero” for the Battle of Franklin, which was a pivotal battle in the … Read More

Explore the Masters & Makers Trail that winds through the scenic beauty of the Williamson County countryside that bore witness to history and has produced the cherished traditions passed through the generations. Along the trail visit … Read More

I’m not overstating things when I tell you that Christmas in Franklin is absolutely magical. Strolling down Main Street on a frosty December evening is one of my all-time favorite holiday experiences in Tennessee. Downtown Franklin … Read More

There’s something about the holiday season that brings back that childlike spark of excitement. (For me, that spark has to come at some point between wrestling the kids into Christmas sweaters and keeping the toddler from … Read More

For years, Franklin’s quintessential charm has been likened to the tropes found in made-for-TV holiday movies. Having grown up in the city myself, I can confirm the holiday magic that fills the streets each holiday season, … Read More

Christmas in Franklin is, simply, magical. Lights twinkle in storefronts, oversized ornaments hang in trees, and the usual warmth that resounds from Franklin locals is amplified with a nod of holiday cheer. The streets hum with … Read More

The holidays truly are a wonderful time. Friends, family, holiday parties, and all the excuses you could ever need to act like a kid again! Around Franklin it is no different, there are holiday traditions that … Read More

Spring is in the air in Williamson County, Tennessee, and sprouts are bursting green everywhere we look. Now more than ever, the growing season’s warm sunshine and fresh breezes are beckoning us to get outside, and … Read More

Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable day trip, a romantic weekend away, or a few scenic Southern days to add to your upcoming Nashville vacation, Franklin is the ideal place to do it. Here, you’ll find … Read More

Mention Leiper’s Fork to a Tennessee native, and they’ll likely tell you to “Hush!” We like to think of this quaint little village unspoiled by urban sprawl or big city developers as our own special secret … Read More

When the temperatures outside start to fall it doesn’t mean the family fun you’ve been having all summer has to come to an end. From friendly competition to sweet treats and movie magic, check out these … Read More

Imagine a national park that’s 450 miles long… It may sound impossible, but it exists! Starting in Nashville, Tennessee, and ending in Natchez, Mississippi, the Natchez Trace Parkway is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful scenic … Read More