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5 Great Hikes With Your Dog In Franklin
I have a Jack Russell Terrier mix with more energy than even he knows what to do with. To curb said energy before it is channeled into chaos, my dog Groot and I love to hike around Middle Tennessee. He’s always a little more gung-ho at the beginning of the hike than the end—but it’s…
10 Must-Do Activities for Franklin Visitors
Whether you’re headed to Franklin for the very first time or you’re a repeat visitor with a serious case of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), I’m here to help you out! Here are 10 must-do activities for Franklin visitors. Natchez Trace Parkway This federally protected, 444-mile road will take you from Nashville all the way…
7 Spooky Halloween Activities in Franklin
What do you get when you combine a dimly lit morgue, a fortune teller, and a group of masked men with chainsaws? Just some of the most legendary Halloween parties ever thrown. That’s right, during my formative years, my mom set up a morgue in our garage, roped a friend into sitting in a fog-filled…
Story Ideas
Home / Media / Story Ideas Story Ideas Let us help you share an incredible story! Need a little inspiration for your next story? Franklin and the unique communities across Williamson County have over 200 years-and nearly as many unique story angle options-to get the ideas flowing! For more information to assist with any of…
NEW PASSPORTS PROVIDE A FUN WAY TO EXPLORE FRANKLIN THIS SUMMER
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – A brand new Craft Coffee Trail from Visit Franklin highlights a collection of digital passports available for free that allow visitors and locals alike to explore Franklin and the communities of Williamson County in a whole new way. The Craft Coffee Trail will take coffee lovers to 11 local coffee shops that…
Make the Most of your Drive from Birmingham to Franklin!
If you ask anyone who has traveled with me, you’ll quickly find out that I’m a planner. You’ll also find out that my chosen means of transportation is by car. I just love the freedom of stopping at all those small-town gems that make America so great! My husband and I have spent the majority of…
7 Reasons Your Next Franklin Visit Must Include Thompson’s Station
Just a quick drive from Franklin, you’ll find Thompson’s Station, a small town steeped in history and surrounded by Williamson County’s gorgeous pastoral countryside. Settled in the 1780s, the town was the site of the Civil War’s dramatic Battle of Thompson’s Station. Later, farmers drove their cattle, sheep, and pigs to the town’s bustling train depot…
The Best Places in Franklin To Explore With Teens in Tow
There was a time when I believed that once my kids were teenagers, our family trips would be easier and more meaningful. As soon as they reached adolescence, I just knew they’d joyfully go to adult restaurants and shows and museums with us. They’d swim and ski and kayak without tears or temper tantrums. They’d…
Choose Your Own Adventure in Franklin: Spring Break Edition
Spring Break is right around the corner, and no matter your age or interests, there’s plenty for you to do and see in Franklin! Check out these travel profiles and choose your own fun Franklin Spring Break adventure, based on the description that best fits your vacation vibe. The City Slicker Do you like shopping,…
Great Hikes Around Franklin
Franklin’s hiking and biking trails are one of its best-kept secrets; they offer welcome relief from the crowded park trails and greenways in the area. I’ve spent the last couple of years exploring miles of trails across Williamson County. Here are my favorite places to get outside and explore the great outdoors. Timberland Park Locals…