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Franklin On Foot explores the fascinating history and sometimes-scandalous past of this memorable town, now known for its authenticity and eclectic atmosphere. Join one of our dynamic tour guides as you delve into one city’s rich heritage—either by foot or on two wheels!

To schedule a tour or for more information:    

Call 615-400-3808 If I don't answer right away, it's probably because I'm on tour and have the phone turned off. (I won't answer the phone during your tour either!) But I will get back with you as soon as possible.

Email themargie@comcast.net

Margie Thessin, FOF

 

 

 

Classic Franklin History Tour     Civil War Tour       Bike Tours

Haunted Franklin Tour   Murder & Mayhem Tour   Food Tours

Ghosts of the Battlefield Tour  Private Tours  

Grave Matters in the Cemetery  Scout Programs   Children's Tours and Activities

 School and Home-school Programs     Step-on guide service 

 

Southern Style Food Tour

Franklin is home to nearly 20 locally-owned and operated restaurants. From fine dining and Cajun cookin’ to meat 'n threes, this town is full of delicious eateries. The tour will visit at least six restaurants, and you’ll get both a taste of the food and a helping of history. Click here for more information. First tour Saturday, May 19, from 2:00-5:00pm.

                              

 

A town steeped in history… 

…with a contemporary vibe. Minutes south of Nashville, Franklin is recognized as one of the most beautiful cities in the South. The accolades have rolled in for Downtown Franklin  with honors that include “Best Small Town in Tennessee,” “America’s Most Romantic Main Street,” “One of America’s Greatest Antique Destinations,” and Southern Living’s #5 “Best Small Town in the South.”

Our most popular tour...

...may haunt you! For years visitors have come for the charm, often unaware of what lies just beneath the town's quaint Victorian facade. Violent death, unfinished business, lives cut short... all of these are reasons that spirits remain. Franklin is just crawlin’ with ghosts—and we’re the ones who know the stories behind each tragic tale. Franklin On Foot’s enthusiastic tour guides give you a glimpse into Franklin’s spirited past and leave you with an unforgettable experience! To learn more, click here. Tours are by reservation. Please call 615-400-3808 for more information or to make your reservation.  

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I Spy Downtown Franklin 

I Spy is a fun hands-on and self-guided activity for children ages 5-12--and guess what?  Adults will enjoy it too. Also available: preschool edition for ages 3-5.

Purchase booklet at the Heirloom Shop and Landmark Booksellers in downtown Franklin  

Ghosts of Franklin  Tennessee's Most Haunted Town

By Margie Thessin 

Purchase at Landmark Booksellers, Pucketts Restaurant, Carnton Plantation, Lotz House Museum, Gallery 202/Clouston Hall in Franklin and Blockade Runner in Wartrace, or click here. 181 pp., trade paperback.