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Franklin on Foot

114 East Main Street, leaves from Landmark Booksellers, Franklin, TN 37064
615-400-3808
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The Confederate soldier overlooks Franklin's antebellum courthouse on the town square. Our Haunt
The square
This group and I spent a day in Franklin together, ending at the McGavock Confederate cemetery
Vistors enjoy the trek up Winstead Hill to see a battle map from the Battle of Franklin
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Ranked #2 of 4 tours in Franklin
5.0 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
Type: Tours, Historic Walking Areas
Owner description: Just minutes south of Nashville, Franklin is often cited as one of the most beautiful downtowns in the U.S. For years visitors have come for the...... more » Owner description: Just minutes south of Nashville, Franklin is often cited as one of the most beautiful downtowns in the U.S. For years visitors have come for the charm, often unaware of the rich past that lies just beneath the town's quaint Victorian surface. Franklin on Foot's enthusiastic, knowledgeable guides will make your visit to historic Franklin an unforgettable experience. Franklin on Foot's tours include the Classic Franklin, Civil War in Franklin, Grave Matters in the Cemetery, and for fans of evening activities, the Haunted Franklin, Ghosts of the Battlefield at the Lotz House and Murder and Mayhem Tours.Most tours are available daily by advance reservation. Just call and see how flexible and accommodating we can be. « less
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Brentwood, Tennessee
1 review
“Wow it was so much fun and very interesting”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

My girlfriends and I wanted to do something different on a Saturday night. We took the Franklin on Foot Ghost Tour. Anna was wonderful! She knows so much about the area and grew up in Franklin. This tour is full of historical facts that make the information come to life. I wish all history was this interesting with the personal... More

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Nashville. TN
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“Beautiful little town”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Beautiful little town with great stores and unique places to eat. More

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Meridian, Mississippi, United States
1 review
“Informative and fun!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Went on the ghost tour tonight had a lot of fun. The tour guide was very laid back this made the tour very comfortable. She is full of facts about the history of the city. This tour is a little spooky and full of great stories! More

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
1 review
“Haunted Franklin”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Had a great time learning the history of Franklin & hearing about the life & death of several people that lived in the area around the time of the Civil War. Bring an open mind, sense of adventure & your ghost radar!! More

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Nashville, Tennessee, United States
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“Spooky Ghost tour”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

From beginning to end the tour was very laid back... which made it all the more spooky as the tour got more intense. Our guide was informative and very talented at storytelling. Overall I really enjoyed the tour More

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“Beautiful Bike Tour of Franklin,TN”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

We recently went on the Franklin on Foot Bike Tour and had a fantastic time! Our guide had excellent knowledge of historic Frankin and great enthusiasm. She showed us many interesting sites as well as a great trail. The tour begins at a friendly local art gallery with very impressive pieces of art work. The bikes were comfortable and easy... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
2 reviews
“Shopping and eating”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Loved the unique shops in downtown Franklin, and had amazing meals at Puckett's and The Red Pony. More

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Nashville
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“Captivating!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

I took one of Franklin On Foot's tours for the first time a couple weeks ago, and just stumbled across their FB Page.. felt compelled to write a review! I moved to the Nashville/Franklin area less than a year ago, and Downtown Franklin is one of my favorite places in the world. It's like stepping back in time: quaint, beautiful,... More

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Franklin
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“I miss the old fashion dresses!!!!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2012

I have been on many of your tours over the years. I could tell all those ghost stories myself! I love the tours but the last tour I took my sister-in-law and niece. I was very disappointed that you are no longer wearing the old fashion dress with hoop skirt. I think the tour losses some of its charm without... More

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“Wonderful experience!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

Margie proved to be a well informed and tireless guide through Franklin-love her book...I'm reading a ghost story nightly at bedtime. The Civil War history of this area is extremely interesting and Margie made it come to life-I highly recommend this tour and hope to be back in October for a ghost tour-MF Foster More

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