17 hotels near Franklin, KY

One of the most popular landmarks and a must-see in the area is Octagon Hall. Earning its name from octagonal shape, it was once an active plantation and a Confederate haven during the Civil War. Take a tour and learn more about the history of the house, its time period, and the family who lived here. Beware: the site is claimed to be haunted and continues to attract ghost hunters every year.Explore more of Franklin’s rich history at the Simpson County Archives and Museum. Walk the floors of the Old Stone Jail that was completed in 1879 and active for over a century. Then explore the archives at the museum that tell the story of Simpson County pre-dating the Civil War.Complete your tour of local history at Franklin’s African American Heritage Center. The center includes a museum filled with artifacts and exhibits related to local African American history and culture in the area throughout the years. The Brooks-Wright Education Center (included within the AAHC) also offers a number of educational activities for visitors.Pack your golf clubs and get ready to tee off at Kenny Perry’s Country Creek Golf Course. Designed by PGA Tour pro and Franklin resident Kenny Perry, this par-72 course offers golfers of all abilities a challenging but enjoyable round of 18 holes. Make sure to stop by the clubhouse to check out memorabilia commemorating Kenny’s PGA Tour career, and the pro shop also offers autographed items for sale.If you are looking for a fun way to take in a movie, be sure to stop by the Franklin Drive-In. One of the only drive-in theaters left in Kentucky, Franklin’s theater shows first-run movies during its March-October season. Head to the drive-in at dusk for a movie and enjoy indoor and outdoor concessions, as well as a playground to keep the kids entertained.Art lovers will surely want to visit the Gallery on the Square. Located on Main Street in Franklin’s historic downtown district, the gallery plays host to six exhibits annually. Gallery patrons can purchase original art by local Kentucky artists as well as art supplies, or even sign up for a class or workshop.Plan your trip to Franklin, Kentucky today. Choice Hotels offers the accommodations and amenities you need to explore Franklin, KY. Check out the selections below and book online.