But, Franklin's So......Nice
Sweet little Franklin has a dark past, and Franklin Walking Tours knows where all the bodies are buried. Literally. Whether you join us for a walk through the historic district or join our annual TOMBSTONE TALES in the old cemetery, our guides are waiting to tell you all about it. We are the top local tour provider for Civil War history, crime, and ghost tours.
Franklin was founded in 1799. That's plenty of time for people to do terrible things. Their crimes and hauntings will shock and fascinate you. As we wander the charming streets downtown, it seems every corner has an amazing story to tell.
A Few of Our Most Popular Stops
The building that where fallen Civil War soldiers were stored below, awaiting burial. They've grabbed at least one person in the basement, and have been seen in the room where their amputations were performed in 1864.
The scandalous socialite who died in 1879, but is still here and having a raucous good time.
The Revolutionary War hero who has been seen pacing where his home once stood.
The echoes of a horrifying 1935 murder-suicide still frighten employees of a prominent business on the square.
"That" house you've seen on TV. We've been telling its story longer than anyone, and it's even worse than you think.
Why Choose Franklin Walking Tours?
We've been voted Franklin's best. We've spent years researching our history. We are rewarded time and time again as we uncover the truth of our grim and ghostly past. Our guides are writers, professors, and podcast hosts. We LOVE sharing what we've learned, so book with us today!
Read Reviews at the links below!
But, Franklin's So......Nice
Sweet little Franklin has a dark past, and Franklin Walking Tours knows where all the bodies are buried. Literally. Whether you join us for a walk through the historic district or join our annual TOMBSTONE TALES in the old cemetery, our guides are waiting to tell you all about it. We are the top local tour provider for Civil War history, crime, and ghost tours.
Franklin was founded in 1799. That's plenty of time for people to do terrible things. Their crimes and hauntings will shock and fascinate you. As we wander the charming streets downtown, it seems every corner has an amazing story to tell.
A Few of Our Most Popular Stops
The building that where fallen Civil War soldiers were stored below, awaiting burial. They've grabbed at least one person in the basement, and have been seen in the room where their amputations were performed in 1864.
The scandalous socialite who died in 1879, but is still here and having a raucous good time.
The Revolutionary War hero who has been seen pacing where his home once stood.
The echoes of a horrifying 1935 murder-suicide still frighten employees of a prominent business on the square.
"That" house you've seen on TV. We've been telling its story longer than anyone, and it's even worse than you think.
Why Choose Franklin Walking Tours?
We've been voted Franklin's best. We've spent years researching our history. We are rewarded time and time again as we uncover the truth of our grim and ghostly past. Our guides are writers, professors, and podcast hosts. We LOVE sharing what we've learned, so book with us today!
Read Reviews at the links below!
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Grim and Ghostly
90 Minutes
This walk through the historic district takes you past the most haunted buildings in town. You’ll hear ghost and crime stories ranging from the merely mischievous to the downright dark. Sure to entertain history geeks, murderinos, and paranormal enthusiasts alike.
Nightly at 7PM
This award-winning tour is our most popular.
$24 adults, $15 teens, $10 children 2-12, under 2 free
Tombstone Tales
One Night Only!
History comes alive when told from the graves! Reenactors in costume tell the stories of those buried beneath. History comes alive when told from the graves!
Oct 28th at 7PM
$20 adults, $10 teens, $5 children 2-12, under 2 free