Top Experiences in Carter House

Get an inside look at the bloodiest hours of the American Civil War on this tour from Nashville to Franklin, the site of the famous Battle of Franklin in 1864. Learn from your knowledgeable guide about the war’s dark history as you visit the Carter House and Lotz House, which still bear bullet holes and blood stains. You’ll also tour the Carnton and learn about its role during and after the war, when it became the country's largest private Confederate cemetery.

The Franklin Hop-On, Hop-Off tour features our vintage trolley with live narration, allowing you to see the sights at your own pace. Hop on or off at 4 stops around Franklin, Tennessee that is convenient to 50 points of interest.

The Franklin Hop is a hop-on, hop-off tour with live narration that takes you through the historic town’s most iconic sites. Hop-off to explore Carnton and other historic sites along the tour. Enjoy popular local eateries, unique shopping, charming downtown Franklin, and much more!

Sights & Stops Included:

DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN/VISITOR CENTER
THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN
CARNTON
CARTER/LOTZ HOUSES

Hop-on and off all day from 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Tuesday-Friday.

Full Narrated Tour is 45 minutes long.

The Franklin Hop comes back to stop #1 (Visitor Center) every hour on the hour.

Last full tour departs from stop #1 (Visitor Center) at 5:00 pm.
(Visitor Center- 400 Main St #130, Franklin, TN 37064)

Tuesday-Friday: 10am – 6pm
Saturday- Monday: Not Available