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Smaller cities have an appeal about them you won't find in their larger counterparts. Jot down all the fun and exciting things to do in Franklin before you arrive so you can make the most of your vacation. You'll soon learn that bigger isn't necessarily better!

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Number of things to do	11
Things to do from	$10
Cheapest thing to do	Gatlinburg: App-Based Great Smoky Mountains Park Audio Guide
Top 5 things to do	Carolina Waterfalls and Highlands Private VIP Boutique Tour Guided Horseback Ride through Flame Azalea and Fern Forest Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting Georgia Horseback Ride with Wine Tasting 3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience
Under $25	Gatlinburg: App-Based Great Smoky Mountains Park Audio Guide
With kids	Guided Horseback Ride through Flame Azalea and Fern Forest Bryson City: Mountaintop Zip Line Experience Bryson City: Nantahala River Guided Whitewater Rafting Trip Bryson City: Zip Line Adventure Park Pass with Gear Bryson City: Nantahala River Rafting Guided Duck Adventure

What to do in Franklin

Free Things to Do in Franklin

Leave your wallet in the hotel. It's easy to have fun in Franklin without surrendering a penny.

Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - Stroll around this historic attraction and find out a couple of secrets from long ago.

Things to Do in Franklin with Kids

You won't run out of great things to do in Franklin with the young ones. Everyone can get in on the sightseeing with these family friendly experiences:

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Are there cheap things to do in Franklin?

If you want to make your travel funds last longer, book a Skip the Line: Museum of the Cherokee Indian Admission Ticket.

What can you do in Franklin for free?

Your time in Franklin needn’t send you broke with free attractions like these to explore:

Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
Gold City Gem Mine
Whistle Stop Mall
Ruby City Gems & Minerals

Discover the most popular places to visit in Franklin

Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine

You can find out about the history of Franklin with a trip to Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

5/5(2 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, a theater with a story to tell in Franklin. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine

You can find out about the history of Franklin with a trip to Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine

Find out about the history of Franklin when you take a trip to Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Rose Creek Mine

You can find out about the history of Franklin with a stop at Rose Creek Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Sheffield Mine

Find out about the history of Franklin with a stop at Sheffield Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Gold City Gem Mine

5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Franklin when you take a trip to Gold City Gem Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum

5/5(1 review)

Rich with history, Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Franklin. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Mason Mountain Mine

You can enjoy retail therapy at Mason Mountain Mine during your stay in Franklin. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Franklin

Clarks Chapel

While there might not be top attractions in Clarks Chapel, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Whistle Stop Mall.