Civil War Tour with Lotz House, Carter House & Carnton Admission from Nashville

4.8(569)7 hFree cancellationBy Gray Line Tennessee

About this activity

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.

What's included

✓Round-Trip Transportation from Nashville Aboard Air-Conditioned Shuttle
✓Admission to Carnton Plantation
✓Admission to Lotz House
✓Learn about The Battle of Franklin and how it included the bloodiest hours of the Civil War
✓Admission to Carter House
✓Spend time in the quaint historic town of Franklin to shop, eat, and view historic sites on your own
✓Visit 3 historical homes located in the town of Franklin, TN
✓7-Hour Guided Civil War & History Day Tour from Nashville

Not included

✕Gratuities
✕Lunch (Lunch is on your own in downtown Franklin)

Meeting and pickup

Tours depart from: Gray Line Ticket Booth at the Riverfront Train Station, 108 1st Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37201 (off 1st Ave S, across from Acme Feed & Seed). Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to tour start time.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Lunch on your own in downtown Franklin.
Accessibility: ADA-compliant vehicles are available for most tours if you provide us with a 48-hour notice. After scheduling your tour, please contact our Dispatch Office to confirm availability.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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