Civil War Tour with Lotz House, Carter House & Carnton Admission from Nashville
Nashville, USA
7 hours
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What You Will Do
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
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch (Lunch is on your own in downtown Franklin)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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.
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Gray Line Tours
7 hours
You’ll be picked up from your Nashville hotel in the morning and taken by comfortable coach to Franklin, a nearby city that played a key role in the American Civil War. Visit sites near where the Union and Confederate armies fought and hear stories from your knowledgeable guide about the Battle of Franklin, fought on November 30, 1864 and known by many as the five bloodiest hours of the Civil War.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Gray Line Tennessee
- 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.
Guide Options
- Guide - English