Franklin travel guide
Franklin Tourism | Franklin Guide
You're Going to Love Franklin
With a population of 3,845, Franklin is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Franklin to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Franklin
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Franklin in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -3 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 144 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Franklin, with an average rainfall of 86 mm.
How to Get to Franklin
Plane
Although Franklin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 51 miles from Franklin.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Franklin.
Car
Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 114 miles from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Atlanta.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Franklin using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Washington, D.C., the bus ride to Franklin takes 730 miles and will cost you around $185. From New York, the ticket costs about $228 for a journey of 1100 miles.
Airlines serving Franklin
Where to stay in Franklin
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn and Hampton Inn Franklin.
Where to stay in popular areas of Franklin
Hiring a car in Franklin
Expect to pay $1.64 per litre in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.64 and $26.18. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Franklin, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.