Hours:
Monday through Saturday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday - 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Address:
1345 Eastern Flank Circle
Franklin, TN 37167
Carnton, built in 1826, was one of the premier farms in Middle Tennessee. On November 30, 1864, the home and the McGavock who lived there found themselves in the middle of one of the most dramatic events of the Civil War. Learn more about the history of Carnton here.
We are pleased to offer a variety of tour options for those wishing to experience all Carnton has to offer!
Classic House Tour
60-minute, guided tour of the house. Self-guided access to the grounds. Adults $18, children (6-15) $8.
Offered throughout the day based on the flow of walk-in traffic, typically every 30 - 40 minutes. You will receive your tour time when you purchase your ticket. The last guided tour of the day begins at 4:00 pm.
Walk-ins are welcome! We do offer a selection of tickets available to be purchased online.
The Combination Ticket is $30, and allows one guests to take the hour long, guided tour at Carter House & Carnton! Available in the gift shops at all three locations.
The Tennessee Campaign Ticket is $40, and allows one guest to take the hour long, guided tour at Carter House, Carnton, & Rippavilla! Available in the gift shops at all three locations.
Slavery & the Enslaved Tour
90-minute guided tour focusing on slavery as an institution and the specific people who were enslaved at Carnton. $25 per person. 2 person minimum.
Offered at 2pm, Monday - Friday. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour time. Online ticket sales end 8 hours prior to tour.
Extended Tour
90-minute guided tour of the house and grounds at Carnton. $25 per person. 2 person minimum.
Offered at 11am & 2pm, Monday - Saturday. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour time. Online ticket sales end 8 hours prior to tour.
Behind the Scenes Tour
90-minute guided tour of Carnton, visiting areas of the home not open on the Classic House Tour.
Offered Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 10am. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour time. Online ticket sales end 8 hours prior to tour.
Carnton Battlefield Tour
Join us for a comprehensive walking tour of the Eastern Flank of the Franklin battlefield. The tour focuses on many elements of the Battle of Franklin, explaining why it occurred, the arrival of the Federal and Confederate armies, and details of what became known as one of the greatest single assaults of the Civil War.
Offered Tuesday through Saturday at 2pm. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour time. TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ONLINE IN ADVANCE. Online sales end 24 hours prior to tour. 2 person minimum.
Spring Hill to Franklin Battlefield Tour
Four hour guided tour of the Spring Hill & Franklin Battlefields, and comprehensive discussion of the Tennessee Campaign. Tickets are $100, two person minimum, reservation only.
Offered at 9am, Tuesdays and Fridays. This tour begins at Rippavilla located at 5700 Main Street, Spring Hill, TN 37174, and concludes at Carnton.
Reconstruction & the Aftermath of War
Immediately after the Civil War, the effort to rebuild the Union began. This 90-minute tour focuses on the policies and measures enacted to secure our fragile nation and talk about the some of the families and people who experienced and influenced what at the time were radical changes.
Offered Fridays at 10am. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour time. TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ONLINE IN ADVANCE. Online sales end 24 hours prior to tour. 2 person minimum.