Play the city game of Franklin
An interactive adventure through Franklin. Join the Order of the Secret Map, solve puzzles and uncover highlights and hidden gems at your own pace.
No app to install, no account — tap and you're playing, right in your browser. The first stops are free.
- In your browser
- No download
- No account
- First stops free
- In your language
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3.0 km · 2.1 km back to the starting point.
The story
The Order of the Secret Map
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route through Franklin that ordinary visitors never truly see. Walk among the grand facades of the historic district, feel the sunlight shimmer on the courthouse tower, breathe in the scent of fresh beignets, and listen to the gentle hum of the public square. You are entering a hidden network woven from time and tales.
A glimpse of the story — discover the rest while playing.
About this city walk
Discover Franklin on a self-guided walking tour
Our interactive walking tour of Franklin blends a classic city walk with an escape game. You get a real tour guide in your pocket that takes you past the must-see landmarks of Franklin and the hidden gems only locals know.
No schedules, no group, no headset. You play the city walk whenever you want, at your own pace. Perfect for things to do in Franklin — solo, with friends, with kids, or as an activity for a city break, bachelor party or team outing.
Along the way you solve puzzles and uncover the mystery of The Order of the Secret Map. A unique way to get to know Franklin — more than a regular walking tour, and a fraction of the price of a live guide.
Why players love CityWalkGems
At your pace
No schedules or groups. Start, pause and resume whenever you want.
Highlights + gems
The must-sees plus spots even locals sometimes miss.
Story in every street
History and mystery woven through the city itself.
A fraction of a guide
A real private guide in your pocket, for a fraction of the price.
Zero hassle
No download, no account, no waiting. Open the link and you're playing.
What you'll see in Franklin
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route through Franklin that ordinary visitors never truly see. Walk among the grand facades of the historic district, feel the sunlight shimmer on the courthouse tower, breathe in the scent of fresh beignets, and listen to the gentle hum of the public square. You are entering a hidden network woven from time and tales.
Along the way you'll pass Franklin Public Square, Franklin Downtown Historic District, Lotz House and Carter House — and beyond these highlights you'll discover plenty more, including 6 hidden gems in Franklin that only locals know about.
Ready for the adventure?
Start your mission in Franklin
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