Franklin’s best local businesses
The 84 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.
● Updated Sep 22
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84 businesses across 9 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.
- 01Restaurants
- 02Beauty
- 03Shopping
- 04Entertainment
- 05Nightlife
- 06Bakeries & Sweets
- 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage
- 08Health & Wellness
- 09Hobbies, Books, & Crafts
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Aviation Heritage Park and Museum
Parks & OutdoorsIf your inner eight-year-old still perks up at afterburners, Bowling Green’s own Aviation Heritage Park and Museum delivers with real…
Chaney's Dairy Barn
Parks & OutdoorsReal-deal ice cream churned from Chaney’s own Jersey cows on a working dairy farm, solid sandwiches, and family-friendly extras like the…
Big Country Outdoor Powersports
ServicesVehicles from brand names such as Polaris and Can-Am plus power equipment are offered by this dealer.
Camping World - Bowling Green
ServicesStore for RVs, camping equipment & other outdoor gear, plus accessories & repair services.
Cabela's
Sporting GoodsRetail mainstay stocking a huge inventory of hunting, fishing & camping supplies, plus boats & ATVs.
Dunham's Sports
Sporting GoodsRetail chain stocking equipment, clothing & footwear for sports, fitness & outdoor recreation.
Dance Arts of Bowling Green
Arts & CultureFrom ballet, jazz, and tap to hip hop, acro, and musical theatre, Dance Arts of Bowling Green teaches the whole dancer with real technique,…
Thornton Furniture
Home & GardenThornton Furniture is Bowling Green’s locally owned reclining superstore with a 36,000 square foot showroom, an 8,000 square foot La-Z-Boy…
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