Top Things to do in Kentucky
Top Hotels in Kentucky
- 1. Aloft Louisville Downtown
- 2. Drury Inn & Suites Paducah
- 3. The Galt House Hotel
- 4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown
- 5. Hampton Inn & Suites Newport / Cincinnati
- 6. Drury Inn & Suites Bowling Green, KY
- 7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lexington South / Hamburg
- 8. Drury Inn Paducah
- 9. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport
- 10. 21c Museum Hotel Louisville
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Things to do in Kentucky, United States: The Best Architectural Buildings
Famous for Bourbon Country and horse farms, civil war battlefields and beautiful natural parks, Kentucky offers a delightful mix of experiences. You might begin in Lexington, where the 1200-acre Kentucky Horse Park is a popular attraction. The university adds exciting sports, impressive art and a vibrant student/professor population to the city. Louisville is similar, where renowned Churchill Downs hosts the annual Kentucky Derby and the Belle of Louisville, the nation’s oldest steam-driven river paddlewheeler, hosts enchanting lunch and dinner cruises along the beautiful Ohio River. Next, head south to visit Mammoth Cave National Park for a day of touring the cave (the world’s longest known cave), hiking and canoeing on the Green River. Paducah, Berea, Bowling Green – so many places to explore and enjoy!
Restaurants in Kentucky
1. Russell Theatre
2. The Filson Historical Society
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
The Filson was founded on May 15, 1884, by ten Louisvillians with a common love of history. The primary founder and first president was Reuben T. Durrett. The Filson’s mission is to collect, preserve, and tell the significant stories of Kentucky and Ohio Valley history and culture.
Reviewed By jgbtravels - Louisville, United States
After a year and a half absence we have rejoined The Filson Historical Society just in time for Sandra Day O’Connor lecture. It was very informative and we were able to learn a bit more about her life and career as a Supreme Court Judge. Of course we came away with a better appreciation for her work and career. We also have signed up for future lectures that are of interest. Of course you don’t have to be a member to attend the lectures but do remember that most lectures are free to members. Many of the lectures/events take place in the Ferguson Mansion in Old Louisville which is not only lovely but historic. And yes, the Filson does have parking which is a bonus in Old Louisville.
3. St. James Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By LuvinMomx3
We visited for a wedding! It was divine!! Do beautiful! We love visiting Catholic Churches wherever we travel...this church was another beauty in architecture and ceremony. Do not miss visiting in Louisville’s Highlands neighborhood.Any age.
4. Old State Capitol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
The Old Capitol is privvy to some of Kentucky's speckled history. Free guided and self-guided tours are available.
Reviewed By Txtom72 - Dayton, United States
Wed walked the manicured grounds on a bright 62˚F day. The building and its surrounds could tell some great tales - a placid and historic site.
5. Governor's Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Built in 1914 as the new Governor's mansion, this is the oldest official governor's residence in the United States.
Reviewed By dewaynep2016 - Elizabethtown, United States
I had a great time taking the 30-minute tour. The house is four floors but only the first floor is accessible to the public. The docent covered everything from governor history to the history of the executive mansion itself with sprinklings of facts about the first ladies and artifacts in the residence. It is worth doing if you are near the Capitol and have some time to kill.
6. Daniel Boone's Last Cabin
7. Jack Jouett House Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
The Jack Jouett House Historic Site is a historic house museum owned and operated by the Woodford County Fiscal Court. It was the home of Captain John (Jack) Jouett, Jr., the Revolutionary War hero whose 40-mile ride through the backcountry of Virginia most likely saved American Independence. In Kentucky, Jack was a legislator, farmer, horse breeder, and distiller. Jack’s wife was Sally Robards Jouett. Their son, Matthew Harris Jouett (one of the 19th century’s most gifted and well-known portraitists), grew up in the home. The museum is open April through October on Fridays 1-5), Saturdays (10-5), Sundays (1-5), and Mondays (12 - 2) and by appointment all year. The frontier homestead includes a 1780s stone cabin, used as a kitchen by the Jouetts, and a 1797 Federal-style brick house with parlor, dining room, and three bedrooms. The grounds feature a Colonial Herb Garden, a Native Tree Walk, and a Woodford County Quilt Trail quilt square.
Reviewed By charlesbC6079KL
Jack Jouett is one of the forgotten heroes of the American Revolutionary War. His house is time capsule of early 1800 lifestyle in Kentucky. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. The drive out to it is through horse country
8. Dinsmore Homestead
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By 922susannel - Boca Raton, United States
After reading reviews on the Dinsmore Estate, my sister and I decided to visit this historical sight. My goodness, what a treat! Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and gracious and encouraged us to ask as many questions as possible! We will definitely return!
9. Logan County Archives and Genealogical Society
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
The front of our building is a two-story red brick structure that once served as the jailer's residence. The rear of our building is a grey stone block jail with three very high windows that face west and east. We are located across from the local Post Office, beside the County Sheriff's department, and on opposite corners from the new County Court House.
