The state of Kentucky which is bordered by the states of Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Illinois and Missouri, is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the South.
Apart from horse race events, other popular fun things to do in Kentucky include visiting historic landmarks and exploring its stunning landscapes and rolling farms.
Fun Things to do in Kentucky: Outdoor Activities
If you are looking to explore Kentucky’s outdoors and enjoy fun activities, two of the most popular fun things to do in Kentucky are canoeing and hiking at the Mammoth Cave National Park.
One of the most popular canoeing routes at the Mammoth Cave National Park is from Dennison Ferry campground to Houchins Ferry campground.
Mammoth Cave National Park is also home to many scenic hiking trails that wind through the park’s streams, waterfalls and small caves. Two of the most popular hiking trails are the Sal Hollow and Ganter Cave trails.
Fun Things to do in Kentucky: Places of Interest
The National Quilt Museum
If you love quilting, the National Quilt Museum, located in downtown Paducah, is one of the best places of interest in Kentucky. At the museum, you can see amazing quilts from USA, Far East and Europe.
The Kentucky Derby museum
The Kentucky Derby museum, located in the city of Louisville, is one of the most popular places to see in Kentucky, and a must-see attraction if you are interested in horses. There, you can learn more about thoroughbred horses and Kentucky Derby past winners.
Apart, from interactive exhibits at the Kentucky Derby museum, you can also experience riding like a jockey on the popular ‘Riders Up’ simulator.
The Louisville Slugger Museum
If you are a baseball fan, a visit to the Louisville Slugger Museum is must-see attraction, as this is the place where the Major League Baseball bats are made. Also, the museum allows visitors to see how the popular Louisville Slugger bat is made.
The Jefferson Davis State Historic Site
The Jefferson Davis State Historic Site is one of the many historic sites in the state of Kentucky. The State Park is home to the renowned Jefferson Davis Obelisk and a visitors center museum where you can learn more about the life of Jefferson Davis.
Fun Things to do in Kentucky: Shopping
Kentucky is a great place to enjoy all sorts of shopping. For souvenir shopping, one of the best places is in the city of Louisville is ‘A taste of Kentucky’ shop, which offers a variety of Kentucky hand-made products to choose from.
If you are looking to enjoy upscale retail shopping the Oxmoor Center and ‘The Summit’ are two great places to explore.
Fun Things to do in Kentucky: Events & Festivals
The Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby, held in May at Churchill Downs race track, is one of the most renowned and prestigious horse racing events in the world.
The Great Balloon Race
If you are visiting the popular Kentucky Derby race event, the Great Balloon Race is a weekend festival of hot air ballooning events that happens a week before the main Kentucky Derby event.
The International Bar-B-Que Festival
The International Bar-B-Que Festival, held in May in the city of Owensboro, is another well known event and another of the most popular fun things to do in Kentucky, where families with kids can also have a great time.
At the Bar-B-Que festival, you can enjoy all sorts of events and competitions that include face painting and eating competitions, as well as classic car parade.
The East Kentucky Fair
The East Kentucky fair, held in late August, is one of the most popular Kentucky events among families. The event includes livestock shows, firework displays and bull riding competitions.
Fun Things to do in Kentucky: Horse Racing
If you are visiting the state for the first time, one of the most popular fun things to do in Kentucky is to attend a horse racing event.
One of the best times to experience a horse racing event is during the popular Kentucky Derby event held in the city of Louisville during the first week of May.
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