Where to Go

In the university town of Lexington are traditional stud farms, many are also open to visitors. The relatively small Frankfort is located on the Kentucky River. Local attractions include the state capital of Kentucky Historical Society-Museum in the old Capitol, the new State Capitol and the Liberty Hall. In Louisville by the spring of the famous Kentucky Derby instead of the. There are also many historic buildings, interesting art exhibitions and a fascinating space museum. The West Main Street Historic District includes the historic core, the old business district. In the old Victorian warehouses were new shops and offices.


Elegant houses from around the turn of the century can also Belgravia and St. James Court Historic District, enjoy a prestigious residential area. imperative that you should plan a cruise on the Ohio River, the Belle of Louisville, a beautiful old paddle steamer. Butcher Town, the German district, is known for its antique shops. Here also the home of the inventor Thomas A. Edison is. The most popular shopping center on Fourth Avenue Mall is the huge Galleria Complex, its boutiques and shops offer something for every taste and budget. Outside of Louisville, you can visit the central storage site Gold Fort Knox and the pioneer town on Kentucky Lake, a huge artificial lake. In the area of the city there are more lakes with good water sports facilities.


A trip to the Mammoth Cave National Park with the huge limestone cave is worth it. Ideal for hiking is the Daniel Boone State Forest. Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World, southeast of Louisville and is also worth a visit.