This plantation embodies the antebellum South and was the inspiration for Stephen Foster’s world-famous composition, “My Old Kentucky Home,” Kentucky’s official state song. Guides in period costume tell the story of the esteemed Rowan family, which called the plantation home from the late 18th to 19th centuries. During the summer
The historic man-made Mega Cavern is part of 17 miles of corridors beneath the city of Louisville and features half a dozen attractions, including the Mega Zips zip-line tour, the Mega Tram historic tram tour, and the 320,000 square-foot Mega Underground Bike Park with more than 45 trails, jump lines,
Named one of the 10 Best Amusement Parks for 2015 by Fodor’s Travel, Kentucky Kingdom and Hurricane Bay Waterpark boast dozens of world-class attractions, from shows and games to thrilling rides and rollercoasters, including Storm Chaser, Americas’ first coaster to feature a barrel drop from a 10-story hill lift, featuring
Located in the heart of downtown Louisville, Fourth Street Live! is billed as Louisville’s premier dining, entertainment and retail destination. Restaurant and entertainment venues include Goose Island Beer Bridge, Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant and Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse. Bars and nightclubs include PBR Louisville, The Thirsty Pedaler, Tavern on Fourth, and
Centrally located on the Waterfront in downtown Louisville, the Dave Armstrong Extreme Park is considered one of America’s best skate parks with awesome features including a 24-foot full-pipe. The park offers 40,000 square-feet of outdoor concrete skating surface and wooden vert ramp. There are public restrooms on-site and the park
“The most exciting two minutes in sports,” the Kentucky Derby is held at Churchill Downs the first Saturday in May. Enjoy racing during Churchill Downs’ Spring Meet and Fall Meet and experience the thrill of the Derby year-round through permanent and special exhibits and educational programs at the Kentucky Derby
The Giving Tree Farm is dedicated to providing fresh, organic, locally grown produce for the community. This farm will be open to the public weekly. Visit the market to shop for vegetable plants, spreads, family meals, homemade bread and much more. The market is a self-serve farm stand and operates
From the Ground Up Books and Resources is more than just a place to purchase books. We are a center that nourishes the literary passions of writers and book lovers alike. By combining books, unique gifts, and a focus on education for writers, we are creating a haven for creativity,
