We're going to Kentucky this summer. I need some help from you Kentuckians (is that what you're called?) and from RVers who have been there a bunch. Please list five things/places you feel are the top five "must see&do" while there.
I'm looking for iconic things, ie things which the state is known for --natural wonders of course but also historical, cultural, kirky, etc. Off the top of my head I've come up with: 1. Horse Country 2. Caves.
What are other things one should experience to get a good feel for the state of Kentucky? e.g. someone like Howard might say go to a basketball game! Which I would if we were there at the right time. :)
Don't worry about the logistics of getting to these places. I can deal with that later. Just looking for ideas from fellow RVers. And yes, only five b/c I want you to really prioritize your choices.
Butcher Hollow, childhood home of Loretta Lynn near Van Lear, Kentucky (east side of the state) was a quirky little stop. The old "company store" is owned by her brother and, at that time, he personaly gave the tour of the old homestead up the road. Had a great time meeting him and listening to his stories, we could have stayed there for hours talking to him .
Abe Lincoln Birthplace near Elizabethtown is nice, while there take in a show at the Lincoln Jamboree, a live country western music show that has been going on since the 1950's and is located just down the road.
I didn't mention Mammoth Cave since you already have caves on your list. These are just a few of things we have done when visiting Kentucky. Enjoy your trip.
We haven't been to Bardstown but it is historic and has great bourbon distilleries in the area.
bigredoes said
05:16 AM Feb 18, 2012
Paducah in western Ky on the Ohio has a thriving art community and a great little downtown area along the river....
Churchill Downs while in Louisville is iconic
The others suggestions are all solid...
PIEERE said
08:27 PM Feb 18, 2012
1) My Old Kentucky State Park. 2) Natural Bridge 3) Boonesborough 4) The Quilt Trail (Quilts on Barns) 5) Of Course: ( Kentucky Downs ) or Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington!
Pieere
Lynn said
06:55 AM Feb 19, 2012
Thanks all. You've given me some excellent things to focus on and I can now start my research without feeling so overwhelmed. LYNNA
In my opinion, The KY Horse Park, Louisville Slugger Museum, and The KY Derby Museum are must sees.
Enjoy the Bluegrass State and its Unbridled Spirit!
TXRVr said
04:33 PM Feb 26, 2012
I'm not a Ky'in, but did do the state two summers ago including many of the suggests from other posters. The Bourbon Trail stretches across the state so it's a multiple day schedule. If you only do one, and I suspect that everyone has a personal preference, we liked Woodford Reserve the best. Part of that reason is that getting there takes you thru some gorgeous race horse country. It's not on the Trail, but we liked Buffalo Trace in Franklin. Mainly because the crowds are smaller and it's rustic.
Hi all:
We're going to Kentucky this summer. I need some help from you Kentuckians (is that what you're called?) and from RVers who have been there a bunch. Please list five things/places you feel are the top five "must see&do" while there.
I'm looking for iconic things, ie things which the state is known for --natural wonders of course but also historical, cultural, kirky, etc. Off the top of my head I've come up with: 1. Horse Country 2. Caves.
What are other things one should experience to get a good feel for the state of Kentucky? e.g. someone like Howard might say go to a basketball game! Which I would if we were there at the right time. :)
Don't worry about the logistics of getting to these places. I can deal with that later. Just looking for ideas from fellow RVers. And yes, only five b/c I want you to really prioritize your choices.
Thanks for your time and thoughts,
LYNNA
We enjoyed the Louisville Slugger Museum and factory tour in downtown Louisville.
Butcher Hollow, childhood home of Loretta Lynn near Van Lear, Kentucky (east side of the state) was a quirky little stop. The old "company store" is owned by her brother and, at that time, he personaly gave the tour of the old homestead up the road. Had a great time meeting him and listening to his stories, we could have stayed there for hours talking to him
.
Abe Lincoln Birthplace near Elizabethtown is nice, while there take in a show at the Lincoln Jamboree, a live country western music show that has been going on since the 1950's and is located just down the road.
National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green is cool.
I didn't mention Mammoth Cave since you already have caves on your list. These are just a few of things we have done when visiting Kentucky. Enjoy your trip.
Phil and Rudee
Hit http://www.pattis-settlement.com/ and Land Between the Lakes, which are close to each other. Cumberland Gap is also worthwhile.
We haven't been to Bardstown but it is historic and has great bourbon distilleries in the area.
Churchill Downs while in Louisville is iconic
The others suggestions are all solid...
2) Natural Bridge
3) Boonesborough
4) The Quilt Trail (Quilts on Barns)
5) Of Course: ( Kentucky Downs ) or Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington!
Pieere
Thanks all. You've given me some excellent things to focus on and I can now start my research without feeling so overwhelmed.
LYNNA
You may want to consider the The KY Bourbon Trail
All others mentioned are good ones.
In my opinion, The KY Horse Park, Louisville Slugger Museum, and The KY Derby Museum are must sees.
Enjoy the Bluegrass State and its Unbridled Spirit!
I'm not a Ky'in, but did do the state two summers ago including many of the suggests from other posters. The Bourbon Trail stretches across the state so it's a multiple day schedule. If you only do one, and I suspect that everyone has a personal preference, we liked Woodford Reserve the best. Part of that reason is that getting there takes you thru some gorgeous race horse country. It's not on the Trail, but we liked Buffalo Trace in Franklin. Mainly because the crowds are smaller and it's rustic.