Kentucky - What you need to know before you go - Go Guides

Kentucky is the US state that some may know best for its horseracing, a big automobile industry, and bluegrass music. For many others, it’s the birthplace of the world’s most recognised fried chicken franchise. Its largest city, Louisville, is a mecca for baseball fans, home to an important museum and factory that’s strikingly marked by the world’s largest baseball bat.

Kentucky is also big on nature. It’s a US state that has plenty of navigable miles of water, particularly in the form of the major rivers running along its border. The namesake Kentucky River is a haven for outdoor adventures, passing through the dramatic gorges of the Kentucky River Palisades. Kentucky is also home to Mammoth Cave National Park, the world’s longest cave system and just one of the beautiful underground features in the region dating back thousands of years.

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Louisville
Every May, Louisville hosts the Kentucky Derby – a 2-week racing spectacle that brings hordes of equestrian enthusiasts to Churchill Downs to watch thoroughbreds thunder down the track. Kentucky’s largest city has plenty more going on the rest of the year, however, with its farm-to-table fare, top-notch shopping, bourbon-perfumed nightlife, and historic neighbourhoods filled with handsome Victorian abodes. One of the...
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10 Must-Visit Small Towns in Kentucky
Kentucky has many exciting cities and charming small towns for virtually any kind of retreat you wish, from the stunning bluegrass region to the historic wonders of Jackson Purchase. Whether you want to explore the outdoors, shop around for unique...
10 Best Things to Do in Louisville
History is alive in Louisville, Kentucky's largest city. It lies on the banks of the Ohio River, where its iconic...
10 Weird and Quirky Things to Do in Louisville
“Keep Louisville Weird” is a popular moniker that's adopted to promote local businesses and individuality among Louisville residents. The slogan...
10 Best Things to Do in Kentucky
Kentucky is filled with unique things to see and do for a memorable trip, from fascinating historic sites to exciting...
10 Best Natural Wonders in Kentucky
Kentucky offers some of the best natural landmarks for outdoor sightseeing, including wonders like natural bridges, labyrinthian cave systems, and...
8 Best Things to Do for Families in Louisville
Louisville has much to offer families with its rich cultural offerings, elegant cast-iron heritage buildings and sporting attractions. Locals will...

Where & what to eat in Kentucky

10 Places Where Locals Love to Eat in Louisville
Louisville is a foodie hub in Kentucky. Hungry visitors find not only Southern favourites, from fried chicken to fried green tomatoes, but also dishes that are uniquely Kentuckian in nature. The famous Derby pie, mint julep, and the Hot Brown sandwich are only a few of the most well-known items that make up the basis of Louisville food culture. Of course,...
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Where to go & what to do at night in Kentucky

17 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Louisville
There’s no shortage of things to do after dinner in Louisville, especially with the city’s famous block-long stretch called Whiskey Row and its lively theatre district. The bourbon industry pulsates at the heart of downtown with cool bars and speakeasies harking back to the Roaring Twenties. Hit the town and you’ll be treated to rows of striking Revivalist-style buildings and storefronts...
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Louisville Travel Essentials
Our Louisville Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help you plan your trip to one of the most popular destinations in Kentucky, USA. No matter how frequently you travel, some questions will always need answers: What’s the weather like? How can I get from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to my hotel? What currency and type...
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