Highest-rated things to do in Kentucky, according to Tripadvisor
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Indeed, even if you've lived in Kentucky your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Kentucky reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Kentucky using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.
Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Kentucky, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.
#30. Mary Todd Lincoln House
- Rating: 4.5/5 (771 reviews)
- Address: 578 West Main St. Lexington, Kentucky
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#29. Claiborne Farm
- Rating: 5/5 (559 reviews)
- Address: 703 Winchester Road Paris, Kentucky
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#28. The National Quilt Museum
- Rating: 5/5 (1,088 reviews)
- Address: 215 Jefferson St. Paducah, Kentucky
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#27. Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
- Rating: 4.5/5 (999 reviews)
- Address: 401 Cross St. Lexington, Kentucky
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#26. Old Friends at Dream Chase Farm
- Rating: 5/5 (527 reviews)
- Address: 1841 Paynes Depot Road Georgetown, Kentucky
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#25. James B. Beam Distilling Co.
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,606 reviews)
- Address: 568 Happy Hollow Road Clermont, Kentucky
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#24. Mill Ridge Farm
- Rating: 5/5 (404 reviews)
- Address: 2800 Bowman Mill Road Lexington, Kentucky
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#23. Stitzel-Weller Distillery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (847 reviews)
- Address: 3860 Fitzgerald Rd, Shively Louisville, Kentucky
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#22. Four Roses
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,220 reviews)
- Address: 1224 Bonds Mill Road Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
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#21. Creation Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,484 reviews)
- Address: 2800 Bullittsburg Church Road Petersburg, Kentucky
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#20. Willett Distilling Company
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,104 reviews)
- Address: 1869 Loretto Road Bardstown, Kentucky
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#19. NCM Motorsports Park
- Rating: 5/5 (517 reviews)
- Address: 505 Kimberlee A. Fast Drive Bowling Green, Kentucky
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#18. The Big Four Bridge
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,977 reviews)
- Address: 1101 River Road Louisville, Kentucky
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#17. Woodford Reserve Distillery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,042 reviews)
- Address: 7855 McCracken Pike Welcome Center Versailles, Kentucky
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#16. Kentucky Horse Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,754 reviews)
- Address: 4089 Iron Works Pkwy Lexington, Kentucky
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#15. Castle & Key Distillery
- Rating: 5/5 (842 reviews)
- Address: 4445 McCracken Pike Frankfort, Kentucky
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#14. Crystal Onyx Cave
- Rating: 5/5 (549 reviews)
- Address: 425 Prewitts Knob Road Cave City, Kentucky
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#13. National Corvette Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,088 reviews)
- Address: 350 Corvette Drive Bowling Green, Kentucky
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#12. Conrad-Caldwell House Museum (Conrad's Castle)
- Rating: 5/5 (782 reviews)
- Address: 1402 St. James Court Louisville, Kentucky
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#11. Churchill Downs
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,825 reviews)
- Address: 700 Central Ave. Louisville, Kentucky
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#10. Mammoth Cave
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,275 reviews)
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#9. Ark Encounter
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,688 reviews)
- Address: 1 Ark Encounter Drive Williamstown, Kentucky
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#8. James E. Pepper Distillery
- Rating: 5/5 (1,199 reviews)
- Address: 1228 Manchester St. Suite 100 Lexington, Kentucky
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#7. Buffalo Trace Distillery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,642 reviews)
- Address: 113 Great Buffalo Trce Frankfort, Kentucky
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#6. Kentucky Derby Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,597 reviews)
- Address: 704 Central Ave. Louisville, Kentucky
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#5. Keeneland
- Rating: 5/5 (2,939 reviews)
- Address: 4201 Versailles Road Lexington, Kentucky
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#4. Lost River Cave
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,497 reviews)
- Address: 2818 Nashville Road Bowling Green, Kentucky
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#3. Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
- Rating: 4.5/5 (6,924 reviews)
- Address: 800 West Main St. Louisville, Kentucky
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#2. Maker's Mark
- Rating: 5/5 (3,094 reviews)
- Address: 3350 Burkes Spring Road Loretto, Kentucky
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#1. Louisville Mega Cavern
- Rating: 5/5 (20,554 reviews)
- Address: 1841 Taylor Ave. Louisville, Kentucky
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
