South Central Kentucky, KY

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in South Central Kentucky

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College Hill Historic District

While visiting College Hill Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Barren River Imaginative Museum of Science and Brims Children s Museum.

College Hill Historic District
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Downtown Bowling Green

While visiting Downtown Bowling Green, you might make a stop by sights like Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center and Bowling Green Ballpark.

Downtown Bowling Green
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Eastland Park

When in Eastland Park, you can plan a visit to CrossWinds Golf Course and Carroll Knicely Conference Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Eastland Park
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Shawnee Estates

While there might not be top attractions in Shawnee Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lost River Cave and Carroll Knicely Conference Center.

Shawnee Estates
Red Roof Inn & Suites Cave City

Red Roof Inn & Suites Cave City

2 out of 5
807 Mammoth Cave St, Cave City, KY
The price is NT$1,955 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
NT$1,955
NT$2,176 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cave City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"This was a decent hotel. There are no amenities however, so nothing to brag about. We rented two rooms. One had some ticks and other bugs that had came in from outside. These rooms are all exterior though, so it’s more expected. Overall cleanliness was good. Pillows were not very comfortable."

Reviewed on 2025/7/28

Red Roof Inn & Suites Cave City
Holiday Inn Express Horse Cave by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Horse Cave by IHG

2.5 out of 5
750 Flint Ridge Rd, Horse Cave, KY
The price is NT$3,328 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
NT$3,328
NT$3,669 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Horse Cave. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"This hotel is literally right off of the highway (65) so very convenient. Breakfast was good. They even had a pork-free sausage option which was amazing for our family. A few spiders near/under the AC unit (since we had to unplug and plug it). AC does kick on and off throughout the night instead ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/30

Holiday Inn Express Horse Cave by IHG
Woodspring Suites Bowling Green I-65

Woodspring Suites Bowling Green I-65

2.5 out of 5
175 Orange Court, Bowling Green, KY
The price is NT$2,050 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
NT$2,050
NT$2,326 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bowling Green. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions National Corvette Museum and Aviation Heritage ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (303 reviews)
"Was very clean and very well priced …."

Reviewed on 2025/7/30

Woodspring Suites Bowling Green I-65
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The Maple Retreat at Park Mammoth

The Maple Retreat at Park Mammoth

3 out of 5
1 Jagni Lp, Park City, KY
Stay at this 3-star golf cabin in Park City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cave Valley Golf Club and Diamond Caverns ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Amazing Family Vacation Spot
"Excellent location. Just minutes from Mammoth National Park. We were able to go back and forth to take breaks easily. Super clean and has everything you need to make meals. Laundry on site was very helpful to clean our clothes after hiking, cave tours and kayaking. You have privacy yet you are located ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/4

The Maple Retreat at Park Mammoth
Kozy Haven Log Cabin Rentals

Kozy Haven Log Cabin Rentals

3 out of 5
1561 Hwy 55 S Rd, Columbia, KY
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 2025/7/24

Kozy Haven Log Cabin Rentals
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Mammoth Cave National Park

Mammoth Cave National Park

4.5/5(266 reviews)

Journey toward the center of the earth as you discover the world’s largest known cave system, one of Kentucky’s great hidden secrets.

Mammoth Cave National Park
If you like the Corvette this is the place for you. The assembly plant is across the street and also offers tours.

National Corvette Museum

4.5/5(181 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Corvette Museum during your travels in Bowling Green. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming coffeehouses in this family-friendly area.

National Corvette Museum
1.7 mile trail and u can see the Cumberland falls and Eagle Falls I one trip...great few

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

4.5/5(53 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park, a lovely green space in Jamestown. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the fishing spots.

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park
Old Friends at Kentucky Downs is a Thoroughbred Horse retirement farm, Sadly when these beautiful animals are no longer of value in the racing industry many of them do not fair well. Fortunately there is a place like Old Friends where more more than a hundred of these fine animals have retired in horsey style luxury. This is a must see if you are in Northern Kentucky!!

Kentucky Downs

4.5/5(35 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Kentucky Downs during your time in Franklin? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the coffeehouses and restaurants.

Kentucky Downs
Eagle Point overlooking Trooper Island on Dale Hollow Lake

Dale Hollow Lake State Park

You can take time to visit Dale Hollow Lake State Park during your travels to Burkesville. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Dale Hollow Lake State Park

Beech Bend Park

4.5/5(75 reviews)

Bring your family to Beech Bend Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Bowling Green. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the bowling alleys.

Beech Bend Park

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