I loved my visit to Bernheim Forest! I can't believe how long it took for me to visit…read more I visited on a sunny, 75 degree, Saturday afternoon. There was a good amount of people but it didn't feel crowded. There first stop was a little gift shop with and information desk, snack bar, and bathrooms. From there the trail to the forest giants was super easy to follow. After walking to the giants, I drove the path to see the Tin Man and canopy walks. I love how accessible all the big attractions were and how beautiful the forests are. It's worth stopping in if you're visiting the area or a local!

Bernheim is one my husband's and my favorite places to get away from it all and enjoy being with…read morenature. After an unusually cold winter, we recently had a day warm enough day to return to Bernheim, and we chose a shorter trail due to time constraints. We hiked the Knob Top Trail and really enjoyed the peacefulness on the trail (we saw no other people on this trail today). The Knob Top is not one of the more popular trails, but we really enjoyed it. It is rated by Bernheim as "Difficult," but I would say it is moderate. It can be hiked as an in and out (this is what we chose to do) or as a connector between "Two Ponds Loop' and "Lake Nevin Loop." It is a short trail, only 0.5 mi in and 0.5 miles out. The terrain is packed dirt, and as expected, included tree roots, rocks, mounds, ruts, and other obstacles. The hike is a gradual incline to the top (Inspiration Knob) where there is a pretty, green, decommissioned water tank. This was a perfect, short hike to ease into hiking season! Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. Photos added to my original review of Bernheim Forest.

This is a new excellent playground for kids and family members. It's right next to the baseball…read morefield and they have many fun different activities for kids. My daughters favorite thing was the zip line and the turnabout spinner. We enjoyed ourselves very much! And we will return

Really enjoyed our visit to My Old Kentucky Home State Park!…read more My fiancé and I stayed in Bardstown for a few days so we decided to check out this state park since we had heard good things. So glad we did! We walked into the visitor center and had no issues booking a tour. We took a causal stroll around the grounds before heading to the beautiful mansion. There we had Kit show us around the house and gave us the history of the Rowan family, who owned built the house in 1795. She was so kind and informative! You learn about the Rowan's and their cousin, Stephen Foster, who was inspired by the house for his song " My Old Kentucky Home." We appreciated that they also include the history and stories of the enslaved people who lived and worked on the grounds. This is a must visit when in Kentucky!

Our group of friends ventured from Louisville to Bardstown to enjoy a full day of adventure in this…read morelovely town. We participated in an afternoon tour of My Old Kentucky Home and received a group rate of $12 per person since we purchased at least 10 tickets. The tour of the home is self-guided and typically takes less than an hour and then can allow extra time if needed to check out the grounds and/or the gift shop. On this day, however, we had a wonderful tour guide who was impressive with her knowledge about the house and the residents. The house is beautifully maintained and the grounds are also pristine. The visitor center had seating with the option to view a film while waiting. There is also a gift shop filled to the brim with a multitude of items. Plenty of parking. Restroom facilities are well maintained. Overall, a well maintained historical property.

We came to Bardstown to visit the Bourbon distilleries, but there's only so much eating and…read moredrinking we can do in one weekend! We found this park with hiking trails! It offers 2-3 trails with varying distances. The loop we hiked was about a mile and moderately difficult. There were hills, roots, and some rocks to navigate. The trail had mulch to help avoid mud pits. Sadly, the lake/ pond was really low so the water feature wasn't pretty. But it got us moving and burned off some of the calories we consumed!

Nice park here in Bardstown that my family and I visited while we are there unfortunately…read moreeverything was kind of shut down because of the coronavirus but we got to walk around and look at the nature hikes and trails met a lot of nice looking swing said some things for the kids to play with I will go back next time I'm in Bardstown

I'm a big fan of covered bridges and old Timey things such as landmarks bridges statues or things…read morelike that. So this one is a cool addition it's called Mount Zion covered bridge. And it is exactly what it is it is a bridge picture from point a to point B and a small little town and it's got a cover over it and I enjoy seeing different places like this

One of only a dozen covered bridges in Kentucky, and a historic landmark. It parallels the main…read moreroad's newfangled bridge, and you can park on either side for cute pictures. Outside is real pretty, but inside is a hot mess of the names of local teens or what not. It's a real shame, because it's otherwise in great condition. It's a good excuse for a drive to see the scenery around Bardstown. We went to the Donkey Tree after for even more fun.

I really like the little city of Bardstown! I live in Louisville, and I'm born and raised Kentucky,…read moreso I'm very familiar with the state. It's absolutely beautiful, and Bardstown is no exception. The downtown area is so cute! It's lined with shops, bars, and restaurants, and it's extremely walkable. It's a great place to visit for a day trip. There's plenty to do, and because it's small, it can all be done in a day or weekend, so you won't feel like you're missing anything. Outside of the downtown area you'll still find lots of fun stuff to experience, like My Old Kentucky Home State Park, multiple museums, historic sites, and of course - distilleries! If you're looking for a fun place to visit, the city of Bardstown is a great one!

Awesome little city that is about 30 minutes from my house so occasionally will drop by over here…read morecheck it out today my daughters and I went and visited the whole city drove around walk square block I'll like that small town feel is a good atmosphere to it definitely check it out it's awesome place

Our tour guide was fantastic! He was knowledgeable, fun, and ensured we had time to look around…read morebefore moving on in the tour. As a privately owned cave, you can really get up close to cave features while still being respectful of the fragile ecosystem.

This was our 2nd family visit to Squire Boone Caverns. The cave formations are beautiful and well…read morelit. The tour is a good length for short legs. Both tour guides were very knowledgeable, friendly, answered questions, and kept the moving at a good pace.

I feel so lucky that I visited Yew Dell Botanical Gardens on the last Friday of September. I…read morearrived around 4 p.m. without knowing that every last Friday of the month from 4-7 p.m. is their Happy Hour with free admission. It usually is $12 per adult. My wife and I could walk the trails and enjoy the beautifully landscaped flowers and trees at no cost. The atmosphere was fantastic, peaceful, refreshing, and uplifting. There was also live music outdoors, where people could enjoy food, wine, and beer in a lovely setting. This place is truly charming and relaxing. Now I know I've found a hidden jam. I'll look forward to visiting here on the Last friday of each month (April through October).

Yew Dell Gardens is truly one of the most peaceful and beautiful places in Kentucky. It's the…read moreperfect spot for a quiet walk, a meaningful chat with a friend, or an afternoon of letting the kids explore and discover the wonders of nature. Every visit feels fresh and different--sometimes we come to stroll the gardens slowly and soak in the seasonal blooms, other times just to let the kids run and enjoy the open spaces. The grounds are gorgeous and so thoughtfully designed, with little nooks and trails that invite you to pause, notice, and breathe. There's a sense of calm and restoration here that's hard to find anywhere else. My entire family loves coming, and it's become one of our go-to places whenever we want to recharge or spend time together outdoors. Whether you're a gardener, a parent, or someone who just loves natural beauty, I can't recommend Yew Dell Gardens enough. It's a gem for the whole community.