Absolutely stunning experience. The museum was breathtaking personally, and I truly felt serenity…read morewalking through the grounds. 10/10 recommend and hope to return soon!

Wow!! This place is so cool and how did I not know it existed when I was a student at WKU?! I loved…read moreroaming the grounds, getting lost in all the scenery. It is absolutely gorgeous here. The story and history behind this place is amazing and I love to see how well kept everything is, here. Highly recommend giving yourself a couple of hours to explore because there is so much to see! They close at 5pm and we arrived around 4:30pm, so not enough time to explore the museum, maybe next time. We were able to take several photos of the arboretum and let me tell you, you cannot take a bad picture here - everything is stellar!

We did the extended historic tour yesterday and it was informative, just the right length and not…read moretoo strenuous. We were on the 9:15am tour and arrived 30 min early to check in, and use the restrooms. First mile was open space and well paved path. 2nd mile was more gravel path and also winding areas where you have to duck your head and squeeze into tight places. Really enjoyed the "fat man's misery" area for the kids.

Pictures will never do justice, but this place is INCREDIBLE, yet makes you feel really small. So…read moremuch history and information within the Gothic tour itself, detailed drawings and signatures of the miners, with historical significance of the surrounding areas. Wish I could have scheduled as many tours as possible in a day, but time was limited. I was told by our tour guide it would take upwards of 4 months to explore the whole cave system, and that is a MINIMUM.

A great and unique cave experience in Bowling Green. We…read morerecently took the underground boat tour at Lost River Cave in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and it was a very cool and unique adventure! This is Kentucky's only underground boat tour, and we were lucky to visit right after the river had lowered enough to reopen following flooding. (When the water is high, the cave becomes submerged, so timing is everything.) Our tour guide, Bri, was fantastic. She was funny, engaging, and an incredibly skilled boat driver. She kept the group entertained with corny but hilarious jokes while sharing the rich history of the cave, from its days as a Native American hunting ground and Civil War campground to its time as a hideout. It was even a 1930s nightclub which was being used as a wedding venue when we visited. She navigated us as far back into the cave as possible, pointing out beautiful and interesting rock formations along the way. The tour was about 45-minutes and included a guided walk to the cave entrance with 3 stops before you board the boat. Be aware that it involves a steep walk down (and back up) and requires bending over low in the boat with your torso flat toward the seat when the water is high as you first aneter and leave the cave. This makes the ride difficult or impossible for those with mobility impairments. Despite the physical aspects, I thought the experience was truly unique and peaceful as you glide through the cool, dark cave. I highly recommend this for anyone who is interested in unique cave experiences or anyone who enjoys a blend of nature, history, and corny jokes.

Fun, easy cave experience! We had two small children, so it was perfect! Cave experience without…read moretoo much walking! The short boat ride through the cave was beautiful

One of the highlights of my visit to Bowling Green was Dr. Smith's Spooky Stories tour!…read more While other ghost tours lean heavily on ancient legends and lore, Dr. Smith's tour features contemporary accounts of haunted happenings around the Western Kentucky University campus taken from the hundreds of interviews she's conducted with living witnesses. Knowing that ghostly sightings have taken place and have been documented recently adds to the thrill of this fantastic tour. Dr. Smith's grasp on the history of the region is fantastic, and her storytelling abilities are unmatched. I look forward to another tour with Dr. Smith's Spooky Stories the next time I'm in the area!

Dr. Smith lead an amazing ghost tour!! I've been on several ghost tours at other places, and what's…read moreamazing about this tour is that Dr. Smith has done her own research of conducting hundreds of interviews to gather the stories of all the spooky activity that has taken place on the campus. The cool thing is that a lot of her stories are recent examples from the past 8 years, which makes it even spookier! Western Kentucky is a gorgeous campus so this tour is full of beautiful views, history and great storytelling. Dr. Smith is amazing, and I can't recommend her enough when visiting Bowling Green.

sad that is not being kept up, why it's not clear. are grants being sought? why not? do the owners…read morewant it to fall apart? i have toured many historical dwellings and in each there is a method to donate. i attempted to email Beth the volunteer in charge to ask if I could make a dedicated donation for example to repair the window mullions. No answer.

Visited the Octagon Hall Museum in Franklin, KY. Built in 1849, it has seen its share of tragedy…read moreduring the Civil War. Beth, the caretaker, was a highlight of the visit. There seems to be an enormous amount of paranormal activity. Her stories were very interesting. While I didn't experience anything, I was quite uneasy on the second floor and didn't stay there very long. I desnded the stairs to the basement, took a quick look and retreated. There's a kitchen on the grounds and two cemeteries, one of which was for the slaves. I highly recommend a tour of the Octagon ($10.00) and taking the time to chat with Brth. Glad we stopped to see it. 95

My nephew and I recently toured Falcon Rest Mansion & Gardens. Our tour guide George was very…read moreknowledgeable and an awesome tour guide. We got to see the room where my sister and I were born when it was a hospital. The house has been beautifully restored. I would highly recommend anyone to take a tour of this historical Mansion.

Hubby & I enjoyed our day at Falcon Rest! George & Charlene has single handedly renovated this…read morebeautiful home and grounds for decades. That sweet couple saw an abandoned place (a land mark community hone) and knew they could fix it to nearly the original splendor. It is soooo worth spending the day there, and take advantage of the sweet little cafe. We just loved our lunch. The home was built with all the modern conveniences when indoor plumbing or electric were unheard of! It saw many different owners, including a doctor who turned the home into a hospital! It was even where the first hip surgery was ever done in the county. A must see!!!

I love that the Hidden River Cave is pet friendly. Your furry friend can come down in the cave and…read morein the gift shop. The staff was so excited to see my pup walk in. The gift shop is cute. It isn't large but they have a good selection. The promos are they have the longest underground suspended bridge. I am adraid of heights and was nervous most about this part of the tour. The girls were understanding and talked me through if I wasn't able to take on the bridge. This is a guided tour about a mile long. The entrance is so beautiful. It is like walking into a secret garden. The river is gorgeous and the water sounds so soothing. When we got to the bridge it wasn't as bad as my mind was making it out to be. It is high but the darkness of the cave made it harder to see how high up you are. The bridge felt really stable and didn't shake as much as I was expecting. This is a beautiful cave. The tour was fantastic. My pup loved the tour and had a blast cave exploring.

For the last couple years my wife and I have taken to doing cave tours. We've done several in the…read morearea and only made it to Hidden River Cave & American Cave Museum recently. Unlike some cave attractions, you have to make a reservation to visit Hidden River. It's easy via their website. Once you arrive you can check in at the desk and then tour the museum and gift shop before your cave tour begins. The museum is self-guided and is two stories' worth of exhibits. There's a staircase that takes you down to the lower level where you'll find just as many exhibits as their is on the main floor. Everything is presented nicely, well lit, and informative. Shortly before your tour begins your tour guide will introduce himself, give you a brief overview of the cave, and then do a Q&A before heading to the cave entrance. This cave tour begins by descending some steps. A Lot of steps. The opening is very impressive, and as you ascend you can feel the temperature drop. A brief pause at the bottom of the steps and our tour guide pointed out some of the machinery left over from various uses of the cave in the past. Then it's into the cave. I love cave tours because it puts you in a place that's nothing but history. They're made by nature, often hidden for centuries, and, for all intents and purposes, somewhere that man isn't really intended to go...but we're Mankind and we do that kind of thing. Once inside the cave there are areas that are expansive and areas that are terrifically narrow. I love large, open spaces underground. Sometimes you have to remind yourself that your anywhere from 50 to over 100 feet below surface. In a fashion, it's a bit humbling. At the same time, you have to remind yourself that you're actually below a downtown area. The suspended bridge was definitely a highlight of this cave tour. Cleverly designed and installed, I'd almost consider an underground wonder. A little further along you come to the Sunset Dome, and the farther point of your tour. The Sunset Dome is a beautiful space. I just had to stop and listen to the silence. Nothing but silence, running was from an underground steam, and the occasional drop of water from above (a cave kiss). If only the others on our tour would have been to appreciate it more. After the Sunset Dome you hit rewind and head back along the same path you just took on the way in. Back cross the suspended bridge. Then back to the bottom of the staircase....which you now need to walk up. And there are A LOT of stairs. It was tough, I'm not going to lie. I'm in pretty good shape and I had to stop twice on the way up. Once you're up to the top you have a chance to visit the gift shop again and purchase a souvenir or two. I don't recall our tour guide's name, but he was pretty good. He did spent a fair amount of time patting himself on the back, stating at least 4 times that how long he'd been doing these tours and how he considered himself an expert. Weird flex, but ok. It was still a good tour and I'm glad we were finally able to get to Hidden River Cave.

Very very interesting! We stumbled upon this special birthplace and the rich history surrounding…read moreit. Cordell Hull had a fascinating life and among others positions, was the Secretary of State. A TN native, Cordell do so very much for our state. I would have liked to have seen more of his archives, sadly the door for more viewing was locked and there never was a Ranger on site. Walking through the humble beginnings of his father & mother 'a share cropper's family was fascinating.

Cordell Hull was the Secretary of State under president Franklin D. Roosevelt, and helped to create…read morethe United Nations and received a Nobel Peace Prize for it. . He was born on this property in 1871 here in Byrdstown, Tennessee. The 58 acres was purchased by Tennessee in the 1960s, and for a couple of decades, it was managed by neighboring state parks. It was formally established as its own thing in 1997. Today, it hosts a museum, the Cordell Hull collection of effects and archives, a replica cabin, picnic sites, and a 2.5 mile hiking loop to a cave.

Jennifer is one of the original homegrown Gems that awaits the true explorer with her knowledge and…read morespontaneous attitude. I can most defiantly say I'll be back for a second round of exploring or maybe look into using her services to help set up our company party. Once again a big thank you for a fun filled day exploring the country side.

We were just in Nashville in July and we did a tour with Jennifer…read more It was amazing being able to have a tour with someone with tremendous knowledge of the area as your guide. We were able to to visit some of the farms and had a chance to meet the farm owners. Jennifer knows everybody in the area she took us. She can offer you amazing insights if you are looking for in-depth tour in Nashville to some off-the-beaten-path places. Jennifers has all the tools one need to offer us a enjoyable and unique travel experience as a person. The exclusively local snacks and what's in the cooler at the back of her van certainly helps to completely our perfect day with her as well.

It doesn't get any cooler than bells Tavern it was directed by William Bell in 1830 it was a…read morestagecoach stop with the lines about people from the mammoth caves when they were first promoted