High Bridge Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
Looking up Kentucky river at a tributary offshoot that has completely different coloring.

Popular places to visit

High Bridge Kentucky River Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in High Bridge Kentucky River Museum in Wilmore.

High Bridge Kentucky River Museum

High Bridge Park

After visiting High Bridge Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore.

High Bridge Park

Asbury University

Enjoy the student vibe at Asbury University as part of your travels around Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Asbury University

Asbury Theological Seminary

Explore the campus of Asbury Theological Seminary as part of your travels around Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Asbury Theological Seminary

B. L. Fisher Library

After visiting B. L. Fisher Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

B. L. Fisher Library

Kirkland Athletic Complex

After visiting Kirkland Athletic Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Kirkland Athletic Complex

Our pick of the best High Bridge Hotel Deals

Elwood Hotel & Suites

Elwood Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
444 Parkway Drive Lexington KY
The price is AU$155 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$155
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,020 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean room, easy check in and out.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Elwood Hotel & Suites
The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1375 South Broadway Lexington KY
The price is AU$169 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$169
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Large suite modern design

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton
Springhill Suites by Marriott Lexington Fritz Farm

Springhill Suites by Marriott Lexington Fritz Farm

3 out of 5
4019 Finn Way Lexington KY
The price is AU$191 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$191
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (318 reviews)
Everything was good. Ty

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Springhill Suites by Marriott Lexington Fritz Farm
Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4174 Rowan Lexington KY
The price is AU$224 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$224
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Everything was nice!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1000 Export St Lexington KY
The price is AU$162 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$162
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable. Noises in the hall and next room till late but overall it was good.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

3.5 out of 5
245 Lexington Green Circle Lexington KY
The price is AU$212 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$212
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
room was not as clean as it could have been especiallin bathroom, looked like floor needed to be mopped again.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green
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