South Central Kentucky Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in South Central Kentucky

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College Hill Historic District

If you're spending some time in College Hill Historic District, Barren River Imaginative Museum of Science and Brims Children s Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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

While there might not be top attractions in Eastland Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like CrossWinds Golf Course and Carroll Knicely Conference Center.

Eastland Park
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Shawnee Estates

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shawnee Estates and surrounding area, you can visit 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 AU$108 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$108
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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)
"I always stay here on may back to Michigan from Florida."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

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 AU$167 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$167
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent location. Excellent value. Close to where we needed to be."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

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 AU$121 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$121
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (308 reviews)
Good, clean hotel with no extras!
"The hotel was very nice. But very simple. No extras at all. No toiletries, no tissues, just a bar of soap and a cup of coffee in the morning. So if you are looking for just a comfy bed, this is the place."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Woodspring Suites Bowling Green I-65
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.
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 24 Jul. 2025

Kozy Haven Log Cabin Rentals
Peaceful private 3 BR new home near Mammoth Cave.

Peaceful private 3 BR new home near Mammoth Cave.

Cave City
Stay at this vacation home in Cave City. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mammoth Cave National Park and Big ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Great location if you’re looking to enjoy what Cave City and Glasgow have to offer. Near two exits off I-65 with options to stock the fridge or grab fast food. Will definitely consider staying here again in the near future."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Peaceful private 3 BR new home near Mammoth Cave.
 Lake Front Home with community boat ramp. Private,  close to marinas and town.

Lake Front Home with community boat ramp. Private, close to marinas and town.

Somerset
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Somerset. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and patios. Popular attractions Firebrook Community Park and Potato Knoll ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews)
Perfect little getaway
"The property perfect for my wife and I! With the open kitchen to the living room to the view of the lake, we loved the charm and feel! We spent a lot of time on the big balcony just relaxing with the view of the lake, surrounded by trees, and very private. We’ll definitely try to go back soon!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Lake Front Home with community boat ramp. Private, close to marinas and town.
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.

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