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$104 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$104
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great comfy beds"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 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$156 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$156
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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! (1,005 reviews)
"This hotel is a great option for those wanting to visit Mammoth Caves National Park. It’s located off the highway, so easy access. Our room was very clean and with extra space and plenty of storage. WiFi works great too."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express Horse Cave by IHG
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

3 out of 5
1953 Mel Browning Street, Bowling Green, KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$139 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$139
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bowling Green. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Great area, plenty of parking"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green
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.
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 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 4 July 2025

The Maple Retreat at Park Mammoth
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! (24 reviews)
"It was an amazing house, we had everything we needed. So close to a lot of the caves that we did. Very nice location. Cave City is a great town to visit."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Peaceful private 3 BR new home near Mammoth Cave.
Year-round 3BR/2BA Lake front - Nolin State Park (1mile) -Mammoth Cave (30min)

Year-round 3BR/2BA Lake front - Nolin State Park (1mile) -Mammoth Cave (30min)

Mammoth Cave
Stay at this vacation home in Mammoth Cave. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nolin Lake State Park and Moutardier Marina ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
"This property was private and very beautiful. We stayed with our two young children and they loved it. We were disappointed to learn the state park was closed as that was part of the draw to this property. The house itself was perfect! We loved the sunroom. It was plenty of space and move extras ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Year-round 3BR/2BA Lake front - Nolin State Park (1mile) -Mammoth Cave (30min)
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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