Free & Cheap Things to Do in Frankfort, KY

  • The list below includes 83 free or cheap things to do in or near Frankfort, Kentucky, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Bowling and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Frankfort Cemetery to Leslie Morris Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Frankfort and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lexington, Versailles, Georgetown and Lawrenceburg.
  • The list below includes 83 free or cheap things to do in or near Frankfort, Kentucky, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Bowling and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Frankfort Cemetery to Leslie Morris Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Frankfort and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lexington, Versailles, Georgetown and Lawrenceburg.
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0.1 Miles
67% 12 votes
Historic Homes 420 High Street, Frankfort, KY MoreLess Info
An ode to the history and growth of Kentucky state, the Old Governor's Mansion stands tall and strong. From 1798 to 1914, 35 of the state governors occupied and entertained at the mansion, making it a big part of the state's past.
0.2 Miles
91% 64 votes
History Museums 100 W. Broadway, Frankfort, KY MoreLess Info
A museum and research facility at the same time, Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History displays 3,000 exhibits pertaining to Kentucky's history.
3.2 Miles
68% 413 votes
Factory Tours PO Box 64, Frankfort, KY 40602 MoreLess Info
The original creator of the bourbon balls, Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory also offers tours on the premises, with sweets on the house.
5.8 Miles
88% 16 votes
Canoeing off Highway 1262, Frankfort, KY MoreLess Info
The serene, forked Elkhorn Creek is home to some of Kentucky's best small mouth bass fishing. Visitors can rent canoes or kayaks to navigate the creek or fish on the banks of the beautiful waterside.
7.5 Miles
87% 45 votes
Canoeing 7323 Peaks Mill Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
For an outdoor experience which also includes fishing, the Canoe Kentucky tours might make the difference. There is also a local shop from where equipment can be bought, including canoes and kayaks.
0.2 Miles
86% 21 votes
History Museums 325 Ann Street, Frankfort, KY MoreLess Info
Capital City Museum offers an intimate look into the city's foundation and history. The tour takes place over many different floors. Visitors can determine their own pace and enjoy a quick walk-through or a more in-depth experience.
0.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 100 W Broadway Street, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
Kentucky Historical Society collects, preserves, conserves, interprets and shares information, memories and materials from Kentucky's past to assist those interested in exploring and preserving that heritage. The Society has museum collections, an oral history collection, libraries and special collections.
4.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 80 Anderson Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
Hosting both league and public bowling, Capital Bowl offers visitors glow bowling with a black light illuminated bowling alley. The bowling alley offers daily specials for games, shoe rentals, and food from the snack bar.
0.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 100 W Main Street, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
Featuring two floors of artifacts, Kentucky Military History Museum has exhibits that depict the region's involvement with wars like the Civil War up until present day. These artifacts include firearms, photographs, medals, and more.
6.9 Miles
92% 1083 votes
Distilleries 7855 McCracken Pike, Versailles, KY 40383 MoreLess Info
2 types of bourbon are produced at the Woodford Reserve Distillery. The tours will take the visitors throughout the oldest and smallest distillery in the US. It is a National historic Landmark.
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