Free & Cheap Things to Do in Shelbyville, KY

  • The list below includes 38 free or cheap things to do in or near Shelbyville, Kentucky, including 67 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Farms & Ranches and Recreation Centers.
  • From Clear Creek Park to Shelbyville-Shelby County Parks & Rec, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Shelbyville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frankfort, Lawrenceburg, LaGrange and Versailles.
  • The list below includes 38 free or cheap things to do in or near Shelbyville, Kentucky, including 67 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Farms & Ranches and Recreation Centers.
  • From Clear Creek Park to Shelbyville-Shelby County Parks & Rec, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Shelbyville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frankfort, Lawrenceburg, LaGrange and Versailles.
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31.1 Miles
50% 2 votes
River Shepherdsville, KY MoreLess Info
The Salt River is an ideal fishing location for visitors who may be interested in catching both bass and catfish. The river is located near a KOA for guests who may be interested in camping overnight.
31.1 Miles
92% 13 votes
Family Fun Center 315 Joe B. Hall Avenue, Shepherdsville, KY 40165 MoreLess Info
Open seasonally, Kart Country Family Entertainment Center is an amusement and games complex that features a variety of attractions. Visitors can ride go-karts, visit batting cages, ride bumper boats, play miniature golf, and visit the arcade.
31.3 Miles
94% 114 votes
Hiking Trails 2499 Hwy. 245, Clermont, KY 40110 MoreLess Info
Covering more than 14,000 acres, the Bernheim Arboretum & Forest was established in 1929 and, since 1950 when it was opened for public, it has received approximately 200,000 visitors each year. There are more than 32 miles of trails, and more than 8,000 plant species in here.
31.5 Miles
82% 294 votes
National & State Parks 501 E. Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY 40004 MoreLess Info
The Federal Hill Mansion is the central attration at My Old Kentucky Home State Park. The antebellum South comes to life with the detail throughout the house, and outdoor activities like picnicking and birdwatching are available on the grounds.
31.6 Miles
75% 28 votes
Historic Sites 5079 Lincoln Park Road, Springfield, KY 40069 MoreLess Info
Covering 153 acres, the Lincoln Homestead State Park features the house where the president's mother lived, and also a replica of his father's 1782 cabin. A museum, a gift shop, a playground and other amenities are found also in here.
31.6 Miles
95% 19 votes
Horseback Riding 1605 Jackson Pike, Harrodsburg, KY 40330 MoreLess Info
Accommodating horseback riders of all skill levels, Big Red Stables offers guided trail tours of the surrounding wilderness. The stables are located on 200 acres of farmland and offers lessons for Western riding styles.
31.8 Miles
70% 56 votes
Distilleries Bourbon Heritage Center, 1311 Gilkey Run Road, Bardstown, KY 40004 MoreLess Info
With several guided tour options, Heaven Hill Distilleries provides the history of Kentucky bourbon presented in a film, gallery, and tasting room. In the tasting room, visitors can sample four types of whiskey produced at the distillery.
32.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Movie Theaters 300 Professional Ct, New Albany, IN 47150 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, Regal New Albany Stadium 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, mobile ticketing, arcade games, a party room and a snack bar.
32.4 Miles
87% 30 votes
Historic Sites 914 E Main Street, New Albany, IN 47150 MoreLess Info
The Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site is home to Culbertson Mansion, the ancestral home of William S. and Samuel Culbertson. Built largely during the Civil War, the mansion is now open for tours, including ghost tours.
32.6 Miles
45% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 300 Professional Ct, New Albany, IN 47150 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with 16 screens, Regal New Albany Stadium 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, a party room and a concession area with food and drinks.
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