- TripBuzz found 30 things to do with kids in or near Benton, Kentucky, including 29 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Paducah, Murray and Gilbertsville.
- From Mike Miller County Park to Kentucky Shores Family Fun Center, the Benton area offers 24 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Specialty Museums, Bowling and Theaters.
- Located in southwest Kentucky, Benton is the home to good people, southern culture, and charming scenery. Every year the community hosts 'Tater Day,' which attracts visitors from all over the Jackson Purchase with plenty of fried foods, live music, a community parade, and a series of carnival games for the whole family to enjoy.
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The Arboretum at Murray State has a fully accessible horticultural display, public garden, and educational center. Two miles of paths offer visitors a relaxing walk and viewing of diverse plant life in open woodlands, savanna, prairie, forest, and wetlands.
17.4 Miles
Murray Calloway Parks & Recreation provides opportunities in leisure and recreational activities in safe and educational environments. They conserve natural resources and offer a range of recreational activities including soccer fields, disc golf, picnic shelters and playgrounds.
18.3 Miles
An indoor miniature golf course lit by black lights, Treasure Golf features 18 holes of golf, each with its own distinctive layout, obstacles, and challenges. The course also features the Cove Cafe, which features a full menu.
18.7 Miles
Part of Murray State University, the CFSB Center is an 8,500 seat multi-purpose arena. The arena is host to a variety of concerts, family shows, conventions, and sports tournaments year round.
18.9 Miles
The Flip Side Skate Shop is a skate store that sells brands including Element, Zero, Plan B, Baker, and Birdhouse. The skate shop sells skateboard accessories including trucks, hats, shirts, wheels, and grip tape.
20.3 Miles
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Jefferson St.-Park Ave., 3rd-9th Sts., Paducah, KY
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No less than 47 businesses find their home in the Lowertown Arts District. Galleries and studios, art and home decorations and plenty of other shops are found in here.
20.7 Miles
With the Freight House constructed in 1925, the Paducah Railroad Museum was opened in 1996. It displays artifacts concerning the railroad history, including engine and car equipment.
20.8 Miles
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631 Kentucky Ave., Paducah, KY
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The Lloyd Tilghman House and Civil War Museum is a Greek Revival home that was built in 1852. The confederate general's home is part of the Kentucky Civil War Heritage Trail and remains an important part of the state's history.
20.8 Miles
With five productions per season, Market House Theatre showcases the talent of local actors and entertainers. The theater offers select family oriented plays that cover fairy tales and book adaptations.
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Kentucky Dam
22 miles upstream from the confluence of the Tennessee River with the Ohio, Paducah, KY
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At 206 feet high, Kentucky Dam provides outdoor activities like walking, jogging, and biking. Visitors can sign up for a group tour of the dam to see how it operates, or simply enjoy views of the reservoir from the top.