- TripBuzz found 35 things to do with kids in or near Cave City, Kentucky, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Glasgow, Mammoth Cave, Bowling Green and Horse Cave.
- From Dinosaur World to Jesse James Riding Stables, the Cave City area offers 42 different types of family activities, including: Caverns & Caves, Other Adventures, Amusement Parks (All Ages) and Amusement Parks (Kids).
- Cave City rests just seven miles east of Mammoth Cave National Park, which forms the basis for most attractions in the area. There are also a number of smaller caves outside the park which lead to the city's name. Several lakes and rivers in the area can be used for water-based recreation as well.
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0.7 Miles
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409 East Happy Valley St, Cave City, KY 42127
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The animals of North America, Africa, and India come together at the Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum. Animals are held in their natural environment, and the settings allow for closer observation than at many zoos.
4.5 Miles
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566 Old Mammoth Cave Road, Cave City, KY 42127
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While also having displayed the largest dinosaur skull in the world (5 feet-long, 65 million years old skull), Big Mike's Rock & Gift Shop sells rocks, minerals, gems and fossils, as well as other souvenirs. It also has a mystery house.
2.6 Miles
Also named the Jesse James Riding Stable, Kentucky Action Park has go-karts, bumper cars and boats, a mini golf course, outlaw caves, and other attractions.
1.2 Miles
For an unforgettable experience in an old Wild West town, with 2 six-shooters in their hands, the visitors should go to Guntown Mountain. Besides the reiteration of the gunfights, there are also Can-Can shows, among many other things.
4.1 Miles
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Hidden River Cave & American Cave Museum
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119 East Main St, Horse Cave, KY
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There are 2 subterranean rivers flowing at the Hidden River Cave & American Cave Museum, more than 100 feet underground. There are three types of tours available, including a zipline and rapelling one.
4.9 Miles
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Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo
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3700 L and N Turnpike Road, Horse Cave, KY 42749
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Some of Australia's most cuddly and rambunctious creatures can be found at Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo. The zoo houses kangaroos, spotted deer, silver foxes, pythons, and many other creatures.
6.0 Miles
Discovered in 1859, the Diamond Caverns tours will take the visitors more than 350 steps underground, well all sorts of stone formations can be observed, from stalagmites to flowstones.
6.1 Miles
Commonly visited by students of schools like Centre College, Mammoth Cave National Park offers guests the opportunity to go on a variety of tours through the rather cool cave. The location also features a museum for individuals who wish to become more informed.
9.1 Miles
With a glow in the dark miniature golf course, Ralphie's Fun Center is an entertainment complex with inflatables, bowling, laser tag, and arcade games. The center offers several party packages that include game sessions, party hosts, and pizza.
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From gymnastics to cheerleading classes, Extreme Gymnastics offers private lessons with experienced gymnastics instructors. The gym has a playground area with an inflatable bounce house, arcade games, and an indoor playground.