Things to Do with Kids in Danville, KY

  • TripBuzz found 33 things to do with kids in or near Danville, Kentucky, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Harrodsburg, Nicholasville, Richmond and Versailles.
  • From Gwinn Island Resort to Finley's Fun Center, the Danville area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Historic Sites and Bowling.
  • Known as the 'Birthplace of Bluegrass', the city of Danville is a popular destination for music culture and nightlife. The small town charm of the city makes for an enjoyable day of strolling the colorful downtown shops, dining at a local cafĂ© and enjoying the local art galleries. The city is also home to the Central Kentucky Wildlife Refuge, a 500-acre nature preserve.
  • TripBuzz found 33 things to do with kids in or near Danville, Kentucky, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Harrodsburg, Nicholasville, Richmond and Versailles.
  • From Gwinn Island Resort to Finley's Fun Center, the Danville area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Historic Sites and Bowling.
  • Known as the 'Birthplace of Bluegrass', the city of Danville is a popular destination for music culture and nightlife. The small town charm of the city makes for an enjoyable day of strolling the colorful downtown shops, dining at a local cafĂ© and enjoying the local art galleries. The city is also home to the Central Kentucky Wildlife Refuge, a 500-acre nature preserve.
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34.0 Miles
77% 22 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1305 Germany Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
A picnic pavilion, a nature center and hiking trails are found at Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary & Audubon Center. It covers 374 acres and it is popular among bird watchers.
35.2 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.
36.1 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.
36.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Theaters 649 Charity Ct, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
Founded over three decades ago, the Bluegrass Theatre Guild Inc is a community performing arts group dedicated to bringing theatrical entertainment to the local community. Dramas, musicals, and comedies are among the many shows performed throughout the acting season.
36.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
National & State Parks 4375 Boonesboro Road, Winchester, KY 40391 MoreLess Info
Once Daniel Boone's residence, the Boonesborough State Park is an interesting and historical stop for travelers through the Winchester area. The park features historical buildings, sprawling farmland, reenactments and preserved documents.
37.2 Miles
87% 39 votes
National & State Parks 1320 Park Road, Taylorsville, KY MoreLess Info
With a 3,030 acre lake adding to its own 1,200 acres, the Taylorsville Lake State Park is suited for both water and land activities: in here are found trails which add up to 16 miles, boats for renting and fishing, playgrounds and many others.
37.3 Miles
95% 65 votes
Monuments Frankfort, KY MoreLess Info
The 125,000 Kentuckians who served the United States during the Vietnam era are honored at the Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The monument overlooks the state Capitol with stunning views of the area, and special ceremonies are held at the memorial throughout the year.
37.3 Miles
77% 39 votes
Specialty Museums 4083 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511 MoreLess Info
Located in Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, The American Saddlebred Museum, Gift Shop and Gallery is the ideal showplace for saddlebreds in Kentucky. Along with longstanding raffles, dance parties and annual art auctions, the museum established a new exhibit dedicated to Oak Hill Farm in February 2014.
37.5 Miles
85% 53 votes
Water Parks 1500 N Highway 27, Somerset, KY 42503 MoreLess Info
A wading pool, the largest lazy river in Kentucky, 40 feet-tall tube slides and other fun activities await adult and children at SomerSplash.
37.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks Old Glenns Creek Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
Featuring baseball and softball fields, Capitol View Park offers a variety of different fields and sports areas. They also have soccer fields and basketball courts. Visitors sometimes see deer on their nature trails.
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