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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37.9 Miles
84% 32 votes
Historic Homes Next to the state capitol building, Frankfort, KY MoreLess Info
The Governor's Mansion in Frankfort is the oldest official governor's residence in the United States. Public tours take place twice a week, covering the history, fine art, architecture, and furniture of the building.
38.1 Miles
97% 288 votes
Horse Races 1841 Paynes Depot Road, Georgetown, KY 40324 MoreLess Info
Founded in 2003, Old Friends at Dream Chase Farm is the place were retired racing horses find a new home. It now cares for 130 animals, and it is visited annually by almost 19,000 people.
38.6 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.
38.6 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.
38.6 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.
38.6 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.
38.6 Miles
- 2 votes
Gymnastics 203 Murrell Avenue, Somerset, KY 42503 MoreLess Info
From beginner to advanced gymnastics, Missy's Gymnastics offers classes with professional instructors that teach children skills like tumbling and front tucks. It also offers dance classes for ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop.
38.6 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.
38.7 Miles
83% 24 votes
Historic Sites 202 Wilkinson Street, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
Explore the history, culture, and politics of Kentucky's history at Liberty Hall Historic Site. Visit the residence of one of America's founding fathers, John Brown, and discovered a look into our colonial past.
38.7 Miles
90% 21 votes
Theaters 308 St. Clair St., Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
The Grand Theater offers entertainment that remains family friendly and inspiring. Visitors enjoy the rustic feel of ages past when they hear performances such as Nellie McKay and the Turtle Island Quartet.
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