Things to Do in Frankfort, KY

  • Our list of the best things to do in Frankfort, Kentucky, features the top 106 nearby activities — including 48 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Frankfort, KY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
  • The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Frankfort, KY , followed by 82 popular activities in nearby cities, including Lexington, Versailles, Georgetown, Shelbyville, Lawrenceburg, Midway, Lawrenceburg, Harrodsburg, Taylorsville and Nicholasville
  • Our list of the best things to do in Frankfort, Kentucky, features the top 106 nearby activities — including 48 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Frankfort, KY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
  • The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Frankfort, KY , followed by 82 popular activities in nearby cities, including Lexington, Versailles, Georgetown, Shelbyville, Lawrenceburg, Midway, Lawrenceburg, Harrodsburg, Taylorsville and Nicholasville
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7.5 Miles
87% 45 votes
Canoeing 7323 Peaks Mill Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
For an outdoor experience which also includes fishing, the Canoe Kentucky tours might make the difference. There is also a local shop from where equipment can be bought, including canoes and kayaks.
0.5 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.
0.9 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.
0.2 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.
4.8 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.
0.2 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.
5.1 Miles
75% 8 votes
Winery/Vineyard 3445 Versailles Rd, Ste A, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
Prodigy Vineyards & Winery is a location that specializes in the production of sweet red, dry red, white, and dessert wines. The winery offers a sampling of their wines in their tasting room.
0.1 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.
2.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 118 Park Avenue, Frankfort, KY 40601 MoreLess Info
Lakeview Park is a county-owned park that offers its guests a number of facilities and amenities to use. These include baseball and soccer fields, a skate park, a 2-mile walking trail, and a nine-hole golf course/driving range.
1.1 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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