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Explore Things to Do in Kentucky

Welcome to Kentucky - a state rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, where every visit is a journey of discovery. Explore the rolling hills of horse country, tour world-famous Bourbon distilleries, and experience the excitement of the Kentucky Derby in Louisville. Wander through scenic landscapes in the Red River Gorge, Mammoth Cave National Park, and the Daniel Boone National Forest, or enjoy charming small towns filled with Southern hospitality. From live music and culinary delights to outdoor adventures and historic landmarks, Kentucky offers a perfect blend of tradition, adventure, and unforgettable experiences.

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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Kentucky - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Kentucky, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.

Why wait until you arrive in Kentucky to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!

Today's Featured Tours Explore All

Founders Tour

$50 per person | 1.5 hours

Louisville
1 Hour and 30 Minutes
Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery
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Bennington Pontoon Rentals

Half Day and Full Day Rentals • Ages 21+ to Rent • Up to 10 Passengers

New Concord
Cypress Springs Resort & Marina
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5
Private
Private Franklin Tour

Available Daily • 7 Hrs • For Groups of up to 27 • 2 Distilleries

7 Hours
Private Tours
Distillery
Mint Julep Experiences - Nashville
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5
Full Zip Canopy Tour

Starting at $99 l 2 Hours & 30 Minutes l All Ages l Up to 10 People

Lexington
Boone Creek Outdoors
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Whitehall House Tour

For all ages! • 30 Minutes • Guided Tour!

Louisville
Whitehall House & Gardens
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Farm Tour and Bourbon Tasting

Starting at $55 • Experience the life of a racehorse outside of the races.

La Grange
2 Hours
Farm
Highpointe Farm & Training
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Paint, Sip (& Make) Class

Starts at 6:00PM

Whet Your Palette
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Car Smashing

15 minutes per person • Starting at $20

Bowling Green
Rage'N Axe
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4.6
Litter Control

Opportunities every day! 10a-12p | 12p-2p | 2p-4p

Bowling Green
Lost River Cave
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Guided Tours Explore All

Ages 21+
5
Beyond the Barrel: Bourbon Food Tour

3 Hours • Ages 21+ • Bourbon drinks & food pairings in NuLu

Louisville
3 Hours
Food Tour, Guided Tour
Louisville Food Tours
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Ages 21+
5
The Bourbon Trolley: Distillery Tour, Tasting Rooms & Bourbon Experiences

3 Hours • Ages 21+ • Bourbon Tastings • Distillery Tour • Bourbon-Infused Samples

Louisville
3 Hours
Distillery, Guided Tour, Hop On Hop Off, Trolley
Louisville Food Tours
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Distillery District Food & History Tour

Fri & Sun • Ages 12+ • 2.5 to 3 Hours • Vegetarian & Mocktail Options Available

Lexington
Distillery, Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
Bites of the Bluegrass
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Private
Five Star Bardstown

Ages 21+ • 8 Hours • Stops at 5 distilleries

Lexington
8 Hours
Private Tours
Distillery, Guided Tour
Horse & Barrel Tours
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Private
Five Star Lexington

Ages 21+ • 8 Hours • Stops at 5 distilleries

Lexington
8 Hours
Private Tours
Distillery, Guided Tour
Horse & Barrel Tours
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Downtown Walking Food & History Tour

Tue-Sun • Ages 12+ • 3 Hours • Service Animals Only • Vegetarian Options Available

Lexington
Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Bites of the Bluegrass
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Cocktails & Bites History Tour

Saturdays • Ages 21+ (w/proper ID) • 3 Hours • Vegetarian & Mocktail Options Available

Lexington
Guided Tour, History Tour
Bites of the Bluegrass
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Ages 21+
4.8
The Misfits and Mayhem Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville

Ages 21+ • 2 Hours • Up to 15 People

Louisville
2 Hours
Guided Tour
Louisville Historic Tours
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5
Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour in NuLu

3 Hours • All Ages • Food & History

Louisville
3 Hours
City Tour, Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Louisville Food Tours
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Bourbon Tours Explore All

5
Buffalo Trace, Bulleit Distilling, Rabbit Hole & Pappy & Co.

9.5 Hours • THURSDAYS

Louisville
Departs at 8:45 a.m. • Returns at 6:15 p.m.
Distillery
Mint Julep Experiences - Louisville
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Private
Triple Crown

Ages 21+ • 8 Hours • 1 horse farm, 1 bourbon distillery and 1 winery

Lexington
8 Hours
Private Tours
Distillery, Guided Tour, Horse, Winery
Horse & Barrel Tours
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Ages 21+
Private
Old Roots & New Barrels Bourbon Tour

8 Hours • Private Tour

8 Hours
Private Tours
Sip Kentucky
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5
Private
Private Franklin Tour

Available Daily • 7 Hrs • For Groups of up to 27 • 2 Distilleries

7 Hours
Private Tours
Distillery
Mint Julep Experiences - Nashville
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Ages 21+
4.7
Private
Close Up Shop with our Founder

1.5 Hours • Ages 21+ • Private Experience for Groups of 4-80 • Dessert, Tour, and Lore!

Louisville
90 Minutes
Private Tours
Distillery
Uncle Boojie's Distilling Co.
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Farm Tour and Bourbon Tasting

Starting at $55 • Experience the life of a racehorse outside of the races.

La Grange
2 Hours
Farm
Highpointe Farm & Training
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 7+
Horseback Riding and Bourbon Tour

9 Hours • 7+ years • Up to 8 people • From $1500

9 hours
Kid-Friendly
Kentucky Bourbon Boys
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Ages 21+
Public Tours

21+ • Visit 3 Distilleries + Lunch

Louisville
8 hours
Distillery, Sightseeing Tour
Sip Kentucky
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5
Private
Nashville to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail

Available Daily • 2 Distilleries • Lunch • Private Transportation For Groups up to 22

10 Hours
Private Tours
Distillery
Mint Julep Experiences - Nashville
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Boat Rentals Explore All

4.8
Suncruiser

3 Hour to 1 Week Rentals Available • Up to 13 People

Murray
3 Hours to 1 Week Rentals Available
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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4.8
26’ Sun Chaser Tritoon

All Ages • Up to 14 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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4.8
Big Bertha

All Ages • Up to 12 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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4.8
26' Bentley Encore Pontoons

All Ages • Up to 16 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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Single Deck Pontoon

Ages 21+ to rent with photo ID • 8 Passengers • Full Day Rental • 26' with Half Canopy Cover

Boat Rental
Cave Run Marinas
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4.8
22’ Bennington Tritoon (White)

All Ages • Up to 12 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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4.8
Red Sweetwater Fishing Pontoon

All Ages • Up to 12 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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4.8
24' Double Decker Pontoon

All Ages • Up to 15 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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4.8
Black Sweetwater Fishing Pontoon

All Ages • Up to 10 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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4.8
22’ 2019 Sweetwater Pontoons

All Ages • Up to 12 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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Experience Louisville Explore All

Belle - Motown Cruise

All Ages • 2 hours

Louisville
2 Hour Cruise
Belle of Louisville
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Ages 21+
4.7
Private
Private Porch Lunch with our Founder

1.5 Hours • Ages 21+ • Private Experience for Groups of 4-80 • Lunch, Tour, and Lore!

Louisville
90 Minutes
Private Tours
Distillery
Uncle Boojie's Distilling Co.
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Ages 21+
4.7
Private
Private Single Barrel Experience

4 Hours • Ages 21+ • A Once in a Lifetime Evening!

Louisville
4 Hours
Private Tours
Distillery
Uncle Boojie's Distilling Co.
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4.5
Belle - Afternoon Cruise

Cruise aboard the Belle of Louisville! • 2 hour cruise

Louisville
2 Hour Cruise
Belle of Louisville
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Mary M. Miller - Cruise-e-oke

• Relax aboard the Mary M. Miller for a fun evening cruise! • 2 hour cruise

Louisville
2 Hour Cruise
Belle of Louisville
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Ages 21+
Prom on the Belle - 21+

• 2 hours • 21+

Louisville
2 Hour Cruise
Belle of Louisville
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Ages 21+
4.7
Private
Close Up Shop with our Founder

1.5 Hours • Ages 21+ • Private Experience for Groups of 4-80 • Dessert, Tour, and Lore!

Louisville
90 Minutes
Private Tours
Distillery
Uncle Boojie's Distilling Co.
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Daily Trolley City Tour

All ages • 1 hour 45 minutes • Narrated trolley tour

Louisville
1 hour 45 minutes
Trolley
Trolley de Ville
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Thunder Over Louisville on the Belle!

All Ages • Watch Thunder over Louisville on the Belle of Louisville • 7 hours

Louisville
7 Hours
Belle of Louisville
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 5+
4.8
the ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour as recommended by The New York Times!

Up to 2 Hours • Locally owned and operated since 2004 • As seen on HBO's Murder in Glitterball City

Louisville
100-120 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Louisville Historic Tours
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Private Tours Explore All

5
Mint Julep Sunset Social

4.5 Hours • An exclusive culinary experience at historic Hermitage Farm!

Louisville
4.5 Hours • Thursday May 1, 2025 • 5:00 p.m.
Horse
Mint Julep Experiences - Louisville
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4.8
22’ Bennington Tritoon (Yellow)

All Ages • Up to 12 Passengers

Murray
3 Hours - 1 Week
Boat Rental
Lynnhurst Family Resort
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Belle - Motown Cruise

All Ages • 2 hours

Louisville
2 Hour Cruise
Belle of Louisville
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5
Boozy Brunch, Buffalo Trace, Kentucky Artisan & Pappy & Co.

8 Hours • SUNDAYS • Brunch, Buffalo Trace, Kentucky Artisan •

Louisville
Departs at 10:00 a.m. • Returns at 6:15 p.m.
Distillery
Mint Julep Experiences - Louisville
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Bourbon Roots: Historic Tasting Tour

8 Hours
Kentucky Bourbon Boys
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LUNCHEON TRAIN

1.5 Hours | Ages 13+ | Lunch Excursion

New Haven
1.5 hours
Kentucky Railway Museum
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RV Site 23

Water, Electric & Sewer - Pull Thru RV Sites

Venture River RV Park
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Primitive - Tents

Starting at $25 | Includes tent sites 1 - 6, 9, & 10

Venture River RV Park
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5
James B. Beam, Heaven Hill & Lux Row

9 Hours • FRIDAYS

Louisville
Departs at 8:15 a.m. • Returns at 5:30 p.m.
Distillery
Mint Julep Experiences - Louisville
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