Historic areas include Market House Square, lined with restaurants and shops near the riverfront, and the elegant 19th century homes of Lower Town. Kentucky's extensive state parks, public wildlife areas and nature preserves are attractions no one should miss. Whatever your interest in wild things and wide open spaces, Kentucky's public wildlife areas and nature preserves offer you plenty of chances to enjoy the outdoors while getting in touch with nature. Kentucky has one of the nation's most outstanding state park systems. Resort park settings range from scenic mountains and streams in eastern Kentucky to fabulous man-made lakes in western Kentucky.
Accommodations are varied.
Facilities may include golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, lodges, restaurants, tennis courts, meeting rooms, amphitheaters and nature centers. Many state parks are developed around historical themes. There are over 60 public wildlife areas located in all parts of the state. Kentucky's 18 nature preserves open to the public protect rare plant and animal species as well as the unique natural areas they inhabit. You can enjoy activities such as hiking, birdwatching and nature photography in beautiful spots with waterfalls, wildflowers and scenic vistas.