Location: Corydon
Top Things to do in Corydon
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Corydon, Indiana (IN)
Corydon is a town in Harrison Township, Harrison County, Indiana. Located north of the Ohio River in the extreme southern part of the U.S. state of Indiana, it is the seat of government for Harrison County. Corydon was founded in 1808 and served as the capital of the Indiana Territory from 1813 to 1816. It was the site of Indiana's first constitutional convention, which was held June 10–29, 1816. Forty-three convened to consider statehood for Indiana and drafted its first state constitution. Under Article XI, Section 11, of the Indiana 1816 constitution, Corydon was designated as the capital of the state until 1825, when the seat of state government was moved to Indianapolis. During the American Civil War, Corydon was the site of the Battle of Corydon, the only official pitched battle waged in Indiana. More recently, the town's numerous historic sites have helped it become a tourist destination. A portion of its downtown area is listed in the National Register of Historic Places as the Corydon Historic District. As of the 2010 census, Corydon had a population of 3,122.
Restaurants in Corydon
1. Zimmerman Art Glass Business
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By Bradykids
Our group visited the Factory on June 15th,2017. The shop is neat and clean with lot of beautiful handmade glass to admire or purchase.
2. Turtle Run Winery
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4.5 based on 86 reviews
At Turtle Run Winery, our motto is to "Produce exceptional quality wine that goes with food and friends." With over 30 wines available for free tastings, it's easy to find a wine you like. And, if you like sweet wines, we have a twist for you -- no sugar added, the international standard for making wine! Sweetness naturally from the grapes provides a clean, refreshing, fruit forward taste that's easy to enjoy. For dry wine folks, we've got you covered too! Through intricate barrel aging and blending, we are bringing back to your taste buds traditional styles of excellence from days gone by, including non-vintage wines!International award winning wine, incredibly detailed winery tours, a friendly staff interested in finding wines you like, picnic areas and wine appreciation classes and first class concerts on Sundays provide a lot of enjoyment and knowledge to you. Find out why Jim Pfeiffer, owner, winemaker, and professor of wine, figured out in the 1980's that Southern Indiana was the place to be to grow wonderful grapes to make exceptional quality wine that goes with food and friends!
Reviewed By dreaminduo - Strongsville, United States
Very friendly and knowledgeable owner’s. We enjoyed our wine tasting. Every wine we tried was amazing. Don’t miss this stop.
3. Red, White & Blush
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
4. Scout Mountain Winery
5. Red Barn Antique Mall
6. Hayswood Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
The Hayswood Nature Preserve consists of 162.92 acres of which half is wooded and half is open for recreation facilities. Enjoy picnicking, trails, fishing, and more.
7. Old Town Store
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By U5410WIjohnk - Corydon, United States
This is a good place to shop for the man cave. If you are from my generation, I'm retired, get ready for a walk down memory lane. Men will definitely not mind antiquing with the wife if you come here. If you are in Corydon, be sure to check it out.
8. Butt Drugs, Inc.
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4.5 based on 30 reviews
Believe it or not, Butt is a family name, and Butt Drugs is a third generation family pharmacy established in 1952! We are best known for our old fashioned soda fountain serving up delicious treats from the past. While you are here don't forget to check out our line of infamous I Love Butt Drugs clothing!
Reviewed By HGAL2015 - Hazel Green, United States
I was visiting in Louisville, Ky. with my Sister when she said "Let's go to Corydon, Indiana. We visited everything that was open Saturday on the old town square finishing up at Butt Drugs. After enjoying a fully packed cup of ice cream at the soda fountain I began shopping their souvenirs. The store has many things to choose from with their name on it. You need to at least purchase a coffee mug, it WILL be the talk of your office coffee break or desk. This is a real working pharmacy. Real smart looking inside, you must visit this old town and drug store.
9. Battle of Corydon Battlefield
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4.0 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By ericf756 - West Lafayette, United States
Been following the exploits of prolific John Hunt Morgan for years. The Battle of Corydon was one of a handful of recognized Civil War battles in the North, so this memorial should be preserved and not sanitized by the PC crowd. (One of the others Buffington Island, was Morgan's Raiders' last real battle engagement effort later that summer in 1863.) Thankfully, The original state capital building nearby has been preserved and it gives some more historical context as it how close the Confederacy came into the North's backyard looking for Copperhead anti-war sympathizers and looting.
10. Blaine H. Wiseman Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Speak with an expert on Harrison County to plan your trip; pick up our visitor guide, walking tour maps of Historic Downtown Corydon, and brochures for area attractions; and purchase discount tickets to Indiana Caverns, Squire Boone Caverns and Marengo Cave. Learn about events in Harrison County. Public restrooms available. Sign our guest book!
Reviewed By ChipM2000 - Greenwood, United States
The lady that was working the center the day we stopped in was super nice and they have just about any information that you may want in one spot!
