Location: Corydon
Top Things to do in Corydon
Top 6 Things to do Good for Kids 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. Corydon Capitol State Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 107 reviews
Explore Indiana's first state capital and tour the Federal-style limestone capitol building, built between 1814 and 1816. This location is part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, a statewide museum system with 12 locations.
Reviewed By 331raeannh - Hartford City, United States
Our 12 year old did not enjoy but my husband and I did. The tour included the first state capital and the governor's mansion (for the times). Our guide was good. You can also visit on your own other historical sites around town. Great little day trip. Lots of restaurants to eat at and cute ssd's specialty stores. We hope to go back sometime.
2. Indiana Caverns
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 474 reviews
A variety of experiences await you at Indiana Caverns. A beautiful cave tour through large rooms, by waterfall and formations, past Ice Age fossils as you walk along. Plus-you ride on our on an underground stream. On the property you can enjoy gemstone and fossil panning, exploring the Cavern of the Sabertooth, interpretive exhibits and more. For the truly adventurous, there is cave exploring too! New: The Escape Rooms at Indiana Caverns and The Bat Chaser-Zip Coaster. 30 minute Escape Room challenge. Save with our packages. Great family/friend adventures!
3. Golf Shores Fun Center
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Rosalove7 - Glenview, United States
came here after caves in the area. This was close to our hotel and only thing open after 6pm. We came did the blacklist mini golf at 7pm as this place closed at 8pm. Veronica was super nice it was only us inside so we did the blacklist mini golf and played some fun arcade games afterwards. Veronica game some dum dums to kids afterwards. Super fun place and would suggest a good time after caving.
4. Butt Drugs, Inc.
Overall Ratings
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.
5. Battle of Corydon Battlefield
Overall Ratings
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.
6. O'Bannon Woods State Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By 827maureenm - Corydon, United States
Great pool area! Nice getaway for families. Reasonable entry rates. Great picnic area. A wonderful large pool appropriate for children. A huge pool for adolescents snd adults. Clean. Very nice area! In the woods of the State Park.
