Location: Elizabethtown
Top Things to do in Elizabethtown
Top 9 Budget-friendly Things to do in Elizabethtown, Kentucky (KY)
Elizabethtown is a home rule-class city and the county seat of Hardin County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 28,531 at the 2010 census, and was estimated at 29,906 by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2016, making it the 11th-largest city in the state. It is included in (and the principal city of) the Elizabethtown–Fort Knox, Kentucky Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is included in the Louisville/Jefferson County–Elizabethtown–Madison, Kentucky-Indiana Combined Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Elizabethtown
1. Swope's Cars of Yesteryear Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 262 reviews
"... a wonderful collection, and it's FREE! Thank you" a recent visitor. The Swope's Cars of Yesteryear Museum features vehicles ranging from the early 1900's to the 1960's in a variety of makes and models in both original condition and restored condition. After years of planning and nine months of construction, Swope`s Cars of Yesteryear opened in May 1999. The collection consists of sixty magnificent machines of the past, all museum quality. These are exciting automobiles that stir memories of long ago days when motoring was a fun-filled adventure. Our museum allows car fans and collectors to admire the progression of automobiles over time. Our collection includes antique cars like the 1914 Model T and the 1925 Pierce Arrow to classics like the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro and the 1956 Thunderbird.
Reviewed By Homecroft56 - Nineveh, United States
Almost missed it - road signs direct you to a previous location. It sits in the parking lot of the Swopes car dealerships right on US 31W. A small museum with about 40 antique cars, all in mint condition. Excellent collection and worth a stop to see. The museum is free.
2. Historic State Theater Complex
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
Opening as a movie house in 1942, the State Theater was the hub of social activity in Hardin County for 40 years. After showing its final film, "E.T.", in 1982, the building languished as an empty eyesore for nearly 20 years. However, because Elizabethtown and Hardin County is a community that cares, the State Theater has been fully restored to reflect its original 1942 construction but with modern amenities. The State Theater is now host to not only classic movies, but live concerts, comedy shows, theatrical productions and more. In addition, The State Theater complex now includes a full service banquet room and is also home to the Hardin County Playhouse which performs inside the black-box style Plum Alley Theater. Come see for yourself why the State Theater has once again become the highlight of downtown Elizabethtown.
Reviewed By Porthos7 - West Chester, United States
This one room "screen" is simply gorgeous! I didn't even see a movie on it - was just walking by and fell in love with the place, so I walked in and asked for a quick tour (the people working there were so kind and knowledgeable). Go here to see a movie and you'll want to stay for the beautiful architecture!
3. Hardin County History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By wretched85 - Belleville, United States
There truely is something for everyone here. We visited with 3 small children so we didnt get to spend much time looking theough everything but was able to at least walk through and quickly take it all in. The people there were all very friendly as well. Great place to visit to get a little taste of history!
4. Freeman Lake Park
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4.5 based on 197 reviews
Historical attractions inside the park include the Sarah Bush Johnston Memorial and the Lincoln Heritage House
Reviewed By skphillips2018 - Elizabethtown, United States
Freeman lake is a very nice park. They have Christmas in the park each Christmas. It is lit up every year at no charge to the public. You see displays from local business to see there hard work for the year in visiting Santa.
5. Elizabethtown Sports Park
6. Brown-Pusey House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
7. The Elizabethtown Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
The Elizabethtown Nature Park (ENP) has 104 acres of gently rolling former pastureland. Freeman Creek meanders through the park as it flows to the city's largest lake, Freeman Lake. The Nature Park has been set aside as a passive park, where residents can enjoy the natural beauty of our community. A tunnel under Ring Road connects the ENP to Freeman Lake Park.
Reviewed By viet19762019 - King of Prussia, United States
The park itself was quite nice, but I especially loved the two memorials -- one was a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, & the other generally honored all those who sacrificed everything to defend & serve our country, the men & women of all branches of our Armed Forces. It was a great way to just relax, take a stroll, and/or remember those who gave it all...
8. The Cannonball
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4.0 based on 28 reviews
On Dec. 27, 1862, when 3,900 Confederates under the command of General John Hunt Morgan attacked and subdued entrenched Union forces, 652 strong, commanded by Lt. Col. Smith. The Union defenders, greatly outnumbered, could offer little resistance. About noon, Morgan's artillery commander, Captain White, ordered his cannons to commence firing. One ball became embedded in a wall.
9. Movie Palace
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 36 reviews
Opened on Nov. 1, 1989. Movie Palace has 12 total theaters (2-D and 3-D combined), a mini-arcade and a double-sided concession stand consisting of popcorn, drinks and candy.
