Location: Frankfort
Top Things to do in Frankfort
What to do and see in Frankfort, Kentucky (KY): The Best Sights & Landmarks
The city of Frankfort has a long and torturous history. First settled in 1786, the city has survived a failed attempt to make Kentucky a part of the Spanish Empire, an occupation by the Confederate Army, disastrous fires, and flooding from the Kentucky River. This exciting past has left the capital city full of historic sites, museums, and restored mansions. Visit the bourbon warehouses at the Buffalo Trace Distillery or explore the beautiful Bluegrass Hills at the Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary.
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1. Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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5.0 based on 94 reviews
This memorial to Kentuckians killed in Vietnam is a giant sundial whose shadows fall on every name on the anniversary of that soldier's death.
Reviewed By HaroldLVaughn - Walton, United States
Built like a sundial so that the gnomon (look it up, I had to) casts a shadow onto the circular surface. The whole thing is designed so that the shadow falls on the names of the honored dead highlighting the month and year of their sacrifice.
2. Frankfort Cemetery
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4.5 based on 211 reviews
The grave of Daniel Boone, which has been open for more than 150 years, is the biggest draw at this cemetery.
Reviewed By bradwN9107IR - Winchester, United States
My wife and I made the trip from Lexington up to Frankfort specifically to see Daniel Boone's alleged grave (Missouri claims that we stole the wrong body when we exhumed him from there back in the 1850's). We wound up spending hours at the site though looking at the historic graves of governors, soldiers, and many more. Perched on a hill overlooking the Kentucky river, and the state capitol building, this cemetery offers breathtaking views, history lessons, and lots of gravestones that are truly works of art.
3. Old State Capitol
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4.5 based on 118 reviews
The Old Capitol is privvy to some of Kentucky's speckled history. Free guided and self-guided tours are available.
Reviewed By Txtom72 - Dayton, United States
Wed walked the manicured grounds on a bright 62˚F day. The building and its surrounds could tell some great tales - a placid and historic site.
4. Governor's Mansion
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Built in 1914 as the new Governor's mansion, this is the oldest official governor's residence in the United States.
Reviewed By dewaynep2016 - Elizabethtown, United States
I had a great time taking the 30-minute tour. The house is four floors but only the first floor is accessible to the public. The docent covered everything from governor history to the history of the executive mansion itself with sprinklings of facts about the first ladies and artifacts in the residence. It is worth doing if you are near the Capitol and have some time to kill.
5. New Capitol Building
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4.5 based on 259 reviews
Reviewed By katemK2806BC - Lewis Center, United States
Stumbled upon the capitol after dinner in downtown Frankfort. Stunning architecture, especially at night!
6. Daniel Boone Burial Site
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By stevekimberlym - Pulaski, United States
If you are a history buff, it is a worth while visit. When you get to the cemetery just follow the yellow line, it will carry you straight to the grave. It's also a nice view of the state capitol building.
7. Floral Clock
8. Kentucky State Capitol
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Thor1412 - Horace, United States
This historic 1910 capitol is an impressive building by itself. A lot of history has been preserved in the rotunda and surrounding hallways. Be sure to “look up” the Kentucky State Capitol and “look up” at the ceiling to appreciate the magnificent painted murals. People will see lots of decorations on a free walk through the building. There are 70 enormous columns and lots of sculptures. The glass floor on the second floor of the library was awesome to walk on.
9. Old Governor's Mansion
10. Switzer Covered Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Thor1412 - Horace, United States
The historic 1855 Switzer covered bridge over North Elkhorn Creek has been reconstructed. People can literally “walk through history” free. Unfortunately, someone has painted graffiti on the bridge
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