Here Are 14 Awesome Things To Do In Kentucky… Without Opening Your Wallet
It’s the time of the year again where getting out and about and craving adventure takes over us all. With many on a budget, Kentucky offers many free activities and entertainment without having to use your wallet. Here’s a list of some of the top things to do in the state that will suit your free spirit and won’t break your bank.
One of the premiere highlights of the year for any Kentuckian. This special day kicks off the Derby festivities and is a true awe-inspiring display of fireworks.
It's not everyday you get to feast your eyes and play around like a kid again amongst a full half-pipe, rails, and even a 360 bowl on over 40,000 square feet of pavement.
One of Eastern Kentucky's gems is the beautiful gorge and natural bridge. Bring the family, hit the trails and camp through the night, you'll be glad you did! Get to be one with nature.
That's just fun to say, right? Leave the keys in the car and get active across this picturesque bridge overlooking the city.
Who wouldn't want to sample free Ale 8? Visit the plant and sip on that delicious treat.
Adjacent to the University of Kentucky, this park is the perfect escape for students wanting to escape campus for some fresh air and clear their head during stressful studies.
In Winchester, get an astonishing glimpse of the Appalachian Mountains where the forest lies within the Cumberland Plateau.
This unique nightlife and entertainment spot is perfect to let loose and people watch. You can even selfie with the giant Hard Rock Guitar.
Sit back, or walk the shoreline on the edge of northern Kentucky during evening hours for the perfect sunset watching area.
See where it all began, the original KFC.
Get to know your whiskey and maybe get a free sample or two if you're lucky!
Brush up on your history and go see the birthplace of one of the greats.
If you can't afford to attend an actual race, get there at early hours to see the horses get ready for the day for free.
Whether by road or railway, get the history of the railroad and see some beauty on this scenic ride.
There are so many fun and free things to partake in across the great Bluegrass state. This list is just the start of the interesting places to visit and things to do. What are some of your favorites?
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