• What is Frankfort, Kentucky known for?
    • Frankfort is known as the heart of Kentucky's horse, bourbon, and wine culture. It is located on the banks of the Kentucky River and offers small town charm, rich history, and Southern hospitality.
  • What can visitors do in Frankfort?
    • Visitors can stroll through the city to admire its fabulous architecture, including the new and old capitol buildings, and the new and old governor mansions, which are open to the public. Additionally, they can visit the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History to learn about 200 years of the city's history, or explore the Liberty Hall Historic Site to get a sense of old Kentucky life.

1. Old State Capitol

Old State Capitol
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2. New Capitol Building

New Capitol Building
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3. Salato Wildlife Education Center

Salato Wildlife Education Center
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4. Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History

Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History
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5. Governor's Mansion

Governor's Mansion
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6. Liberty Hall Historic Site

Liberty Hall Historic Site
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7. Cove Springs Park

Cove Springs Park
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8. Old Governor's Mansion

Old Governor's Mansion
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9. Elkhorn Creek

Elkhorn Creek
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10. Capital City Museum

Capital City Museum
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11. Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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12. The Vest-Lindsey House

The Vest-Lindsey House
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13. Josephine Sculpture Park

Josephine Sculpture Park
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14. The Floral Clock

The Floral Clock
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15. Switzer Covered Bridge

Switzer Covered Bridge
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16. The Grand Theater

The Grand Theater
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17. River View Park

River View Park
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18. Leslie Morris Park at Fort Hill

Leslie Morris Park at Fort Hill
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19. Kentucky Military History Museum

Kentucky Military History Museum
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20. Juniper Hill Golf Course

Juniper Hill Golf Course
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