Frankfort (Kentucky) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Frankfort (Kentucky)

The historic core of Frankfort is hidden in the deep valley of the Kentucky River, completely invisible to travellers on Interstate 64. Author William Least Heat-Moon once wrote about the city, "If you're ever looking for the most hidden statehouse in America, look no farther than Frankfort." The river, whose main course runs from southeast to northwest, makes a rough S-curve through the city, dividing it into four major parts:

Top Attractions in Frankfort (Kentucky)

Explore the best things to see and do in Frankfort (Kentucky):

• ★Berry Mansion
• ★Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary
• ★Buffalo Trace Distillery
• ★Canoe Kentucky
• ★Daniel Boone's Grave at Frankfort Cemetery
• ★Josephine Sculpture Park
• ★Juniper Hill Park
• ★Kentucky River Tours, "The Bourbon Boat"

Where to Eat in Frankfort (Kentucky)

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Arandas Mexican
• 🍴Casa Fiesta
• 🍴Garcia's
• 🍴Jim's Seafood
• 🍴LaFiesta Grande
• 🍴Linney's Pizza & Pasta

Where to Stay in Frankfort (Kentucky)

• 🏨Best Western Parkside Inn
• 🏨Bluegrass Inn
• 🏨Capital Plaza Hotel
• 🏨Elkhorn Campground
• 🏨Fairfield Inn & Suites Frankfort
• 🏨Hampton Inn

Frankfort (Kentucky) Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: