Bardstown

We're strong in spirit....A Southern spirit that welcomes you home to one of The Best Small Towns in America. A religious spirit that's appropriate for the home of the first diocese of the West. And a little spirit we call Bourbon. Our eclectic shops, cultural and historical heritage blend beautifully with that spirit. We're home to My Old Kentucky Home and Stephen Foster-The Musical, vintage trains, and museums dedicated to the Civil War, railroads and Bourbon. Come sample the spirits, sounds and flavors that are quintessentially Bardstown.

Things to do...

My Old Kentucky Home State Park
501 E. Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown; 502-348-3502 or 800-323-7803. Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Federal Hill was the inspiration for Stephen Foster's ballad, "My Old Kentucky Home," which honors the state song. Built in 1812, it is as endearing to visitors today as when Foster wrote the song.

Maker's Mark Distillery
3350 Burks Springs Rd., Loretto, KY 40037; 270-865-2099. Open year round. Tours hourly on the half hour: Mon.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Sun., 1:30-3:30 p.m. Closed Sun., Jan.-Feb.; New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Enjoy the sounds and smells of this uniquely crafted small batch bourbon. Purchase a souvenir bottle and hand-dip it in Maker's signature red wax. Must be 21 to purchase and dip.

Around the Town Carriage
223 N. Third St., Bardstown; 502-348-0331 or 502-249-0889. Open daily, 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.
The carriage ride provides a slow-paced way to see the sites of historic Bardstown. We offer carriages, buggies and even a stagecoach to tour just about any size group.

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Accomodations...sweet dreams come naturally
With more than 550 rooms in 10 hotels and 18 bed and breakfasts accommodations in Bardstown and Nelson County are not lacking. If camping is more your style we have almost 175 sites in 3 different campgrounds.
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