The Domes & Dripstones Tour at Mammoth Cave National Park was easily one of the highlights of our…read moretrip to Kentucky. If you're looking for a cave tour that combines incredible scenery, fascinating geology, and a bit of a workout, this is the one to book. The ranger-guided tour is well organized and packed with interesting information about the cave's history, formations, and the natural processes that shaped this underground world over millions of years. The descent into the cave through the natural sinkhole entrance is an adventure in itself, and while the 638-640 stairs sound intimidating, they're absolutely worth it. The highlight for us was Frozen Niagara. The stunning collection of stalactites, stalagmites, flowstone, and delicate cave curtains is unlike anything we've ever seen. It's amazing to think these formations were created one drop of water at a time over thousands of years. Throughout the tour, the massive domes and enormous passageways constantly reminded us why Mammoth Cave is the world's longest known cave system. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and happy to answer questions, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. The cave's constant 54-degree temperature also makes it a comfortable activity no matter the season. Be prepared for plenty of stairs and wear comfortable shoes, but don't let that discourage you. The tour is paced well, with opportunities to stop and admire the scenery along the way. If you're visiting Mammoth Cave National Park, the Domes & Dripstones Tour is an unforgettable experience and one we would enthusiastically recommend to anyone looking for a memorable underground adventure. Five stars! Check out our video on our socials @reessroots

I wish I just day tripped it and did not spend money to stay the night. I was travelling solo and…read morethis was my last stop before heading back to Maryland. I was arriving from St. Louis. I booked one of the historic cottages to stay the night and planned on hanging out in the bar on site. When I first arrived my cottage wasn't ready to check in yet and I still had a couple hours until my tour. I went to the restaurant and sat at the bar. I was informed that they did not have a bartender but the servers were rotating serving the guests at the bar. I was promptly greeted by the waitress but ultimately moved to a table because the chairs are not tall enough for the height of the bar. It would have been extremely awkward and uncomfortable to eat up there. I had a salad and sweet potato fries and two IPA beers. Everything was delicious and the service was great. I went on the Historic Cave tour which was great. I wish I remembered the rangers name who gave the tour because he was amazing and hilarious! After the tour we (another solo traveler and I) planned to go to the bar and grab a drink before she hit the road for her next stop. Upon arrival to the restaurant, the bar was open but the host (who admitted he was new and did not know what he was doing) refused to let us sit there. He said there was no bartender. I told him earlier they allowed people to sit there and the servers helped. He said they only had 3 servers so he handed us a buzzer to wait for a table. The restaurant had half of its tables open. She decided she didn't want to wait so she left. I was then frustrated because I did not want to sit at a table alone again so I ordered food to go and ate in my cabin. There is no service in the cabins because you are in the middle of nowhere. As a solo female traveler I rely on meeting people at restaurants by sitting at the bar. This on site restaurant clearly was not staffed well enough to accommodate their guests in the middle of the summer when everyone is travelling. The other stores that served coffee and ice cream were closed by the time I finished my 3:30 tour. The prices in the gift shop were extremely high and I refused to pay for a magnet that was $12.00. I ended up going to bed super early and hit the road at 3 am because there was nothing else to do. For these reasons and more, I would have preferred to come for my tour and left to stay somewhere else.

Worth the entry fee for sure! These games are much different than mammoth caves. They are…read moreconsidered caves along with caves are considered dry caves. The tour guide did a fantastic job of explaining everything and pointing out diverse structures that a novice cave person would miss

My family planned months in advance to do a road trip and stay at Mammoth Cave NP. Unfortunately…read morethe federal government shut down just before we made our visit. When looking for things to do in lieu of MCNP we ended up at Diamond Caverns. It was ok. We'd been to Carlsbad Caverns recently so this was very underwhelming. 4 stars because the staff was great. The tour guide had her script nailed and she was passionate about working there. Large gift shop. My kids loved it and sometimes at the end of the day that's all that matters.

We did the extended historic tour yesterday and it was informative, just the right length and not…read moretoo strenuous. We were on the 9:15am tour and arrived 30 min early to check in, and use the restrooms. First mile was open space and well paved path. 2nd mile was more gravel path and also winding areas where you have to duck your head and squeeze into tight places. Really enjoyed the "fat man's misery" area for the kids.

Pictures will never do justice, but this place is INCREDIBLE, yet makes you feel really small. So…read moremuch history and information within the Gothic tour itself, detailed drawings and signatures of the miners, with historical significance of the surrounding areas. Wish I could have scheduled as many tours as possible in a day, but time was limited. I was told by our tour guide it would take upwards of 4 months to explore the whole cave system, and that is a MINIMUM.

When most people think of amusement parks and coasters in the Kentucky area, they either think of…read moreKentucky Kingdom or the out of state parks Holiday World, Kings Island, or Dollywood. But while Beech Bend isn't as nearly as well known or have as high profile coasters as those parks, it shouldn't be ignored. This is because Beech Bend has an excellent thrilling coaster in Kentucky Rumbler, which is a relatively smooth wooden coaster that is filled with a mix of forces and airtime that will make you want to go on it again and again. Additionally, Beech Bend has some very interesting flat rides you generally only see at fairs, but here you ride them over and over again instead of having to pay per ride. Plus, admission is quite affordable, especially if you buy it in advance, and parking is free, so Beech Bend will not set you back a lot. With that in mind, Beech Bend, while it lacks the high profile coasters of the parks that surround it, is a nice, charming, and affordable small park that should not be missed if you are in the area.

When I see such mixed reviews on a place, I feel obligated to give a honest and detailed review…read more This was written in June 2023. Prices to get in the amusement/water park are $44.99 plus tax for anyone over 48" but there are a few offers that can get you in cheaper. I strongly suggest using a discount, as this park is not worth the full price. You are allowed to bring one water bottle per person and you should because there are limited areas of shade. The two star review is because of the following: First, like many of the prior reviews have stated, the rides are old, unkept, and rickety. A few are even dangerous. The Wild Mouse gave me a bruised leg and sore neck. The main attraction for thrill seekers is the Kentucky Rambler, which was closed when we were there. There were other rides closed too. Second, most of the snack huts were closed. The lines at the opened concessions were long and moved slow. Of course food is overpriced too. I would recommend bringing your lunch/snacks in a cooler and going outside the park for eating. They allow you to go and come with a stamp. There are shaded picnic tables outside the park if you bring your lunch. You can't bring coolers of food inside. Third, the park is overrun with tweens and teens. Ages 12 and up are allowed in without an adult. My 9 year old son rode the bumper cars and got bumped really hard by a unsupervised teenager. I was worried he may have gotten whiplash. Fourth, our experience with the staff was pleasant and the only reason we gave 2 stars instead of 1 star. The staff enforced the rules and took their jobs seriously. Many of them joked around with my son. In conclusion, if you are an area tween or teen with a season pass, this park may be worthwhile. If you have kiddos under 5 years old, there are a number of kiddie rides that are safe enough. The water park also has a nice little kids section. The free parking and free sunscreen is a plus. If you arrive when they open, lines for rides aren't long, especially on weekdays. Again, if you pay full price for your tickets and don't bring your own food, you will probably be disappointed. However, if you pack food and get a discount, you may be able to enjoy yourself if you fancy low budget fair rides. I recommend Holiday World, about an hour from Beech Bend, it's well worth the drive. Holiday World is clean and the rides are safe. If you go to Holiday World in May, your tickets would be cheaper than Beech Bend.

Very cool historical pit stop! This is Fort Williams in the city of Glasgow. This was a union troop…read morefort during the civil war. Confederate troops attacked this fort. The site is nice and clean and kept up. You have a 360 view of the area. It is in the middle of a cemetery. You can also find historical graves. The signs give some info on the site and there's a cool cannon. Nice break to take to check out a historical civil war fort. You don't need much time here, maybe 10 minutes to enjoy the view and sites

We did the horse ride. They did a nice job. Be aware this place is a little run down with not much…read morecurb appeal for those who are big on appearance. Don't let that stop you. The horse ride was amazing and Andrea our guide was so sweet. Definitely recommend.

Amazing experience! Beautiful horses, great trail. Very good for all ages. Andrea and Braylie…read morewere fantastic guides. Would highly recommend to add this to your trip.

This place is now closed. I am sorry to see them close. They had the best banana cake I have ever…read moreeaten

You will not be disappointed after visiting Federal Grove restaurant. Make sure you come hungry and…read moreleave a little room for dessert too. The decor, the staff and the food are superb. A delightful taste of all the goodness of the South right in one little place. If you are visiting the Bowling Green area you are right on the outskirts of this adorable little town called Auburn. Take a nice drive and enjoy the hospitality of Federal Grove.

Fascinating place, great combination of Robotic machinery and people working together to produce a…read moregreat product in 90 hours.

If you're already touring the museum the factory is a must. However keep in mind if juggling both…read morein one day it can be tight with coordination necessary. The tickets are obtained at the museum only and I do not recall a charge for them. However they are tightly scheduled and a list of restrictions is provided. Visitors must adhere 100% to the list in order to be permitted to tour. The distance from museum to plant is minutes. Restrictions as I recall were arrive before the time to tour, no children under 10, no electronics of any type and no open toe shoes. I'm sure there are more, the list had several items. A safety video kicks it off because believe it or not bad things could occur if your not doing as instructed. It's a lighthearted video so it will go fast. Those that love both cars and engineering will be stoked by the 2 hour tour. Our guide was fantastic as well. Think of assembling legos and you will quickly understand an auto assembly plant. The cars move on a conveyor with employees snapping, bolting and screwing parts on. Robotics are used to place larger or heavy pieces. At the end you see a fully assembled Corvette. A driver gets in the car and drives it through a series of rumble strips and turns checking out various equipment prior to a final quality control inspection. At the end there is a small gift shop with a few items you cannot find else where, so don't skip. For me this was a 5+.