Lightning Run

Still love the water slides, two lazy rivers, the Park's older section is slower paced and a…read morefavorite.

We bought season passes for the first time ever this year. She got the silver and I got the gold,…read morejust to save on parking. Gold pass comes with free parking, bring a friend tickets, discounts on food and merchandise, as well as a complimentary souvenir cup which allows you to get free fountain drinks throughout the park with it. We went today, Monday 06/29. Lines were only about a 5-7 min wait time, if that. We mostly enjoyed the lazy river next to the big slides, they have a small current that pushes you through, along with fountains of water that spray you. Locker rentals were $17 for a small locker all day. Alcohol is expensive there too. Two draft beers and an Aquafina water was $27, so be warned. Cabanas are also available to rent, via online only to get the season pass discount. They have two locations, big surf which is along the side of hurricane bay, and the beach club cabanas, which are located near the lazy river. If you purchase the vip cabanas, it comes with 8 bottles of water, food service, I believe 4 souvenir beach towels, and a tote bag to keep with you. One thing I noticed that's changed since when I came here as a kid, the bathrooms are air conditioned now, they were also relatively pretty clean for being a theme park as well. I believe all together there are around 7 roller coasters, lots of water attractions, and of course the pay to play games. Will be back within the next few days

Scream Extreme - You bring the Scream and we'll bring Extreme!

Gold pass cup

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Adventure River

(1 review)

This was a blast. My oldest daughter and I got on this adventure river and we went around at four…read moreor five good times. It was so much fun it shoot you off quick do you have to be a certain height which is what my youngest daughter couldn't go and we just went around this big circle and ran in swam and played in the running to other people it's just a Lotta good fun. It is not a lazy river at all this is an adventure river like it says. It was a lot of fun and one of my favorite things at the park

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T3

(3 reviews)

0.2 mi

T3 also known as Terror to the Third Power is a suspended looping coaster at Kentucky Kingdom and…read moreHurricane Bay. It was originally built in 1995 that has top speeds of 49 mph and reaches heights of 101 ft. The track length is 2,172 ft. Height requirements are min of 52 inches and max of 79 inches. Growing up in Louisville Kentucky kingdom was a big part of my childhood. I had season passes as early as I can remember and T3 being built 1995 I was around 11 years old when this ride debuted. I can remember being really excited for it when it came out. A roller coaster that does flips and your feet dangle? I was sold from day one. Overall it was a fun ride then and a fun ride now. Has solid speed, fun loops and brings some nostalgic feelings to me personally. I'm really glad that when Kentucky kingdom reopened after being shut down that they kept this ride here.

Why is T3 getting such a high rating well there is a really good reason for it which I'll explain…read morewhy because it totally deserves it! T3 is more or less known as a Vekoma SLC pretty much the most hated coaster amongst coaster enthusiasts as it's known for bashing your head back and forth between the restraints leaving you with a splitting headache but that's not the case here! This Vekoma SLC has over the shoulder straps connected to a lap bar so it takes away from that head bashing that we all love soo much that element alone is something I haven't found on any other Vekoma SLC in the United States! T3 has a super fun layout and it's a good coaster for the type that it is with just the restraints alone it's definitely in my opinion the best SLC out there as it has gotten rid of the head pain! Overall i don't think I've said this before about this type of coaster but I'll definitely look forward to my next ride on T3 because it's just that awesome!

T3! Opened two days ago on July 3, 2015. Looks fun!

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5D Cinema

4.0

5D cinema is a indoor 3D glasses and moving chair attraction inside of the Kentucky kingdom and…read morehurricane bay theme park in Louisville Kentucky. Located in the very back of the front side of the theme park inside a large building. It is actual the only all indoor ride at the whole park. In the past the movies have changed up. For years it seems like it was Dino island and then switched to angry birds. The latest on my most recent visit was a yogi bear movie/ride based off the most recent movie a few years back. Overall they are always fun and interactive ride for all ages. For little bitty ones like my one year old they do offer stand still seating where they can still put on the 3D glasses and enjoy. If I had to rate the 3 attractions off memory that haven been in there it would be Dino island 1st, angry birds 2nd and yogi bear 3rd. All are pretty fun though.

Well we were at Kentucky Kingdom we rode the 5D cinema ride. This had the Ice Age dinosaur movie…read moreversion in it. We had a good time we enjoyed it the seats move all around you were 3-D glasses and we had a fun time it is definitely worth beating the heat sometimes and going into this nice cool place to get refreshed

I'm Rolling 10 deep with kids solo on this ride

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Himalaya

Himalaya is a ground based cart ride located at Kentucky Kingdom in Louisville Kentucky. Has a min…read moreheight requirement of 48 inches. Old school ride that has existed for as long as I can remember. It predates the newer Kentucky kingdom and existed at the original Kentucky kingdom and when six flags took over for a bit. The rides itself is basically like other rides known as "caterpillar" on that it pushes toy forward in a hilly/bumpy circle at high speeds and then it will reverse and take you backwards at high speeds. The ride has always been set to upbeat popular music that blares loudly. The seats can fit up to 2-3 people. Overall this is a pretty fun ride and if there isn't a long line the operator will let you go for quite a bit. If I'm being honest this is a 4 star thrill ride. However, because of the nostalgic and great memories I have here it's a 5 star to me personally. I can remember being a child and being excited or bummed depending what songs played during the ride. Simpler times for sure.

Himalayas definitely a nostalgia trip that I have been on many times in my life. I remember right…read moreit is kid now I take my kids to it as well. It's pretty fun and awesome how it goes forward lunchtime and then backwards definitely a good place to check out

June 2022

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Kentucky Flyer

4.5

Kentucky flyer is a roller coaster in the Kentucky kingdom and hurricane bay theme park located in…read morethe rear of the park tucked behind hurricane bay. Pretty fast moving roller coaster that is mainly just hills. Nothing too crazy. Pretty fun ride even though it's kinda basic. It's I believe the newest coaster in Thai this park as of this writing and it's a solid addition. A bit different from the others they have on site. So it's nice to have variety.

Kentucky Flyer is new for the 2019 season and what else can be said other than this little coaster…read morepacks one fun filled punch that the whole family will totally enjoy over and over again with each clickity clack on that wooden track! This coaster was super fun it's ride time is about a minute long so it's not crazy long but not too short too it's just right for anyone especially the little ones because it's deemed as a family coaster because of it's shorter than average height requirement so with this you so know it's going to become a favorite amongst the younger crowds. This coaster really surprised me with how fun it was I was not expecting as much airtime as this had it made for a super fun and just all around enjoyable the four times I rode it in the front middle and back as well as in between! The coaster is kinda in the back of the park close to where the majority of the water park sits so definitely seek it out when you visit because it's totally a fun new ride that everyone will enjoy! Overall this is a great new addition to Kentucky Kingdom that's sure to put a smile on your face so all I have left to say is enjoy your flight!

From afar!

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Scream Extreme

Scream extreme is a thrill ride located at Kentucky kingdom and hurricane bay them park in…read moreLousiville Kentucky. Really fun ride that along with cyclos is the biggest non roller coaster thrill ride in the park. Located towards the back half of the park next to the gift shop where the 5d cinema exits out to. This ride puts you on individual seats and takes you for spins until you get completely vertical. Overall very fun ride that me and my kiddos like to make sure we hit everytime we visit the park.

Well just looking at the pictures made the blood pressure of mine go up. But we still wrote it and…read morewe had fun doing it. This is definitely a scream extreme you go around real quick in a circle and then you go all the way up like a Ferris wheel and spin very fast all the way upside down and make your way all the way back. This was a very fun ride I like the colors reminded me of hulk Hogan back in the 80s in good fun times.

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Family Wave Lagoon

4.0

Solid family wave pool located in the hurricane bay portion of Kentucky kingdom in Louisville ky…read more This is the smaller and less crowded wave pool in the park. Not nearly as crowded which makes it more family friendly. The waves aren't as large as the and intense as the "big surf" attraction which was the original and the more popular wave pool. However, this is still fun and you do get some nice and fun wave action. Overall cool and relaxing water attraction at Kentucky kingdom. More of just a place to actually swim like a public pool as it has more room and isn't as crowded as other water wave pools at hurricane bay

Thanks we always had a good time at the wave lagoon. This is a good mix of water fun for adults…read moremixed in with fun for kids. It is a nice and easy attraction for families with fun on the water

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Splash Zone

Splash zone is toddler and small child water park/play area located in the hurricane bay portion of…read morethe Kentucky kingdom and hurricane bay theme park in Lousiville Kentucky. Very cool and interactive water park that's is very fun for youngsters and adults hanging with them. Has some slides and cool play areas. Overall very neat and fun addition to the hurricane bay portion that is great for kids who don't swim and Aren't big enough for the other water rides and attractions.

Splash zone is a very fun area of Kentucky Kingdom hurricane bay. I'll take my kids here and we get…read moresoaking wet and have a great time.

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Executive Strike & Spare Family Fun Center

3.5

(27 reviews)

It's been years! But we will come back for more fun, and much much sooner. This long-standing…read morebowling alley still offers family fun and regular bowling leagues, plus a separate area for private rentals. We came on a Monday night after seeing their game specials. They have one each day/night, and you can find them on their website. The lanes were in good shape as well as the rental shoes, seating and surrounding tables. Plenty of bowling balls to choose from, with different hole sizes to accommodate various hands. A snack bar is available with seating as well. It looked the same with its dark wood features. Next time we'll stay for dinner. Those fries are calling my name! For regular bowlers, a pro shop is available and was open the evening we visited. The private lot is huge so you'll have no issue finding parking. Party packages available and leagues, including ones for junior bowlers.

Executive strike and spare is a longtime city of Louisville bowling alley that is situated off of…read morePhillips lane next to the fairgrounds. One of the larger bowling alleys if not the largest in the city. I have a long history at this place as in the late 80s and early to mid 90s I bowled every Saturday morning here in a league and would burn up the arcade room on Friday nights while my parents bowled. As a young adult I bowled here in a few leagues and most recently I have been here for my daughters high school bowling tournaments. So lots of cool and good memories. The lanes have always been well kept. It has one of the more spacious lane areas and main areas off the lanes so you never feel crowded or uncomfortable. Overall a traditionally bowling alley and pricing on par with most alleys especially since strike and spare do own a majority of the lanes In the city.

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It's nice in here

Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay

3.4

(192 reviews)

Still love the water slides, two lazy rivers, the Park's older section is slower paced and a…read morefavorite.

We bought season passes for the first time ever this year. She got the silver and I got the gold,…read morejust to save on parking. Gold pass comes with free parking, bring a friend tickets, discounts on food and merchandise, as well as a complimentary souvenir cup which allows you to get free fountain drinks throughout the park with it. We went today, Monday 06/29. Lines were only about a 5-7 min wait time, if that. We mostly enjoyed the lazy river next to the big slides, they have a small current that pushes you through, along with fountains of water that spray you. Locker rentals were $17 for a small locker all day. Alcohol is expensive there too. Two draft beers and an Aquafina water was $27, so be warned. Cabanas are also available to rent, via online only to get the season pass discount. They have two locations, big surf which is along the side of hurricane bay, and the beach club cabanas, which are located near the lazy river. If you purchase the vip cabanas, it comes with 8 bottles of water, food service, I believe 4 souvenir beach towels, and a tote bag to keep with you. One thing I noticed that's changed since when I came here as a kid, the bathrooms are air conditioned now, they were also relatively pretty clean for being a theme park as well. I believe all together there are around 7 roller coasters, lots of water attractions, and of course the pay to play games. Will be back within the next few days

Scream Extreme - You bring the Scream and we'll bring Extreme!

Gold pass cup

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Lakeside Swim Club

4.5

(17 reviews)

3.6 mi

This swim club is extremely racist and biased. Multiple people I know that aren't white that…read moreapplied for multiple jobs and were highly qualified where denied a job while their white peers got accepted even though they were less qualified. They are also sexist many of the female lifeguards I know that work their never get promoted to black or blue suits while the male employees easily do. They also have bad customer service and will make you wait to be helped until they finish their conversation. As an Asian woman I don't feel welcomed or safe with my kids and I wouldn't recommended anyone of color to come to Lakeside.

We've been visitors to Lakeside as guests of members for close to 20 years. So much to offer, lots…read moreof different areas, and always a good time. A hidden gem in the middle of the Highlands. Kiddie pool, high dive, swimming lanes, float area, water basketball and water volleyball. Some areas are 4 feet, some 8. Grills and picnic tables. Bring your own food if you like but no aluminum cans or glass. Parking is on the street only. Overall a treasure, the highlight of our summer visits to Louisville.

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South Seas

Came in the front door and were greeted by asking if we had reservations. The sat us upstairs next…read moreto the upstairs bar. We got the Volcano Tots and Egg rolls to share, yes they were scrumptious! I got the double cheeseburger with bacon! LOTS of bacon!! So good. The cocktails! Well it is a Tiki bar so yeah! Get one, or two, or if you're playing put put, get as many as you want! Just Uber home maybe. Overall, a fun place that has good food!

This was one of the most badly managed restaurants I've ever been to, and it really is a shame…read morebecause the food itself was legitimately decent. This was a last minute brunch choice for my top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality and I on our last day in Louisville. We'd been looking at some of the gorgeous old houses in Old Louisville but couldn't find a brunch spot over there. I remembered that there had been some interesting looking establishments in Butchertown from our bourbon tour the prior day, so we came over here. It was a Saturday morning and decently packed, but South Seas turned out to be a weird combo of a brunch restaurant, a tiki bar and a mini golf course. Throughout our time there, young adult customers asked how to utilize the golf course, and the whole place just seemed geared toward more of a party at the beach kind of crowd versus a normal brunch crowd. I don't ultimately think that was our specific problem, but I'm guessing it didn't help that the business model was weird and it wasn't clear what they wanted to be. We didn't like the vibe immediately, and most of that was due to a specific waitress who looked like she'd rather be anywhere else than at her job. We waited for several extra minutes as she sloooowly walked from area to area, clearly disinterested in what she was doing. That wouldn't be acceptable if the place was super empty with just one or two customers, and it certainly wasn't okay when there were people waiting to be seated (and we noticed a lot of customers sitting at empty tables with no food and/or drinks). If we weren't on a quasi-schedule on our way to the airport, I probably would have pulled the plug right then and there and spent a few extra minutes trying to find a better option nearby. Thankfully we didn't get that specific waitress, and ours was at least a little friendlier and energetic. It still took a VERY long time to order and receive our food (we immediately requested the check when the food came up). It wasn't just the lackadaisical approach to service either - their payment system is incredibly ineffective (at least for this type of business, given how sluggish everything moved), where the waitresses just sat there for up to several minutes with those portable credit card processors at the table as the customers slowly went through the key prompts. What we both found mystifying is that the waitresses could have made lemonade from lemons and used those few minutes to quickly bus or visit other tables. They did neither, and the one waitress unprofessionally hung out in the accompanying booth for one of these payments with her knees on the seats just hanging out. We saw the manager pop out twice VERY briefly and not to actually manage - she quickly walked in and out, didn't address any of the very obvious service/hospitality issues going on in the restaurant and then...went back to the tiki bar, where she was just hanging out on her phone. Just terrible, and there's no excuse for it. If she'd been able to tear her eyes away from her social media feed for 30 seconds and actually see what was going on or not going on in the establishment she was allegedly managing, she could have told her waitresses to work with a sense of urgency and remember to smile every once in a while at the paying customers. Maybe she also could have taken the initiative to replace the toilet paper in the bathroom, but don't worry - my friend handled it free of charge. The South Seas French Toast? Really tasty, which means that the cook in the back at least knows how to work independently/without being managed (I guarantee they weren't since the cook wasn't stationed in front of the tiki bar). So many unforced errors. I hope upper management/ownership really takes a strong look at what happened here and makes efforts to fix it. But if your manager is just sitting on her phone instead of properly instructing the staff to do their job, she's the one stealing money from you, not them.