You’ll find a bounty of handmade treasures at art galleries and unique boutiques on Kentucky’s Main Streets, specially designated districts that offer a variety of local stores, historic architecture and authentic culture in charming downtowns.

Many of our top attractions, including the Louisville Slugger Factory & Museum and Ruth Hunt Candy Co., sell their world-famous merchandise. Old-time general stores, in places like Rabbit Hash and Augusta, are alive and well here. And large flea markets (both indoor and outdoor) dot the state, offering everything from handmade furniture to Civil War relics.

Trip Inspiration

Kentucky Horse Park

Set on a picturesque working horse farm just outside Lexington, the Kentucky Horse Park is a must-see attraction for horse lovers of all ages. No other place on earth celebrates the special relationship between humans and horses like this 1,200-acre park; here, visitors have unparalleled opportunities to get up close and personal with many breeds of horse, through barn tours, horseback riding, youth camps, three outstanding museums, a daily Parade of Breeds Show, and more. 

 

Several retired celebrity horses make their home at Kentucky Horse Park, much to the delight of adoring fans.
The park also hosts the most comprehensive schedule of equestrian events in the country. Equine enthusiasts flock here to witness steeplechase, cross-country competitions, specialized breed shows, carriage driving, polo and the only four-star equestrian event in North America, the Land Rover Kentucky Three Day Event™.  

 

Learn more & plan your visit >

Related Articles

Explore Specialty Shopping in Kentucky

More Attractions & Experiences in Kentucky