Frankfort Tourist Attractions and Sightseeing

(Frankfort, Kentucky - KY, USA)

Those spending a few days or longer in Kentucky's capital of Frankfort will discover a very eclectic selection of tourist attractions in this city.

Many visitors will find that a trip to the award-winning and extremely important Buffalo Trace Distillery is more than worthwhile. This is actually the most historic continually operating distillery in the whole of the USA, with hourly guided tours offering a chance to learn how the famous Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is made. And of course, there is also an opportunity to sample this famous tipple.

For some superb views of Frankfort, consider taking a drive to the Scenic Overlook on the Louisville Road, which sits within the Kentucky River Valley and is a great place to come and watch the sunset. Alternatively, further possible attractions include a trip to the Franklin Square Cinema, chocolate tasting at the Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory, guided tours of the city (starting at the Capital City Museum on Ann Street) and several nearby golf courses.


For family attractions, tourists can choose between a trip to the Salato Wildlife Education Center or the Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary, the latter of which is run by the National Audubon Society and comes with numerous nature trails alongside the meandering Kentucky River.

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Address: 113 Great Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 800 654 8471

Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary

Address: 1305 Germany Road, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 859 873 5711

Franklin Square Cinema

Address: 1303 Highway 127 South, Franklin Square Shopping Center, Suite 200, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 502 875 9000

Frankfort Guided Tours

Address: Capital City Museum, 325 Ann Street, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 502 696 0607

Golf Courses

Duckers Lake Golf Resort
Address: 98 Buena Vista Drive, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 502 695 4653
Frankfort Country Club
Address: 101 Duntreath Street, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 502 695 1400
Juniper Hill Golf Association
Address: 800 Louisville Road, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 502 226 5442
Lakeview Springs Golf Complex
Address: 112 Park Avenue, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 502 695 5870

Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory and Tours

Address: 3295 Versailles Road, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 502 695 2486

Salato Wildlife Education Center

Address: 1 Sportsman's Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky (KY), 40601, USA
Tel: +1 502 564 7863