True lovers of Kentucky know that the literal and figurative heart of this gracious southern state is the capital city of Frankfort, perfectly positioned on the shores of the Kentucky River between Louisville and Lexington. Frankfort embodies the essence of everything that makes Kentucky special from her natural charm and beauty to her brains to her world-renowned bourbon, all in one distinctly small but spirited package.
You could say that Frankfort is Kentucky Distilled.
Visit Frankfort offers suggestions for your cabin fever: Get moving outdoors for fresh air and change of scenery.Explore downtown. You must check out our latest additions, Mortimer Bibb's Public House and The Cooperage BarIt's not just distilleries... who made the short list of "Must visit" Bourbon-themed locations when curating your next Frankfort Kentucky Spirits experience.READ…
The holidays have a way of making us look back on years passed, reminiscing on good times spent with family and friends. And of course, all that good food! This year, the Visit Frankfort team shared some of their favorite desserts, and memories of the holidays. This is our way of thanking you for being a…
2020 has been a year that most of us probably do NOT want to remember. But we cannot allow the pandemic to keep us down. We need some Holiday magic! Frankfort KY brings you an entire month of weekend festivities to get you in the spirit!Art walks, Bourbon auctions, specials in the downtown shops and…
Things look different these days, for everyone. But Frankfort KY is still open and still welcoming visitors, safely, of course!There are more outdoor opportunities and healthy options for visiting the Capital city. Take advantage of the cool Fall temps and head up to West Sixth Farm for another great location offering hiking and biking trails.Discover additional things…
Visit Frankfort for Bourbon:Frankfort is home to the World's most decorated Bourbon Distillery. But Frankfort is also home to craft distilleries offering even more of the liquid gold for your taste buds. No matter what your preference may be, you cannot go wrong with visiting Frankfort to celebrate National Bourbon Heritage Month!Discover distilleries, restaurants, and…
Check out The Women Suffrage History Walk in Downtown Frankfort KY, Virtual Tours and lessons on local history for your classroom, and more in this month's Visit Frankfort newsletter. The Tourism industry will have it's “Great Comeback” and when it does, Frankfort Kentucky will be here for you. We already are here for you! Our hotels, attractions,…
Destinations are re-opening using safety precautions and guidelinesKentucky is slowly opening back up to visitors. Frankfort attractions and hotels want you to know that you are welcome, when you feel you are ready to travelWe see our industry partners working daily to abide by the new safety measures put in place to keep us all safe…
The Frankfort / Franklin County Tourist and Convention Commission recently launched the Frankfort Public Art Tour. The tour was originally developed in 2012 thorough a partnership with local organizations and a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, housed on a standalone website. In 2019, funds were allocated to integrate the public art tour…
As summer is approaching, and the restrictions are lifting, we are thrilled to see our attractions opening back up and welcoming our visitors.Tourism is a vital part to this community and when it is safe for you to travel, we encourage you to visit Frankfort.Our very own Buffalo Trace wins another award. See what all…
Team Kentucky, Together KY, Healthy at Home...All new sayings that we have quickly become accustomed to as we hear every day what the "new normal" may look like, not only in Frankfort Kentucky, but around the world.... not only at home, but as we begin to open up travel.When we can safely travel, we hope…
Frankfort/Franklin County Tourist & Convention Commission
300 Saint Clair St., Suite 102
Frankfort, KY 40601