South Central Kentucky, KY

Travel Guide

About 3.5 miles into the Mammoth Caves Railroad Trail (staying at the Visitors Center) is Sloan's Crossing Pond. Beautiful! #outdoors #kentucky #hiddengem #nationalpark
About 3.5 miles into the Mammoth Caves Railroad Trail (staying at the Visitors Center) is Sloan's Crossing Pond. Beautiful! #outdoors #kentucky #hiddengem #nationalpark
Absolutely mesmerizing... This, from the "Domes and Dripstones" tour.
Welcome to Kentucky.

Travelling back to New Brunswick (April 2016)

Google says this is in Portland Tennessee which is 5 miles from Franklin Kentucky.
Largest cave system in the world

Where to stay in South Central Kentucky

Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States. The Van Meter Hall inside the Western Kentucky University.

College Hill Historic District

While visiting College Hill Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Barren River Imaginative Museum of Science and Brims Children s Museum.

College Hill Historic District
On a road trip with my daughter we made a side trip to the square in Bowling Green.  I really liked this statue mainly due to the fact I was there with her and she has a true love for reading.  Fountain Square Park is well done and a beautiful quick side trip.

Downtown Bowling Green

While visiting Downtown Bowling Green, you might make a stop by sights like Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center and Bowling Green Ballpark.

Downtown Bowling Green
Panoramic view of the cave ceiling in Mammoth Cave National Park

Eastland Park

When in Eastland Park, you can plan a visit to CrossWinds Golf Course and Carroll Knicely Conference Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Eastland Park
Stalactites and stalagmites inside Mammoth Cave National Park

Shawnee Estates

While there might not be top attractions in Shawnee Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lost River Cave and Carroll Knicely Conference Center.

Shawnee Estates
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

3 out of 5
1953 Mel Browning Street Bowling Green KY
The price is ¥12,520 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
¥12,520
¥14,201 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bowling Green. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,179 reviews)
Room clean!

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green
Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG

3 out of 5
1021 Wilkinson Trce Bowling Green KY
The price is ¥12,900 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
¥12,900
¥14,630 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bowling Green. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

2 out of 5
181 Cumberland Trace Rd Bowling Green KY
The price is ¥9,280 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
¥9,280
¥10,525 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bowling Green. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,234 reviews)
Check in staff was great. The room was clean. The shower had needed a little TLC.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy 1-bedroom cabin with WiFi, AC in charming Mammoth Cave

Cozy 1-bedroom cabin with WiFi, AC in charming Mammoth Cave

Mammoth Cave KY
Stay at this cabin in Mammoth Cave. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Nolin Lake State Park and Moutardier Marina are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Our visit to Little Bear Cove was great! We loved spending Valentines Day in the coziness of the cabin. Additionally, the cleanliness, amenities and hospitality are very commendable!! We look forward to coming back in the warmer weather to explore the area and spend time outside in the nice outdoor ...

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Cozy 1-bedroom cabin with WiFi, AC in charming Mammoth Cave
Cozy Cabin Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Disc Golf — Minutes from Mammoth Cave

Cozy Cabin Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Disc Golf — Minutes from Mammoth Cave

2 out of 5
Mammoth Cave KY
Stay at this cabin in Mammoth Cave. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mammoth Cave National Park and Shady Hollow Golf ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
The cutest little cabin!

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Cozy Cabin Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Disc Golf — Minutes from Mammoth Cave
Bluegrass Vineyard B&B, nestled next to the vineyard and winery

Bluegrass Vineyard B&B, nestled next to the vineyard and winery

Smiths Grove KY
Stay at this vacation home in Smiths Grove. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (156 reviews)
Large, lovely house! Very clean with a well-stocked kitchen for staying in.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Bluegrass Vineyard B&B, nestled next to the vineyard and winery
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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