Elizabethtown, Ky. - Hotels, Things to Do, Restaurants, Events

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Or as our friends call us, Etown. Elizabethtown offers a warm Southern welcome to all who visit. From our historic downtown, filled with quaint shops and delicious eateries, to our sprawling parks and picturesque landscapes, there's something for everyone to explore.

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Things to Do

Food

Food & Drink

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

Places to Stay

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Plan a Visit

The Betty Blog Insider Trip Tips

Explore Etown the local way. Let Betty be your ultimate guide to the best restaurants, outdoor adventures, events, shopping, and more!

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Family Fun

How to Spend Memorial Day Weekend in Elizabethtown

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Memorial Day Weekend is almost here, and Etown is full of ways to spend the long…

How to Spend Memorial Day Weekend in Elizabethtown

Family Fun

Summer Fun in Elizabethtown: Events You Won’t Want to Miss

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Summer in Elizabethtown, Kentucky (or “Etown,” as we locals call it)…

Summer Fun in Elizabethtown: Events You Won’t Want to Miss

Family Fun

Free Things to Do in Elizabethtown

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There’s something downright lovely about a town where you can fill your day…

Free Things to Do in Elizabethtown

drinks

Explore the Outdoors in Etown: Fun Activities for Everyone

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Hey, adventure seekers! Looking for the perfect outdoor adventure? Elizabethtown…

Explore the Outdoors in Etown: Fun Activities for Everyone

drinks

Derby Day in Etown: Your Local Guide to Celebrating Kentucky's Iconic Event Day

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Derby Day is almost here, and Elizabethtown is buzzing with excitement! Nothing…

Derby Day in Etown: Your Local Guide to Celebrating Kentucky's Iconic Event Day

Attractions

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Downtown

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Outdoor Activities

Freeman Lake Park

History & Museums

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Arts & Entertainment

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Shopping

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Historic State Theater

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More to Explore

Harlow The Juice Bar

Experience passion for fresh fruit and a variety of delectable ingredients that merge into a…

Harlow The Juice Bar

J.R. Neighbors

J.R. Neighbors is located in the heart of Downtown Elizabethtown. Gourmet burgers, signature salads…

J.R. Neighbors

Woo Hoo It's Greek Food

Woo Hoo It's Greek Food Restaurant serves authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine with dishes like…

Woo Hoo It's Greek Food

American Legion Park

The American Legion Park is home to the American Legion Water Park, Nine-Hole Par-3 golf course and…

American Legion Park

Elizabethtown Nature Park

The Elizabethtown Nature Park has 104 acres of gently rolling former pasture land. Freeman Creek…

Elizabethtown Nature Park

Hardin County Veterans Tribute

You can find the Hardin County Veterans Tribute at the Elizabethtown Nature Park. The tribute is a…

Hardin County Veterans Tribute

Confederate Soldiers Buried on Cemetery Hill

Travel back in time and locate soldiers’ graves by using the kiosk available at the cemetery…

Confederate Soldiers Buried on Cemetery Hill

Hardin County History Museum

This museum is a part of the official Lincoln Trail through Kentucky. View the Lincoln room and…

Hardin County History Museum

Historic Downtown Elizabethtown

Historic Downtown Elizabethtown - a place where the past, present, and future intersect. Historic…

Historic Downtown Elizabethtown

Bourbon Barrel Tavern

The Bourbon Barrel Tavern on the downtown square in Elizabethtown offers the largest selections of…

Bourbon Barrel Tavern

Cavern Club

Inspired by the elusive speakeasies of the 1920s, it’s no secret that below J.R. Neighbors in…

Cavern Club

Social On Main

Have a choice from curated selections of fine eats featuring Taglish, Maillard Wood Fired Kitchen…

Social On Main