Most local Kentuckians appreciate the state’s history and many of us also appreciate the popular Bourbon industry. As such a big business in our state and something the Bluegrass is known for, there are actually many opportunities to learn more about bourbon and distilleries, even off the official Trail. Setting off on the Kentucky River in Frankfort, this Historic Bourbon Boat Tour is a unique way to see the sights of our state’s capital city. Your captain will teach you all about the history of bourbon and all while aboard this scenic boat tour in Kentucky.
Our beautiful capital city of Frankfort is filled with historic sites, small town charm, and lots and lots of bourbon.
Facebook/Love Downtown, Live Downtown As a popular area along the Bourbon Trail, many head to Frankfort for a distillery tour or to see historical destinations. One way to experience much of this town in one outing is to hop aboard this Historic Bourbon Boat Tour.
Run through Airbnb Experiences, this highly rated boat tour takes you onto the Kentucky River and through downtown Frankfort.
Facebook/Buffalo Trace Distillery You will typically meet at the beautiful Buffalo Trace Distillery, pictured above, unless plans have been adjusted. You can always stay up to date on the tour by checking its website, linked below. From the distillery, you’ll head to a dock and board the “Trace of Kentucky” with your certified Captain.
This bourbon-themed boat tour then heads out on the Kentucky River.
Airbnb The one hour tour is a relaxing way to see many of Frankfort’s landmarks, while also learning from the Captain about the history of bourbon and how this river has had an impact.
Even if you have zero interest in bourbon, this is a beautiful and fascinating tour to take.
Airbnb It comes highly rated by those who have taken it and it allows you to add a unique experience to your time in Frankfort and/or along the Bourbon Trail.
Throughout your tour, be on the look out for the joining site of the three original counties of Kentucky, as well as other places.
Flickr/Kentucky Photo File You’ll see the historic riverfront of Frankfort, Buffalo Trace Distillery (this time from the water), Frankfort Boat Club, and more. And the welcoming and knowledgeable Captain can answer all of your questions and will surely tell you of interesting facts and stories you didn’t previously know.
While on the boat, be sure to look up the hill to Daniel Boone’s Grave, a popular site in Frankfort.
Google/E Todd Fowler Before or after the tour, drive up to this area and check out the gravesite firsthand, and also enjoy the incredible views of our capital city.
There are many tours in this area of Kentucky and this local boat tour should definitely top your list of things to do in Frankfort.
Flickr/remster_9 Spend time at Buffalo Trace, tour the city by water, and then explore Frankfort on your own as you have the ultimate history and bourbon-themed day in Kentucky.
For a relatively small town, Frankfort is filled with history and interesting things to do as our state’s capital. It’s in the heart of the Bourbon Trail, where you’ll find many tours, including this unique and scenic boat tour in Kentucky. Does this sound like an intriguing outing to you? Share your thoughts with us in the comments and be sure to tag any friends who would join you!
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As a popular area along the Bourbon Trail, many head to Frankfort for a distillery tour or to see historical destinations. One way to experience much of this town in one outing is to hop aboard this Historic Bourbon Boat Tour.
Facebook/Buffalo Trace Distillery
You will typically meet at the beautiful Buffalo Trace Distillery, pictured above, unless plans have been adjusted. You can always stay up to date on the tour by checking its website, linked below. From the distillery, you’ll head to a dock and board the “Trace of Kentucky” with your certified Captain.
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The one hour tour is a relaxing way to see many of Frankfort’s landmarks, while also learning from the Captain about the history of bourbon and how this river has had an impact.
It comes highly rated by those who have taken it and it allows you to add a unique experience to your time in Frankfort and/or along the Bourbon Trail.
Flickr/Kentucky Photo File
You’ll see the historic riverfront of Frankfort, Buffalo Trace Distillery (this time from the water), Frankfort Boat Club, and more. And the welcoming and knowledgeable Captain can answer all of your questions and will surely tell you of interesting facts and stories you didn’t previously know.
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Before or after the tour, drive up to this area and check out the gravesite firsthand, and also enjoy the incredible views of our capital city.
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Spend time at Buffalo Trace, tour the city by water, and then explore Frankfort on your own as you have the ultimate history and bourbon-themed day in Kentucky.
For more information on the scenic boat tour in Kentucky, including pricing and dates, visit its website. While you’re in Frankfort, stop by this legendary diner for an unforgettable meal.
And if you have any other suggestions of interesting and perhaps lesser-known tours in Kentucky, be sure to let us know by nominating your favorite local businesses.
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Address: Frankfort, KY 40601, USA
