Guidebook for Hardin County
Food Scene
Vibe Coffee
34 Public SquareLocally owned in the heart of old-town E'town.
Great pizza in what used to be the Meade County jail. Lots of history here. The Jail, built in 1906 housed many unsavory characters throughout it's years. One of the most notable was Hank Williams, Sr. Another notable name that passed
through this area of Meade County was John Hunt Morgan (Morgan's Raiders). Outlaws Jesse and Frank James were guests of the Old Meade County Hotel on Main
Street, which was present in the 1800's.
http://www.jailhousepizza.com/
10 locals recommend
Jailhouse Pizza
125 Main StGreat pizza in what used to be the Meade County jail. Lots of history here. The Jail, built in 1906 housed many unsavory characters throughout it's years. One of the most notable was Hank Williams, Sr. Another notable name that passed
through this area of Meade County was John Hunt Morgan (Morgan's Raiders). Outlaws Jesse and Frank James were guests of the Old Meade County Hotel on Main
Street, which was present in the 1800's.
http://www.jailhousepizza.com/
Dewster's Homemade ice cream
914 N Mulberry StDelicious
Vibe Coffee Hodgenville
118 N Lincoln BlvdGreat place to sit and read or study
Home Made Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen
1709 N Dixie HwyDelicious Desserts!
The Gathering Bakery
728 Knox BlvdColton's Steak House & Grill
1001 Granite DrWe love the Montana Burger here!
Drinks & Nightlife
Old style tavern in historic downtown Elizabethtown. Over 170 bourbons and ryes and 28 craft beers on draft. Great selection of wines and spirits to boot. Live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Open Mic night on Monday, bourbon and wine specials on Tuesday, Craft beer specials on Wednesday and Karaoke on Sunday night. Come on down and let our knowledgeable bartenders help you out.
15 locals recommend
Bourbon Barrel Tavern
110 W Dixie AveOld style tavern in historic downtown Elizabethtown. Over 170 bourbons and ryes and 28 craft beers on draft. Great selection of wines and spirits to boot. Live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Open Mic night on Monday, bourbon and wine specials on Tuesday, Craft beer specials on Wednesday and Karaoke on Sunday night. Come on down and let our knowledgeable bartenders help you out.
Parks & Nature
Great walking or biking trails. Fishing. Paddle boats and kayaks for rent.
19 locals recommend
Freeman Lake Park
212 Freeman Lake Park RdGreat walking or biking trails. Fishing. Paddle boats and kayaks for rent.
Saunders Springs Nature Preserve is a heavily wooded natural area located on steep terrain with interesting historic features. The preserve provides opportunities for nature study, hiking, picnicking, and historic interpretation. The Nature Preserve consists of a 26 acre Nature Preserve owned and operated by the city of Radcliff and overseen by the Radcliff Forestry and Conservation Board. Adjacent to the nature preserve is a 73 acre tract called the Saunders Springs Annex which the city has leased and from Fort Knox. There is no charge (entrance fee) to use the Preserve and Annex areas and they are open for recreational use from dusk to dawn year around, weather permitting.
9 locals recommend
Saunders Springs Nature Preserve
100 Saunders Spring LnSaunders Springs Nature Preserve is a heavily wooded natural area located on steep terrain with interesting historic features. The preserve provides opportunities for nature study, hiking, picnicking, and historic interpretation. The Nature Preserve consists of a 26 acre Nature Preserve owned and operated by the city of Radcliff and overseen by the Radcliff Forestry and Conservation Board. Adjacent to the nature preserve is a 73 acre tract called the Saunders Springs Annex which the city has leased and from Fort Knox. There is no charge (entrance fee) to use the Preserve and Annex areas and they are open for recreational use from dusk to dawn year around, weather permitting.
Big Four Bridge
1101 River RdFabulous Walking Bridge across the Ohio River from KY to IN.
The Elizabethtown Nature Park
1900 Ring RdSightseeing
If you'd like to see the Bouillon where "all the gold in Fort Knox" is kept, then a stop at the Fort Knox Visitor's Center is the place to go. Even if you don't actually go onto Fort Knox, the Visitor's Center has good historical information, and you can view the Bouillon -- although you might not be allowed to photograph it.
If you do intend to go onto Fort Knox, be sure to read up on the required criteria to get a guest pass. You can find it under "Vetting Criteria" at this link: http://www.knox.army.mil/Garrison/des/psd/accesscontrol.aspx
Fort Knox Visitors Center
17 Bullion BlvdIf you'd like to see the Bouillon where "all the gold in Fort Knox" is kept, then a stop at the Fort Knox Visitor's Center is the place to go. Even if you don't actually go onto Fort Knox, the Visitor's Center has good historical information, and you can view the Bouillon -- although you might not be allowed to photograph it.
If you do intend to go onto Fort Knox, be sure to read up on the required criteria to get a guest pass. You can find it under "Vetting Criteria" at this link: http://www.knox.army.mil/Garrison/des/psd/accesscontrol.aspx
If you'd like to do some spelunking but don't have time to go to Mammoth Cave, check out Squire Boone Caverns. Call first to see if you need a reservation.
18 locals recommend
Squire Boone Caverns
100 Squire Boone Rd SWIf you'd like to do some spelunking but don't have time to go to Mammoth Cave, check out Squire Boone Caverns. Call first to see if you need a reservation.
Ark Encounter
1 Ark Encounter DrUnique experience
Reservations are highly recommended!
Don't forget it's in the central time zone.
274 locals recommend
Mammoth Cave
Reservations are highly recommended!
Don't forget it's in the central time zone.
Entertainment & Activities
This FREE museum features antique cars from different eras for your viewing pleasure, including cars from the early 1900's to the 1960's of all makes and models.
9 locals recommend
Swope's Cars of Yesteryear Museum
1080 N Dixie HwyThis FREE museum features antique cars from different eras for your viewing pleasure, including cars from the early 1900's to the 1960's of all makes and models.
Boundary Oak Distillery
2000 Boundary Oak DrBlazer's Fun Zone
1500 Sam Steward DrIndoor Bounce Houses & Laser Tag & small roller rink
Sky's the Limit
3024 Ring RdIndoor Trampoline Park
Conder's Paintball Field
193 Ford HwyFamily Fun for ages 10 and up
Crowne Pointe Theatre
2908 Dolphin DrReserve your seats online
Shopping
Walmart Neighborhood Market
102 Gateway Crossings BlvdPrimarily groceries at this Neighborhood Market
Walgreens
635 S Dixie BlvdClosest Pharmacy
ALDI
601 N Dixie BlvdClosest Groceries
Medical Care & Pharmacy
HMH CareFirst Urgent Care Center - Radcliff
1360 Rogersville RdClosest Urgent Care