Richmond (Kentucky)

Arrive via car on I-75, or fly in to Lexington, Louisville, or Cincinnati's airports.

There are several sites for car rental in Richmond, including an Enterprise, Kwik Kars and Hertz Rent-a-car.

By bus

By taxi

• OK Cabs, phone: 859-624-0492.
• Colonel's Cabs, phone: 859-624-8294.

• Battle of Richmond Visitors Center and Battlefield Park

  phone: +1 859 624-0013
  address: 101 Battlefield Memorial Hwy
  The 2 day Battle of Richmond was the first major battle of the 1862 Kentucky Campaign. This invasion of Kentucky by Confederate armies resulted in the capture of Lexington and Frankfort. The campaign ultimately culminated in the larger Battle of Perryville located near Danville

• Fort Boonesborough

  phone: +1 859 527-3131
  address: 4375 Boonesboro Rd.
  A replica of the settlement established in 1775 by Daniel Boone where the Wilderness Road met the Kentucky River. The park operates as a living history museum showcasing life on the Kentucky frontier in the late 18th century. Besides the fort, the park has a campground, pool, picnic area, and hiking trails.

• White Hall

  phone: +1 859 623-9178
  address: 500 White Hall Shrine Rd.
  A 44 room Italiante/Georgian mansion owned by emancipationist Cassius Clay.

• Acres of Land Winery

  phone: +1 859 328-3000
  address: 2285 Barnes Mill Rd.
  A winery that offers tours, wagon rides, and features an on site restaurant.

• Deer Run Stable

  phone: +1 615 268-9960
  address: 2001 River Circle Dr
  Features horse riding lessons, trail rides, and boarding for horses.

• Downtown Walking Tour of Homes

  phone: +1 859 626-8474
  address: 345 Lancaster Ave
  A brochure for the self guided walking tour can be picked up at the Richmond Visitor Center. The tour showcases over 70 historical buildings, homes, and churches.

• Gibson Bay Golf Course

  phone: +1 859 623-0225
  address: 2000 Gibson Bay Dr.
  An 18 hole public golf course

Go to a park: Million, Irvine McDoud, The Ravine.
Walk Main Street: Chestnut Tree Gallery, The Scoop Shop, Art Attack, Tassel and Toad, Gallery on Main, City Hall

The Richmond Mall, The Peddler's Mall, The Chestnut Tree Gallery, Tassel and Toad, Wal-Mart, Goody's, Maurices, Deb's, Big Lots, Lowes, Hastings, Currier's Music

There are many restaurants in Richmond, including most of the national chains for fast food.

• Babylon Cafe

  phone: +1 859 625-1212
  address: 213 West Main St.
  Gyros and Mediterranean cuisine.

• Casa Cafe

  phone: +1 859 626-3666
  address: 433 Professional Dr.
  Mexican Cuisine

• Casa Fiesta

  phone: +1 859 623-8582
  address: 240 Eastern Bypass
  Mexican cuisine

• Madison Garden Bar and Grill

  phone: +1 859 623-9720
  address: 152 North Madison Ave

Most of the city of Richmond is wet, although some areas inside city limits have voted themselves dry. Package sales of alcohol and bars are available.

Coffee

• Purdy's Coffee Company

  phone: +1 859 624-9920
  address: 212 W Main St
  Located in downtown Richmond, serving coffee, sandwiches, and baked goods

Bars

• Nikki's Tavern

  phone: +1 859 625-0007
  address: 206 E. Water St.

• The Paddy Wagon

  phone: +1 859 625-1054
  address: 150 E. Main St.

Bed and Breakfast

• Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

  phone: +1 859 625-4416
  address: 189 Meridian Way

• The Bennett House Bed and Breakfast

  phone: +1 859 623-7876
  address: 419 West Main St

Lodging

• Best Western Holiday Plaza

  phone: +1 859 623-9220
  address: 100 Eastern Bypass

• Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

  phone: +1 859 624-4055
  address: 1990 Colby Taylor Dr.

Campgrounds

• Fort Boonesborough

  phone: +1 859 527-3454
  address: 4375 Boonesboro Rd.
  A campground located at the state park and on the banks of the Kentucky River. Features 167 campsites with electric and water hookups, shower houses, laundry facilities and a grocery. The campground is open year round. Reservations may be made through the website up to one year in advance.

Berea - Home of Berea College and known for it's many artisans.
Danville - Located to the west of Richmond. The drive along KY 52 passes through scenic countryside.
Lexington - The second largest city in Kentucky is located 30 miles to the north.

Outdoors

Big South Fork National Recreation Area
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
Daniel Boone National Forest