Hart County

Accommodations - Restaurants - Shopping - Events

Attractions

HORSE CAVE

Hidden River CaveAmerican Cave Museum and Hidden River Cave
I-65 exit 58. - 270-786-1466
At Hidden River Cave and the American Cave Museum, you will discover the mysteries of the underground worlds of caves and caverns. The museum is a state-of-the-art showcase of underground and natural history, featuring dioramas and interpretive exhibits of cave history and groundwater dynamics. The American Cave Museum is the largest museum in the world dedicated to caves! Coupled with Hidden River Cave right out the back door, this is the best opportunity to learn about these natural wonders.

Dennison's Roadside Market
5824 S. Jackson Hwy (US 31-E) - 270-786-1663
Open Apr.-Dec.
Seasonal plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables, locally made products, Amish baskets and crafts. Pick your own berries. Pumpkins in season.

Heritage Arts Center
I-65 exit 58, 2 miles east, Historic Downtown Horse Cave - 270-786-4502
Heritage Arts Center offers a fine art gallery and studio, folk art gallery, photography and digital arts, art classes for kids and adults, art shows and contests. You can create your own edible work of art onsite at Gallery Donuts.

Kentucky Caverns
I-65 exit 58, Horse Cave - 800-762-2869 or 270-786-2634
Kentucky Caverns offers a close-up view of both intricate and massive onyx formations created by the powerful combination of water and time. Knowledgeable guides will bring the geological and historical stories alive for visitors while they are surrounded by unrivalled beauty. Reservations are necessary for groups of 15 or more. A one-price ticket includes a guided cave tour and admission to Kentucky Down Under.

Kentucky Down UnderKentucky Down Under
I-65, exit 58, Horse Cave - 270-786-2634 or 800-762-2869
Learn first-hand about kangaroos, emus, wallabies and other exotic creatures from the Land Down Under. Enjoy bright colored Lorries as they light on your hands or shoulders, become involved in life on a typical Australian sheep station, and explore exotic Kentucky Caverns.

Kentucky Repertory Theatre
I-65 exit 58, 2 miles east, downtown Horse Cave
800-342-2177

Located In Horse Cave's Historic Downtown Arts & Shopping District, Kentucky Repertory Theatre is a modern, indoor theatre, nationally recognized for its quality performance of comedy, drama, classics, and original Kentucky plays. The Theatre features a professional acting company, assembled from a nationwide search, to entertain thousands of visitors annually for more than 30 years. KRT was honored by USA Today as "One of the 10 best places to see the lights way off Broadway". The beautiful Theatre Center features a concessions and gifts area with exhibits by regional artists.

Kentucky Repertory Theatre


MUNFORDVILLE • HART COUNTY AREA

Battle for the Bridge Historic Preserve
I-65 exit 58 and exit 65 - 270-524-0101
The national significance of the events at Munfordville/Woodsonville was recognized in 1993 by the congressional Civil War Sites Advisory Commission when it classified the battlefield as a class "B" -- a principal strategic operation of the war, having "strategic character and national significance” and “having a direct influence on [its] campaign." The Battle of Munfordville was the first stroke of Confederate General Braxton Bragg's 1862 Kentucky campaign.

Big Buffalo Crossing Kayak and Canoe
Located at Thelma Stovall Park - Munfordville - 270-774-7883 or 866-233-2690
chief@bigbuffalocrossing.com
We provide canoe & kayak trips for 1 or more people — crowd is to big or too small, each trip includes canoe or kayak, life jackets, paddles and shuttle service at drop off and pickup points. Trips include Historical Green River, including 300 Springs waterfall and Nolin River. There are several trips to choose from. The Green River is very historical,
from the Civil War to the caves that have been here for ages.

Cub Run CaveCub Run Cave
I-65 exit 65, Munfordville - 270-524-1444
Turn right onto Hwy 88 for 13 miles.

Re-opened to the public after 56 years, Cub Run features rare boxwork speleotherms, highlighted by modern electric lighting and easily accessed by renovated paths and wooden walkways. Otter Spring runs through the cave where visitors can view blind crawfish and minnows. Gift shop. Open Daily.

Green River at Thelma Stovall Park and Arboretum
Register with City Hall before camping, River Rd: 270-524-5701
Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe and Kayak Rental: 270-774-7883 or 866-233-2690

Enjoy canoeing, kayaking or fishing on Green River, one of the most biologically diverse rivers in North America. This historic site features an arboretum of native trees and plants, with interpretive exhibits and educational displays. From the Civil War to caves which have been here for ages, the Green River has played a major part in Kentucky history. The park also offers covered picnic pavilions, a children's playground, and primitive camping. Located down River Road off Old St., directly under the Simon Bolivar Buckner Memorial Bridge. Park entry and pavilion use are free of charge; canoe rental fees vary. Boat ramp available. Camping is permitted, no amenities. Register with City Hall before camping, River Road, 270-524-5701
Green River Walking Trail (Jenny Wilson Byrd Memorial Trail) runs 4.5 miles along the beautiful river, starting at Thelma Stovall Park and ending at Harry Wilson Park.

Hart County Historical Museum
I-65, exit 65, 109 Main Street - 270-524-0101
Open Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM, Sat 8AM-4PM.
The history Munfordville and its county involves much more than the Civil War.
Exhibits and collections of historical artifacts and records are housed in the old Chaplin Building on Main Street, two doors down from the Munfordville Welcome Center. The Museum also houses the Mary Willia Bransetter Genealogical Library, one of the area's most comprehensive collections of archives and genealogical materials. The museum store offers books, apparel, and many other history-related items for all ages.


Kentucky Stonehenge
I-65 exit 65 turn left go past red light #2 turn right on Maple then left on Lynn Ave.
888-686-3673

Kentucky's Stonehenge is a bit of ancient society in the small town of Munfordville, Kentucky. After scouring one thousand acres of nearby Hatcher Valley, Creator Chester Fryer relocated nearly every large rock he could find in order to create his masterpiece. Kentucky's Stonehenge does not strictly follow the layout of the actual Stonehenge, but instead reflects the points on a compass rose with additional rocks marking the cardinal directions. In addition to the displays resembling the world famous Stonehenge, the Fryer estate is divided in several other rock displays, including Earth Mysteries, the Garden of Gethsemane, Rock Gardens, and Rock Park. one block off Main Street; free of charge

Accommodations
Horse Cave I-65 Exit 58

Country Hearth Inn & Suites

888-260-8050

80 rooms

Outdoor Pool

Restaurant

Hampton Inn

270-786-5000

101 rooms

Indoor Pool

Horse Cave Motel

270-786-2151

23 rooms

KOA Campground & Cabins

270-786-2819

Outdoor Pool

Munfordville

Cave Country Inn B&B

270-524-1379

4 rooms

Country Girl at Heart Farm B&B

877-782-4295

5 rooms

Super 8 Motel

270-524-4888 • 800-441-0241

50 rooms

Camping
Dog Creek Campground Cub Run 270-286-4511

KOA Campground & Cabins

Horse Cave

270-786-2819

Green River Park & Arboretum at Thelma Stovall Park Munfordville 270-524-5701
Restaurants

Hart County

Bonnieville

Bacon Creek Café
8167 North Dixie Highway (US 31-W)270-531-9900
Open 5AM-8PM Mon–Thurs, 5AM-9PM Fri-Sat and 6AM-10AM Sun
Daily specials, home cooking, and homemade desserts.

Jameson House Restaurant
7256 N. Dixie Highway (US 31-W) • 270-531-9900

Cub Run

Cub Run Cave Restaurant
15101 Cub Run Highway • 270-524-1443
Open 8AM to 9PM, Mon – Thurs, 8AM to 10PM Sat, 9AM to 9PM Sun.
Home cooking, homemade desserts, all-you-can eat catfish.

Horse Cave

C&C's Restaurant
I-65 (Exit 58) and KY 218 - 270-786-2276
Home cooking, buffet daily and grill items.

The Rock Shop Café
414 West Main St. (KY 218), Horse Cave270-786-5050
Open 10
AM to 6PM Mon – Sat
Cajun catfish, shrimp, burgers daily. BBQ Wed-Sat

Sheila Kay’s Café
904 East Main St. (KY 218)270-786-3240
Open 10
AM to 7PM Mon –Wed and Fri, 10AM to 6PM Thurs, Closed Sat and Sun.
Daily specials, homemade desserts, catfish Fridays, salads.

Snappy’s Pizza and Pasta
103 South Dixie St. (US 31-W)270-786-8686
Open 10:30
AM–9PM Mon–Thurs, 10:30AM-11PM Fri-Sat, 11AM-6PM Sun.
Pizza, pasta, calzones, salad, hot wings. Cheesecake and cinnamon sticks. Lunch buffet.

Uno BBQ
5112 South Jackson Highway (US 31-E) • 270-786-4198
Open 10:30
AM-7PM Wed–Sat, 10:30AM-8PM Fri, Closed Sun.
Pork, chicken, ribs, hamburgers, homemade pies.

Wigwam General Store
KY 218-US 31-E • 270-786-1949
Open 6
AM-9PM Mon–Sat, 7AM-9PM Sun.
Grilled items, sandwiches, and plate lunch specials.

Munfordville

Big Bubba Buck's Belly Bustin' Barbecue Bliss
US 31W • 270-307-8309
Open 10
AM-10PM Mon-Fri, 10AM-8PM Sat-Sun
BBQ, sweet potato fries and more.

El Mazatlan
1172 Main St • 270-524-4874
Open 11AM-10PM Mon-Thurs,11AM-10:30PM Fri-Sat,11AM-9:30PM Sun.
Mexican food.

King Buffet
210 Interstate Plaza • 270-524-9939
Open 11AM-10PM Mon-Thurs,11AM-10:30PM Fri-Sat,11AM-9PM Sun.
Chinese food.

Munfordville Pool Hall
113 W Union St • 270-524-9939
Open 8
AM-8PM Monday- Saturday
Great daily specials and delicious burgers and fries.

Murray's Restaurant
1021 Main St. (US 31-W) • 270-524-2253
Open 6AM-8PM Mon-Fri, 7AM-4PM Sat-Sun.
Home cooking.

In addition, Munfordville has the following chain restaurants: Dairy Queen, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Sonic-Subway.

Shopping
HART COUNTY

American Cave Museum Gift Shop
110 East Main Street, Horse Cave - 270-786-1466
Open 9
AM to 7PM Memorial Day - Labor Day; 9AM to 5PM Labor Day - Memorial Day
.
Cave souvenirs, books, postcards, jewelry.

Anna's Kitchen
1985 Logsdon Valley Road, Munfordville - 270-524-0820
Amish-made jams and jellies.

Avalon Stained Glass School & Creativity Center
100 Dave Wintsch Road, Munfordville - 270-524-9567
Open Tues-Fri 9
AM to 5PM; Sat 8AM to noon.
Stained glass, original art, affordable art, Hand painted china, sun catchers, classes.

The Bookstore
111 Water Street, Horse Cave - 270-786-3084
Open Mon-Sat 7
AM to 5PM; Sun 1 pm to 5PM
Used books, collector's editions, comic books, cookbooks, coffee, soft drinks, tall tales.

Brandie Lynn's
108 East Main Street, Horse Cave - 270-786-1114
Open Mon-Fri 9
AM to 6 PM; Sat 10AM to 4PM
Gifts, candles, monogrammed items.

Cub Run Cave Gift Shop
15101 Cub Run Highway, Cub Run - 270-524-1444
Open daily 9:30AM to 6PM.
Souvenirs

Detweiler's Country Store
12825 Priceville Road, Cub Run - 270-528-5652
Open Mon-Fri 8
AM to 5PM; Sat 8AM to 4PM
A variety of goods including Amish-made items, gifts, fabric, bulk food and sandwiches.

Dennison's Roadside Market
5824 South Jackson Highway (US 31-E), Horse Cave - 270-786-1663
Open April through October. Mon-Sat 8
AM to 6PM;, Sun Noon to 6PM

Seasonal plants, fruits, vegetables, homemade bread, Penn country hams, Kenny’s cheese, relishes, jams, jellies, & crafts.

Dutch Built Specialties
100 Pucket Chapel Road, Munfordville - 270-524-9283

Earlene's Antiques & Flower Shop
90 LeGrande Highway (KY 218), Horse Cave - 270-786-2669
Open Mon-Sat 9
AM to 5PM
Fresh flowers, silk flowers and antiques.

The Gypsy's Closet
101 Water Street, Horse Cave - 270-786-2492
Open Mon-Sat 11
AM to 4PM

Books, bumper stickers, calendars, dragons, fairies, jewelry, pendulums.

I-65 Flea Market
481 Flint Ridge Road, (I-65 Exit 58) Horse Cave - 502-833-2438

Klothing HarenDepartment Store
103-105 Water Street, Horse Cave - 270-785-2562
Open Mon-Sat 9
AM to 5PM; Sun 1PM to 5PM
Gift items, clothing, shoes.

Kentucky Down Under Gift Shop
3
700 L&N Turnpike Road, Horse Cave - 800-762-2869
Open Daily mid-March - Memorial Day 8
AM to 5PM ; Memorial Day - Labor Day 8AM to 6PM; Labor Day - mid-March 9AM to 4PM daily; Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years
.
Stuffed kangaroos books, gift items, souvenirs, post cards.

Miller's Greenhouse & Furniture
2374 Macon Kessinger Road, Munfordville - 270-524-7684

Munfordville Welcome Center and Gift Shop
113 Main Street, Munfordville - 270-524-4752
Open Mon-Fri 8
AM to 4PM; Sat 9AM-1PM May - Sept
Kentucky crafts, Amish baskets and jams, Gifts, postcards.

Perkins Family Antiques
6947 South Jackson Highway (US 31-E), Horse Cave - 270-786-4574
Open Tues-Sat 9
AM to 4:30PM
Antiques.

SPECIAL EVENTS

MAY

Citywide Yard Sale

Munfordville

888-686-3673

JUNE

Green River Canoe Fest

Munfordville

888-686-3673

VisitMunfordville.com Cruise-In

Munfordville

888-686-3673

SEPTEMBER

Hart County Civil War Days

Munfordville

888-686-3673

DeaFestival 2010 Horse Cave 270-218-0386

Heritage Festival

Horse Cave

270-218-0386

OCTOBER

Aussie Fest

Horse Cave

800-762-2869

Big Buffalo Crossing BBQ Cook-Off

Munfordville

888-686-3673

DECEMBER

Holidays Around the Square

Munfordville

888-686-3673