Things to do in Bowling Green
Barren River Imaginative Museum of Science
Visit this unique hands-on science museum and experience the force of a mini-tornado with the BRIMS Blaster!! Have a hair-raising experience with the van de Graaf Electrostatic Generator. Operate one of the largest interactive transportation exhibits in the country featuring HO gauge trains in a model railroad. Measure airflow with the new wind tunnel. Suspend your body with the help of Magic Mirrors. These and over 40 more exhibits await your visit to BRIMS. Open Thursday - Saturday 10am - 3pm; Sunday 1 - 4pm. Call 270-843-9779 for more information.
1229 Center Street, Bowling Green, KY
Beech Bend Park
A campground, amusement park (open Memorial Day to Labor Day), drag strip (open March to November), and an oval track (open March to September) are available at one exciting complex. Call 270-781-7634 for more information.
798 Beech Bend Road, Bowling Green, KY
Bromer's Apple Farm & Cider Mill
Enjoy a beautiful drive in the country. Delight in a freshly picked, crisp & juicy apple or warm fried apple pie with a cup of our fresh squeezed apple cider. Browse through our fine selection of baskets, fruit butters, honey, molasses, dried flowers and more. Call 270-782-9243 for more information.
101 Claypool-Alvaton, Bowling Green, KY
Capitol Arts Alliance
The Capitol Arts Alliance offices are located within a renovated vaudeville house, the Capitol Arts Center. This venue consists of an 840-seat theater and two professional gallery spaces. The Capitol Arts Alliance presents 3 professional performance series annually, monthly art exhibitions, and various community outreach programs and events. Call 270-782-2787 for more information.
416 E. Main Street, Bowling Green, KY
Cassady Furniture Co. Inc.
Specializing in the manufacturing of solid cherry reproduction furniture for over 40 years. Come in and browse. Call 270-842-5453 for more information.
1844 Old Louisville Road, Bowling Green, KY
Civil War Driving Tour
With Kentuckians divided between the North and South; the state adopted a unique policy of neutrality at the start of the Civil War. Confederate General Simon Bolivar Buckner quickly moved a detachment of troops to occupy Bowling Green on Sept. 18, 1861. Ten sites remain including forts, a cave, homes, a monument, markers and a museum. Call 270-782-0800 for more information.
352 Three Springs Road, Bowling Green, KY
Corvette Plant
Every Corvette that is made today, in the world, is produced in Bowling Green. Here you can see the step-by-step production of America's favorite sports car. Public tours are available at 9 am AND 1 pm weekdays. Group tours are available by reservation. No cameras, purses, backpacks or fanny packs are allowed. Closed toe shoes only. Children must be seven years or older. Located at I-65, exit 28 at 600 Corvette Drive. Call 270-745-8419 for more information.
Eloise B. Houchens Center
This lovely old Greek revival mansion was built in 1904 by Francis Kister, one-time Mayor of Bowling Green and co-builder of St. Joseph Catholic Church. In 1976 this home was listed as a Historic Home for the purpose of restoring and preserving and to be used as a cultural and educational center. Tours are offered Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 10am - 2pm or by appointment. Call 270-842-6761 for more information.
1115 Adams Street, Bowling Green, KY
Greenwood Park, Inc
Greenwood Park, in its 18th season, offers a variety of thrills and excitement for the family. Call 270-843-4262 for more information.
520 Wall Street, Bowling Green, KY
Holley Performance Products World Headquarters
This 100-year old company makes every carburetor found on NASCAR vehicles. Free 45-minute tours are offered. Call 270-745-9525 for more information.
1801 Russellville Road, Bowling Green, KY
Jackson’s Orchard and Nursery
The Jackson family invites you to visit their orchard and nursery to select your favorite spring plants. Call 270-781-530 for more information.
1280 Slim Island Road, Bowling Green, KY
Kentucky Museum at Western Kentucky University
The Kentucky Museum collects, preserves and exhibits artifacts from across Kentucky. Call 270-745-2592 for more information.
1 Big Red Way Street, Bowling Green, KY
Lost River Cave and Valley
This is an educational cave. Boat tours float through Lost River Cave and the walking portion of the tour includes the human history of the Cave and Valley which dates back over 10,000 years. One can still see the dance floor from the popular underground nightclub during the 1930's and 1940's. Nature trails are open to the public. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Call 270-393-0077 for more information.
2818 Nashville Road, Bowling Green, KY
National Corvette Museum
This 68,000 sq. ft. Museum showcases America’s sports car featuring more than 60 Corvettes. Visit the mid-century barbershop and service station, or make a stop on old Route 66 to see the cars that shaped our country’s history. You’ll see classics in mint condition, one-of-a-kind prototypes that never went into production, racetrack champions, and modern-day wonders of engineering and design. Located 1/4 mile from the world’s only Corvette Assembly Plant on I-65 exit 28. Open seven days a week year-round except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Hours open 8am - 5pm. Call 270-781-7973 for more information.
350 Corvette Drive, Bowling Green, KY
Raceworld Race World
This is a NASCAR inspired theme attraction for the whole family, located just off I-65 at exit 2. Call 270-781-7223 for more information.
Rickman Pottery
This is a retail shop and working pottery studio. Dinnerware, gifts and one-of-a-kind pieces made by hand on the potter's wheel in the heart of Bowling Green. Open 10am - 6pm Tuesday – Saturday. Call 270-782-8550 for more information.
1121 E 14th Street, Bowling Green, KY
Riverview at Hobson Grove
Bowling Green’s historic landmark has been restored to its original splendor and is listed on the National Register. An official site of the Civil War Discovery Trail, as it was used for storage of Confederate munitions when the Rebel forces held Bowling Green, Riverview is an elegant interpretation of a prosperous Victorian home of the 1860-1890 period. The outstanding Italianate architecture, antiques and artifacts can be seen Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 1 - 4pm. Call 270-843-5565 for more information.
1100 W. Main Street, Bowling Green, KY
Russell Sims Aquatic Center
A Fifty meter pool with large play structure including tee cup, mushroom and palm trees and much more. Call 270-393-3271 for more information.
2303 Tomblinson Way, Bowling Green, KY
St. Joseph Catholic Church
The church was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 because of its artistic and historic significance. The Gothic style church was constructed in three stages over a 30-year period, being dedicated finally in 1889. Call 270-842-2525 for more information.
434 Church Avenue, Bowling Green, KY
Wild Bird and Nature Store
Offering a full line of bird feeders, bird houses, specialty seeds, bird baths and a variety of garden items. Call 270-746-0203 for more information.
901 Lehman Avenue, Bowling Green, KY
Zapzone
Featuring a multi-level LASERTAG arena, black light arcade and a huge indoor playground. Call 270-783-9500 for more information.
2714 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green, KY