Elizabethtown, Ky. - Hotels, Things to Do, Restaurants, Events

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Or as our friends call us, Etown. Elizabethtown offers a warm Southern welcome to all who visit. From our historic downtown, filled with quaint shops and delicious eateries, to our sprawling parks and picturesque landscapes, there's something for everyone to explore.

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Things to Do

Food

Food & Drink

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

Places to Stay

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Plan a Visit

The Betty Blog Insider Trip Tips

Explore Etown the local way. Let Betty be your ultimate guide to the best restaurants, outdoor adventures, events, shopping, and more!

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Local

Labor Day Weekend in Elizabethtown

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There’s nothing like a long holiday weekend, and I am here to tell you how…

Labor Day Weekend in Elizabethtown

Local

Etown's Hidden Gems

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Can I tell you a secret? Elizabethtown has some great local hidden gems. These are…

Etown's Hidden Gems

Local

Last Minute Summer Must-Dos

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We love summer around here in Etown. Like, really, love summer. There's…

Last Minute Summer Must-Dos

Family Fun

4th of July in Elizabethtown, KY

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There’s nothing quite like the 4th of July in Elizabethtown. Sunshine…

4th of July in Elizabethtown, KY

Downtown

Your Guide to Cruisin' The Heartland

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It's Cruisin' Time! Cruisin’ The Heartland is an Etown classic…

Your Guide to Cruisin' The Heartland

Attractions

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Downtown

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Outdoor Activities

Freeman Lake Park

History & Museums

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Arts & Entertainment

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Shopping

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Hardin County Farmer's Market

Aug 27, 2025 - Oct 4, 2025

Hardin County Farmer's Market

Aug 27

More to Explore

J.R. Neighbors

J.R. Neighbors is located in the heart of Downtown Elizabethtown. Gourmet burgers, signature salads…

J.R. Neighbors

Woo Hoo It's Greek Food

Woo Hoo It's Greek Food Restaurant serves authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine with dishes like…

Woo Hoo It's Greek Food

American Legion Park

The American Legion Park is home to the American Legion Water Park, Nine-Hole Par-3 golf course and…

American Legion Park

Elizabethtown Nature Park

The Elizabethtown Nature Park has 104 acres of gently rolling former pasture land. Freeman Creek…

Elizabethtown Nature Park

Hardin County Veterans Tribute

You can find the Hardin County Veterans Tribute at the Elizabethtown Nature Park. The tribute is a…

Hardin County Veterans Tribute

Confederate Soldiers Buried on Cemetery Hill

Travel back in time and locate soldiers’ graves by using the kiosk available at the cemetery…

Confederate Soldiers Buried on Cemetery Hill

Hardin County History Museum

Explore rotating and permanent exhibits when you visit the Hardin County History Museum. The museum…

Hardin County History Museum

Historic Downtown Elizabethtown

Historic Downtown Elizabethtown - a place where the past, present, and future intersect. Historic…

Historic Downtown Elizabethtown

Bourbon Barrel Tavern

The Bourbon Barrel Tavern on the downtown square in Elizabethtown offers the largest selections of…

Bourbon Barrel Tavern

Cavern Club

Inspired by the elusive speakeasies of the 1920s, it’s no secret that below J.R. Neighbors in…

Cavern Club

Social On Main

Have a choice from curated selections of fine eats featuring Taglish, Maillard Wood Fired Kitchen…

Social On Main