Great Southern Escape: Kentucky

Visiting the Bluegrass State? Our travel editors recommend their favorite Kentucky restaurants, getaways, and activities for your vacation.

48 Hours in Louisville

Whether you want to hobnob with the horses, enjoy a day of historic sightseeing, or take a walk on the artistic side. Come along for the ride as we show you 21 ways to enjoy this lively city.

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Shopping on Historic Bardstown Road

Don't miss shopping on Bardstown Road, one of Louisville's premier streets for browsing and dining. Elizabeth Kizito, Louisville's beloved cookie lady, greets with a smile. Kizito Cookie's loyal customers choose from biscotti, brownies, muffins, and 10 different cookies, including our favorite, the "Lucky in Kentucky". She also ships gift boxes, trays, and baskets.