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Kid-Friendly Louisville, Kentucky
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items I have 3 young kids who need, what feels like, constant stimulation. So check out my lists for the great activities that are active and kid-friendly in the Greater Louisville Region.
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My kids are OBSESSED with this park in Corydon. It's can be a hike depending on where you're coming from in the Louisville area, but this adaptive and inclusive park is 100% worth your time. Pro tip: put your kids in fluorescent colors because, thoug...
Hayswood Nature Reserve
This is a great splash pad right next to a fun playground on the East End of Louisville. Don't forget to bring a snack and a towel.
Beckley Park Splashpad
Such a fun playground in New Albany! Also gated, similar to Hayswood, this playground is adaptive and inclusive, and the kids adore it.
Kevin Hammersmith Memorial Park
A traditional Farmer's Market with a twist! There are usually at least a few kids both and something a cooking competition. Live bands even play during the Summer. A great family morning event!
New Albany Farmers Market
A perfect bike, skate, running, or walking trail, this is safe, clean, and beautiful. Perfect for solo or family activities. Pro tip: park at the New Albany YMCA and walk up by the parking lot to the amphitheater to start.
Ohio River Greenway | Visit Southern Indiana
Great trails, wide open space, wooden trails, hiking trails, running trails, walking trails, open fields, bike paths, playgrounds, dog parks, splash pads...this part of the Louisville Parklands has it all!
Beckley Creek Park
Gorgeous hiking trails that are perfect for the whole family. I love taking the kids here because it's never busy, it's safe to roam off the path to collect acorns and leaves if they want, and there are almost always only a handful of people you run ...
Mt. St. Francis Trailhead
A must visit! Between the hiking trails, natural playground, and the trolls, this is a perfect outdoor family activity. Pro tip: sign up for their newsletter to get a list of monthly activities. The star gazing and moon educational series are so good...
Bernheim Forest and Arboretum | Research Forest | Clermont, KY
3 playgrounds in 1! One traditional, one wooden fort castle, one natural playground created by the designers of the Bernheim Forest playgrounds.
Such a pleasant escape in the middle of the hustle of Louisville!
Bearcat Playground
Such a gorgeous addition to the Louisville Waterfront! I took my botany-loving Aunt who was in from Houston here shortly after it opened and she adored it. It has a lot of walking paths and great signage and an audio guide built in through your phone...
Waterfront Botanical Gardens
Local Favorites
Always a family favorite! Pro tips: get the grass seats so the kids can move around and play, and go early to wear them out on the playground just beyond the outfield.
Louisville Bats | MiLB.com
The Slugger Museum is such a unique experience and there are plenty of kid-friendly activities in the museum. They'll have to keep their hands to themselves during the tour, but if they're like mine, they'll be enthralled with the machinery!
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Pro soccer meets Louisville! We now have a men's and women's pro team. If your kids love anything with excitement, this is a great option in Louisville.
Pro tip: if you're a U.S. Veteran, check out VetTix. They usually have a handful of free tickets...
Lynn Family Stadium
Our kids love the Zoo! Pro tip: If you can get there right at park opening during Memorial through Labor Day, skip the first half and go straight to the splash pad. Knock it out before the crowds and then your kids will be naturally cooled by their d...
Louisville Zoo
So much fun and so much to do! Zipline, do a ropes course, take a 4-wheel drive trolley through, take an e-bike tour...I'm sure I'm missing something! This is a great family bonding event location!
Pro tip: if you come during November through Janua...
Louisville Mega Cavern
Indoor Fun
When the weather doesn't permit outdoor activities or when you need a break from the same-old-same, check out these options!
Our kids love this place! ♥️ The 1st floor is best for 5 and under, in our kids' opinions, and the other floors are great for 5+. Pro tip: always check out the top floor for the experimental displays. They rotate through and you get to give your feed...
Kentucky Science Center