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Richmond is a city in the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky, about 30 miles (50 km) south of Lexington. The county seat of Madison County, Richmond is best known as the home of Eastern Kentucky University.
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A replica of the settlement established in 1775 by Daniel Boone where the Wilderness Road met the Kentucky River. The park operates as a living history museum showcasing life on the Kentucky frontier in the late 18th century. Besides the fort, the park has a campground, pool, picnic area, and hiking trails.
A 44 room Italiante/Georgian mansion owned by emancipationist Cassius Clay.
A winery that offers tours, wagon rides, and features an on site restaurant.
Features horse riding lessons, trail rides, and boarding for horses.
A brochure for the self guided walking tour can be picked up at the Richmond Visitor Center. The tour showcases over 70 historical buildings, homes, and churches.
An 18 hole public golf course
Gyros and Mediterranean cuisine.
Mexican Cuisine.
Mexican cuisine.
Located in downtown Richmond, serving coffee, sandwiches, and baked goods
A campground located at the state park and on the banks of the Kentucky River. Features 167 campsites with electric and water hookups, shower houses, laundry facilities and a grocery. The campground is open year round. Reservations may be made through the website up to one year in advance.
Arrive via car on I-75, or fly in to Lexington, Louisville, or Cincinnati's airports.
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