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Kentucky Monthly — we're so glad you're here. Take a moment to explore ShelbyKY: Your Bourbon Destination™. Whether you're looking for a fantastic new restaurant to try or something fun to do this weekend near Louisville, you're in the right place. And, of course, we have plenty of bourbon.

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[ShelbyKY is] a sweet respite from urban life, featuring lovely stretches of rolling countryside, antiquing, a thrilling foodie scene, the famous Bourbon Trail — and some of the best fried chicken in the country.

— USA Today

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In Your Bourbon Destination® and the Saddlebred Capital of the…

Places To Stay

Whether you’re looking for a place to stay near Shelby County events or…

Food & Drink

In Shelbyville and nearby Simpsonville, locally owned eateries serve up fantastic…

Peter Ray Sylvestre, Sr.

Things To Do

With seven parks, four golf courses, the state's only designer outlet mall, a…

Jeptha Creed Distillery

Distilleries, Wineries & Breweries

For an authentic grain-to-glass bourbon experience, head to Shelbyville, Kentucky…

Events

Live music, festivals, bourbon tastings, and more. What more can you ask for?

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In Your Bourbon Destination® and the Saddlebred Capital of the World™, you’ll find the best of Kentucky. Smooth bourbon, delicious Southern cuisine, gorgeous horse farms, and authentic Southern hospitality.

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