Kentucky, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 4,477,251 inhabitants. The state was created 232 years ago in 1792. Its capital city is Frankfort.
From thoroughbred racing to bourbon distilleries, Kentucky’s unique culture and natural beauty make it a distinctive vacation destination. Home to over 4 million residents, top destinations within Kentucky’s 40,000 square miles include:
Louisville – Kentucky’s largest city, Louisville delights visitors with urban attractions like the Muhammad Ali Center, Louisville Slugger Museum, vibrant restaurant scene, and the iconic Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
Lexington – Nicknamed the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington revolves around thoroughbreds with horse farms, the Kentucky Horse Park, and the Keeneland racecourse. Its bourbon distillery scene is also booming.
Bardstown – Dubbed the “Bourbon Capital of the World,” Bardstown provides a charming small town base for visiting its famous whiskey distilleries and the Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey.
Northern Kentucky – Just south of Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky tempts with family-friendly attractions like the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter along with picturesque Ohio River towns.
Bowling Green – In south central Kentucky, Bowling Green impresses visitors with Mammoth Cave National Park, Corvette Museum, Lost River Cave, and charming downtown filled with boutiques, restaurants and bars.
Blending small town hospitality with urban attractions, Kentucky offers distinctive vacation opportunities focused on bourbon, horses, caves, and southern culture.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Kentucky.
City Name | Title | County | Population |
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Covington | The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky. | Kenton | 40,314 |
Campbellsville | City in Kentucky | Taylor | 11,430 |
Corbin | 4th-class city in Whitley and Knox counties in the southeastern portion of the U. | Whitley | 7,139 |
Cold Spring | City in Minnesota, United States | Campbell | 6,628 |
Cynthiana | City in Harrison County, Kentucky, in the United States | Harrison | 6,300 |
Central City | City in Nebraska, United States | Muhlenberg | 5,730 |
Crestwood | Human settlement in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States of America | Fayette | 5,111 |
Columbia | City in Adair County, Kentucky, United States | Adair | 4,902 |
Crescent Springs | City in Kenton County, Kentucky, United States of America | Kenton | 4,138 |
Crittenden | City in Kentucky, USA | Grant | 3,925 |
Carrollton | County seat in Kentucky | Carroll | 3,806 |
Crestview Hills | City in Kenton County, Kentucky, United States of America | Kenton | 3,333 |
Cadiz | City in Kentucky, United States | Trigg | 2,714 |
Calvert City | City in Marshall County, Kentucky | Marshall | 2,505 |
Cave City | City in Kentucky | Barren | 2,426 |
Claryville | Census-designated place in Campbell County, Kentucky | Campbell | 2,355 |
Carlisle | County seat in Kentucky | Nicholas | 2,059 |
Cumberland | City in Harlan County, Kentucky, United States | Harlan | 1,854 |
Catlettsburg | City in Boyd County, Kentucky, United States of America | Boyd | 1,736 |
Coal Run Village | City in Pike County, Kentucky, United States of America | Pike | 1,494 |
Clinton | City in Hickman County, Kentucky, United States of America | Hickman | 1,244 |
Coldstream | City in Kentucky, United States | Jefferson | 1,165 |
Cloverport | City in Breckinridge County, Kentucky, United States | Breckinridge | 1,151 |
Camargo | City in Kentucky, United States | Montgomery | 1,151 |
Clay City | City in Powell County, Kentucky, United States of America | Powell | 1,094 |
Clay | Human settlement in Webster County, Kentucky, United States of America | Webster | 1,091 |
Clarkson | Human settlement in Grayson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Grayson | 887 |
Crab Orchard | Human settlement in Lincoln County, Kentucky, United States of America | Lincoln | 822 |
Campbellsburg | Human settlement in Henry County, Kentucky, United States of America | Henry | 784 |
Calhoun | City in Kentucky, United States | McLean | 723 |
Crofton | City in Kentucky, USA | Christian | 708 |
Corydon | City in Kentucky | Henderson | 685 |
Caneyville | Human settlement in Grayson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Grayson | 603 |
Crestview | Human settlement in Campbell County, Kentucky, United States of America | Campbell | 498 |
Centertown | City in Ohio County, Kentucky, United States | Ohio | 430 |
Campton | County seat in Kentucky | Wolfe | 417 |
Creekside | Human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Jefferson | 321 |
Crossgate | Human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Jefferson | 232 |
Corinth | City in Kentucky | Grant | 228 |
Cambridge | City in Kentucky, United States | Jefferson | 179 |
Columbus | City in Hickman County, Kentucky, United States | Fayette | 150 |
California | City in Kentucky, United States | Campbell | 98 |
Carrsville | City in Kentucky, United States | Livingston | 44 |
Concord | City in Kentucky, United States | Grayson | 31 |