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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Winchester | City in and the county seat of Clark County, Kentucky, United States | Clark | 18,659 |
Wilmore | City in Jessamine County, Kentucky | Jessamine | 6,343 |
Williamsburg | City in Kentucky | Whitley | 5,384 |
Walton | City in Boone and Kenton counties in the U. | Boone | 4,111 |
Williamstown | City in Kentucky | Grant | 3,939 |
West Liberty | City in Morgan County, Kentucky | Morgan | 3,407 |
Wilder | City in Idaho, USA | Campbell | 3,061 |
Windy Hills | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Jefferson | 2,461 |
Whitesburg | City in Letcher County, Kentucky, United States of America | Letcher | 1,813 |
Warsaw | City and county seat of Gallatin County, Kentucky | Gallatin | 1,678 |
Worthington Hills | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Jefferson | 1,555 |
Worthington | City in Kentucky, United States | Greenup | 1,488 |
West Buechel | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Jefferson | 1,273 |
Whitley City | Census-designated place in McCreary County, Kentucky | McCreary | 1,170 |
Watterson Park | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Jefferson | 1,018 |
Wurtland | City in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States of America | Greenup | 1,013 |
Woodlawn Park | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Jefferson | 968 |
White Plains | City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America | Hopkins | 900 |
West Point | City in Kentucky, United States | Hardin | 875 |
Woodland Hills | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, USA | Jefferson | 738 |
Westwood | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States | Boyd | 659 |
Westwood | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States | Jefferson | 651 |
Wickliffe | Human settlement in Ballard County, Kentucky, United States of America | Ballard | 638 |
Wingo | City in Graves County, Kentucky, United States of America | Graves | 621 |
Wellington | City in Kentucky, United States | Jefferson | 573 |
Whitesville | Human settlement in Daviess County, Kentucky, United States of America | Daviess | 552 |
Wheelwright | City | Floyd | 487 |
Wayland | City in Kentucky, United States | Floyd | 373 |
Woodburn | City in Kentucky, USA | Warren | 372 |
Waverly | City in Kentucky, United States | Union | 291 |
Willisburg | Human settlement in Washington County, Kentucky, United States of America | Washington | 282 |
Wildwood | Human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America | Jefferson | 268 |
Woodlawn | Human settlement in Campbell County, Kentucky, United States of America | Campbell | 239 |
Warfield | Human settlement in Martin County, Kentucky, United States of America | Martin | 227 |
Worthville | Human settlement in Carroll County, Kentucky, United States of America | Carroll | 195 |
Wheatcroft | Human settlement in Webster County, Kentucky, United States of America | Webster | 152 |
Woodbury | City in Kentucky | Butler | 88 |