Red Rose Inn

Dating to 1780, Bardstown is Kentucky's second oldest city. Since that time when log, brick and stone homes rose from the wilds of western Virginia, Bardstown has welcomed travelers from around the world. For 225 years our southern hospitality, fine restaurants in historic surroundings and accommodations have made you feel right at home.

We're strong in spirit -- that's religious spirit and a little spirit we call bourbon. Our eclectic shops and cultural and historical heritage blend beautifully with that spirit. We're home to My Old Kentucky Home and Stephen Foster - The Musical, vintage trains and museums dedicated to the Civil War, railroads and bourbon.

Our more than 30 annual events draw people from around the globe to sample the spirits, sounds and flavors that are quintessentially Bardstown. In fact, Kentucky's Bourbon Trail, of which Bardstown is the heart, was featured in 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, the New York Times best-seller by Patricia Schultz.

There are many ways to experience the beauty of Bardstown. Combine fine dining with a view of the countryside on the Dinner Train, enjoy an intimate carriage ride through the Historic Downtown or get a more in-depth tour on the trolley. Come let us welcome you home.

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