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13 Best and Fun Things To Do In Ashland, Kentucky


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Ashland, situated in Boyd County, Kentucky, is an ideal spot for a family vacation. This city boasts stunning attractions such as the scenic Central Park and other lush green spaces.

The city of Ashland is also home to child-friendly attractions such as the Highlands Museum and Discovery Center, where visitors can take in some history and children can play in the many exhibits.

Ashland also has some great attractions for tourists who enjoy taking in some culture, such as the Paramount Arts Center which hosts regular performances and concerts. And for the more adventurous tourist, there is the Tri-state Escape Breakout Games!

Here is our list of the top attractions and activities in Ashland, Kentucky

The 13 Most Popular Things To Do In Ashland, Kentucky

13. Ceredo Historical Society Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

Location: 601 Main Street Ceredo WV

Tel:  304 453 3025

Web Address:   https://m.facebook.com/ceredomuseum/

12. Ramsdell House

4.8 ★★★★★ (20 reviews)

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Location: 1108 B Street Ceredo WV

Tel:  304 908 9696

Web Address:   http://ramsdellhouse.com/

11. Kenova’s Pumpkin House

4.7 ★★★★★ (381 reviews)

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Location: 748 Beech Street Kenova WV

Web Address:   https://gfsodafountain.com/pumpkinhouse/

10. Malibu Jack’s Ashland

4.7 ★★★★★ (621 reviews)

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Location: 10699 US 60 Suite 102 Ashland KY

Tel:  606 547 4800

Web Address:   https://malibujacks.net/ashland

9. Oakley C. Collins Memorial Bridge

4.6 ★★★★★ (24 reviews)

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Location: Russell KY

8. Ashland Train Depot

4.3 ★★★★☆ (29 reviews)

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Location: 99 15th Street Ashland KY

Tel:  606 385 3287

Web Address:   https://ashlandky.gov/departments/parks___recreation/rental_facilities/index.php

7. Charles and Betty Russell Park Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ (32 reviews)

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Location: 925 999 Ashland Ave Ashland KY

Tel:  606 327 2000

Web Address:   http://ashlandky.gov/

6. Camayo Arcade

4.2 ★★★★☆ (58 reviews)

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Location: 1530 Winchester Ave Ashland KY

5. The Highlands Museum & Discovery Center

4.6 ★★★★★ (144 reviews)

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Location: 1620 Winchester Ave Ashland KY

Tel:  606 329 8888

Web Address:   http://highlandsmuseum.com/

4. Virginia Point Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (176 reviews)

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Location: VA Point Park Kenova WV

Tel:  304 690 5211

Web Address:   https://kenovawv.com/parks

3. Armco Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (238 reviews)

Location: 1119 Armco Park Ashland KY

Tel:  606 928 9551

2. Port of Ashland

4.6 ★★★★★ (240 reviews)

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Location: 50 15th Street Ashland KY

Tel:  606 327 2046

1. Central Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,710 reviews)

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Location: Ashland KY

Tel:  606 385 3295

Web Address:   https://ashlandky.gov/departments/parks___recreation/city_parks.php

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Ashland, Kentucky! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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