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Day Trips


If you love the small town life, but long to visit a big city, Owensboro is perfectly positioned. From Owensboro you are only a couple of hours from entertainment and sports venues in nearby cities such as Nashville and Louisville (2 hours), Lexington (2.5 hours), St. Louis and Cincinnati (3 hours), Indianapolis (3.5 hours), as well as Chicago and Atlanta (5 hours).

If outdoor recreation is your thing, Owensboro is a short drive from several major attractions, including large lakes, caves, and national forests.

Driving Distance to Nearby Cities and Attractions

 

Major Cities
Miles from Owensboro

Atlanta, GA

378

Cincinati, OH
209
Chicago, IL
328
Indianapolis, IN
178
Lexington, KY
179
Nashville, TN
134
St. Louis, MO
209

 

Major Attractions
Miles from Owensboro
Holiday World Amusement Park
35
Hoosier National Forest
45
Kentucky Lake State Resort Park
88
Lake Barkley State Resort Park
104
Land Between the Lakes National Wildlife Area
108
Paramount Kings Island Amusement Park, Churchill Downs
227
Rough River Lake State Resort Park
45

 

 

  • 200 East 3rd Street
  • P.O. Box 782
  • Owensboro, Kentucky 42302-0782
  • 270.926.4339