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Frankfort, Kentucky

Grave of Daniel Boone

This grave marks the final resting place of a legendary frontiersman... unless it doesn't.

Frankfort, Kentucky

Kentucky Floral Clock

This huge clock made of flowers and simple machinery was once used a political weapon.

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Castle Post

This modern castle sat empty for decades before a fire inspired its builders to complete its luxury halls.

15 miles from Frankfort

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Bondurant's Pharmacy

A pharmacy built in the shape of a mortar and pestle.

20 miles from Frankfort

Lexington, Kentucky

Dixie Cup Water Tower

Unique tower has outlasted a takeover of the company.

20 miles from Frankfort

Lexington, Kentucky

Jim Varney’s Grave

This tombstone marks the final resting place of the beloved 1990's character, Ernest P. Worrell.

21 miles from Frankfort

Lexington, Kentucky

The Monroe Moosnick Medical and Science Museum

Outstanding collection of 19th century medical instruments includes a life-size figure cast from as many as 200 cadavers.

23 miles from Frankfort

Unique
Food & Drink
in Frankfort

Cream Pull Candy

Kentucky's melt-in-your-mouth treats date back to the 1800s.

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