Historic Owensboro will entice you
Come and experience Owensboro and its history, architecture and entertainment. This city's riverfront, sporting events and opera houses draw many visitors. With a vacation rental, you get a home away from home. Many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Sightseeing in and around Owensboro
Are you hoping to find attractions to see while you're in town? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Owensboro a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area (22.5 mi / 36.2 km)
- Ellis Park Race Course (25.6 mi / 41.2 km)
- Beautiful You (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Blue Angel Gifts & More (18.4 mi / 29.6 km)
- Young's Creek (22.4 mi / 36.1 km)
- Gattitown Evansville Indiana Pizza & Family Entertainment Center (25.1 mi / 40.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Owensboro
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Owensboro is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Smothers Park (0.1 mi / 0.2 km)
- Yellow Creek Park (4.7 mi / 7.5 km)
- Panther Creek Park (6.8 mi / 11 km)
- Riverfront Park (12.2 mi / 19.6 km)
- Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area (22.5 mi / 36.2 km)
- Western Kentucky Botanical Garden (1.9 mi / 3.1 km)
How to get to and around Owensboro
Fly into Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional), the closest airport, located 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Evansville, IN (EVV-Evansville Regional), which is 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away.