The Baker Arboretum and Downing Museum Tours

Nurture your love of nature and learn the scientific names of trees and shrubs at The Baker Arboretum and Downing Museum. Here, different varieties of woody plants are cultivated for display and research purposes.

The Baker Arboretum and Downing Museum is a worthwhile place to start out your day in Bowling Green. This botanical collection comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Allow some time for other sights like Western Kentucky University, Lost River Cave, and Bowling Green Ballpark to really enjoy what's on offer in the area.

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Popular places to visit

On a road trip with my daughter we made a side trip to the square in Bowling Green. I really liked this statue mainly due to the fact I was there with her and she has a true love for reading. Fountain Square Park is well done and a beautiful quick side trip.

Fountain Square Park

Fountain Square Park is just one of the places to see in Bowling Green, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the bowling alleys.

Fountain Square Park

Russell Sims Aquatic Center

Bring the kids to Russell Sims Aquatic Center and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Bowling Green. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the bowling alleys.

Russell Sims Aquatic Center

Lampkin Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Lampkin Park and enjoy the bowling alleys in Bowling Green. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lampkin Park

Regal Bowling Green

You can take time to visit Regal Bowling Green during your travels to Bowling Green. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Regal Bowling Green

Hobson Grove Park

After visiting Hobson Grove Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bowling Green. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Hobson Grove Park

Houchens Industries - LT Smith Stadium

Catch an event at Houchens Industries - LT Smith Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Bowling Green such as bowling. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Houchens Industries - LT Smith Stadium

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

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Staybridge Suites Bowling Green by IHG

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bowling Green

3 out of 5
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Drury Inn & Suites Bowling Green

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Cardinal Motel

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Courtyard Bowling Green Convention Center

Courtyard Bowling Green Convention Center

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