Lebanon: Ham and Bourbon – The Best Combo
Lebanon, the seat of Marion County in Kentucky, is located between the blue Grass Parkway and two major interstates. Lebanon is one of the five official trailheads of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, a program that promotes Kentucky’s whiskey industry. Adding to Lebanon’s spirited vibe is the city’s association with music and the entertainment industry. Rich in history, Catholicism and gastronomic delights, Lebanon never ceases to amaze.
Best Time to Visit
Lebanon offers attractions all year round, but in terms of the weather, the best time for a visit is June to September. Of course, the busier the city is, the higher the prices. To make sure you get the best Lebanon, Kentucky accommodation deals and hotel discounts, make sure to plan your vacation in advance. Not to be missed events include the Marion County Ham Days in September and the annual Limestone Branch Distillery KY Craft Spirits Festival in April.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Take you whiskey-loving friends on a tour of Maker's Mark Distillery and learn about the distillery’s winemaking process and its history. Go on a 16-minute drive with the whole family to Lincoln Homestead State Park in Kentucky and see firsthand the cabin home of Abraham Lincoln’s mother Nancy Hanks. Hampton Inn Lebanon is well known for its homey rooms and its welcoming host that make for a very pleasant stay. You can also stay at The Barrel House Bed & Breakfast, a furnished holiday home with a living room, two bedrooms a kitchen, and a toilet and bath.