The city of Bowling Green was founded in 1798 and became the county seat in 1810. During the Civil War, Confederate troops occupied Bowling Green from 1861 to 1862. General Motors opened their Corvette plant here – making Bowling Green famous for car manufacturing. Community pride runs deep as locals band together on numerous projects and initiatives year after year. Today, Bowling Green is one of the most vibrant cities in Kentucky.
The city still retains much of its charm from days gone by – something that makes it beloved by locals and visitors alike. Take a walk through history by exploring Lost River Cave or the Historic Railpark & Train Museum. Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon promises plenty of fun-filled activities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. For classic Southern comfort food head over to Tupelo Honey Cafe for pancakes and shrimp & grits or the Biscuit Behemoth for a biscuit piled high with eggs, bacon, and sausage gravy. For Mexican fare try Leonore Restaurant’s tacos al pastor or El Mazatlan Bakery’s exquisite Mexican pastries like conchas and churros con chocolate. Every street corner has something special for you to discover; you’ll find yourself wanting more time just to explore everything that this city has to offer.