I’m really excited to interview Sandra Wilson, Horse Cave/Hart County Tourism Executive Director, about Horse Cave, Kentucky. Sandra’s tips for the best things to do in Horse Cave are awesome because she grew up nearby and stayed here because it’s rural but not remote. She gets to meet visitors from all over the world while promoting the caves, attractions, and people of Hart County.
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Lee and family at the Mammoth Cave National Park sign.
Horse Cave, Kentucky
We share a lot of resources and local suggestions in today’s podcast, but you should also check out Hart County Tourism, the local visitor’s bureau. They are a wealth of information and can help you plan an itinerary based on your time, budget, and interests. Also, check out my list of the best things to do in Horse Cave and my review of Horse Cave KOA, where we stayed in a Conestoga covered wagon.
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Scarlett with a baby goat at the Dutch Country Safari.
Getting around Horse Cave
Sandra says you can either fly into either Nashville International Airport (BNA) or Louisville International Airport (SDF), both of which are about an hour away from Horse Cave. Use our Expedia tool below to find flight, hotel, and rental car options.
Sandra says that rideshares are not really an option and that renting a car is the best way to get around the area. For the best offers, visit Avis, Budget, or Hertz.
Lee and kids at the entrance to Hidden River Cave. This cave is underneath the downtown area of Horse Cave, Kentucky.
Places we talked about on the podcast
Here is a map of all of the places we talked about on the podcast episode with Sandra Wilson about Horse Cave, Kentucky. You can zoom into the map and click on each dot to explore the city.
- Red dots = best places to eat in Horse Cave, Kentucky
- Green dots = best things to do in Horse Cave, Kentucky
- Yellow dots = best places to stay in Horse Cave, Kentucky
Who is Sandra Wilson?
Sandra T. Wilson is a Kentucky native who lives in the heart of the state’s outdoor tourism area. As Executive Director of Horse Cave/Hart County Tourism, she promotes the attractions, lodging,
restaurants, and shopping in her rural county which is midway between Louisville and Nashville. It’s a dream job for Sandra because she gets to help people have a wonderful adventure in a beautiful, exciting part of the world. Sandra also holds a Master of Public Administration degree from Western Kentucky University.
She worked in the customer service field for more than two decades and is a former Main Street Manager and weekly newspaper editor. Sandra has served her community in many areas including more than two decades as a city council member and mayor of her small town. She has two daughters who live in nearby Bowling Green, and she enjoys reading, movies, and getting updates from her five grandchildren.
Sandra and her family.
Here are a few articles about Horse Cave:
- Year-round fun in Hart County Kentucky
- Horse Cave – Hart County Tickets, Gift Cards, and Season Passes
- Four hiking trails to get you started
You can connect with Sandra on her website and on social media on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
Click here to download our one-page guide of Sandra’s tips for Horse Cave.
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Scarlett feeding kangaroo at Kentucky Down Under.
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Pat Stoy with his wife and daughter in wildflowers near the town center.
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Related episodes
To learn more about Kentucky, check out our other episodes and articles below:
- Horse Racing, Bourbon Distilleries & KFC in Lexington, Kentucky with Audra
- Mammoth Cave National Park, Corvette Museum & Chaney’s Dairy Barn in Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Best Things to Do in Bowling Green with Kids: Caves, Kangaroos & Corvettes
- Foodie Tour of Bowling Green, Kentucky: Tasty Steaks, Cinnamon Rolls & Baked Treats
Ryan Biddulph
I’ve heard much about the Mammoth Cave area. Rural but not remote works for me.