Top 5 Things to do in Florence

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People who have traveled on the I-75 highway know Florence in Kentucky State as the “Y’all City”. The reason for this is that a water tank has the words “FLORENCE Y’ALL” painted on it which can be seen from the highway. There are a number of attractions and recreation facilities in this city.

1. Pay a visit to North Kentucky’s only arboretum: It is spread over 121 acres with more than 2,700 trees and shrubs. The Boone County Arboretum at Central Park is the place to go for a walk. One will get to see a large number of plant varieties here.

2. Go skating at Ollie’s Skate Park: This is an ideal place for skating, rollerblading and biking. This huge indoors park has more than 60,000 sq. ft of skateboarding facilities and is a haven for skaters.

3. Experience thoroughbred races: For those who are inclined to horse racing, the Turf Way Park is the place to visit and watch thoroughbreds as they race around. There is always an air of excitement and entertainment at a horse race.

4. Wildwood Inn Tropical Dome and Theme Suites: This is a hotel that is different from any other hotel. There are aborigine huts, pirate ships, the Aztec jungle, and the Kentucky cave. The theme is different in each set of rooms and reflects the fantasy of the people who stay there.

5. Play golf in Florence: There are a number of golf courses where one can go for a game of golf and get respite from work.