Melissa’s guidebook
Food scene
This rib and brewhouse has amazing ribs and the baked beans are to die for.
Smokin' J's Rib and Brewhouse
10699 U.S. 60This rib and brewhouse has amazing ribs and the baked beans are to die for.
Uniquely decorated and best hands down italian restaurant in the area. Amazing all the way around
Sal’s Italian Eatery and Speakeasy
1624 Carter AvenueUniquely decorated and best hands down italian restaurant in the area. Amazing all the way around
High quality steak and seafood restaurant in a casual atmosphere. Amazing food and drinks
The Winchester
1441 Winchester AveHigh quality steak and seafood restaurant in a casual atmosphere. Amazing food and drinks
The Mill AKY
1537b Winchester AvenueGreat lunch location. Friendly staff, great atmosphere and great food
Great place for amazing coffee to start your day, friendly staff and some sweet treats
Pour House Coffee
280 Russell RdGreat place for amazing coffee to start your day, friendly staff and some sweet treats
The Coffee Bar
1525 Winchester AvenueNice coffee shop with frozen custard in the back. Good place to hang
Sightseeing
Beautiful park, great for walking, its beautiful foliage and a great play area for kids and for picnics
9 locals recommend
Central Park
615 22nd StreetBeautiful park, great for walking, its beautiful foliage and a great play area for kids and for picnics
The Highlands Museum & Discovery Center
1620 Winchester AveBeautiful Museum and learning facility.
Paramount Arts Center
1300 Winchester AveIconic theater in downtown Ashland.
Tri-State Escape Breakout Games
1327 Winchester AvenueFun activity for all family members
INDOOR THEME PARK . Go Carts, Laser Tag, Miniature golf, arcade games food and more!
Malibu Jack's Ashland
10699 U.S. 60INDOOR THEME PARK . Go Carts, Laser Tag, Miniature golf, arcade games food and more!
Named in honor of Jesse Hilton Stuart it has a 225 acre lake, camp sites, a pool and beautiful scenery. Hiking trails
10 locals recommend
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park
965 Lodge RdNamed in honor of Jesse Hilton Stuart it has a 225 acre lake, camp sites, a pool and beautiful scenery. Hiking trails
Charles and Betty Russell Park Trailhead
925-999 Ashland AveHiking trail
1512 acres near Grayson, Ky with boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, golfing and hiking
6 locals recommend
Grayson Lake State Park
314 Grayson Lake State Park Rd1512 acres near Grayson, Ky with boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, golfing and hiking
Yatesville Lake State Park
2667 Pleasant Ridge RdClose to the town of Louisa, Ky.. boating, swimming, hiking etc..
Home to more than 20 twisting caverns..Beautiful state park
21 locals recommend
Carter Caves State Resort Park
344 Caveland DrHome to more than 20 twisting caverns..Beautiful state park
Armco Park
1119 Armco Park DrGreat for walking and picnics
Paintsville Lake Marina
1581 Kentucky Rte 2275acres of boating, camping and hiking
Rush Off-Road
100 Four Mile Rd7000 acre tract of land with more than 100 miles of trails
City/town information
This is the home of Marshall University. It is about a 25 min drive from Ashland with lots of things to offer, fine dining, shopping, golf courses and parks and trails
Huntington
This is the home of Marshall University. It is about a 25 min drive from Ashland with lots of things to offer, fine dining, shopping, golf courses and parks and trails
Our great city of Russell has just went thru a beautification and restoration phase. they have a fantastic spa, a brewery, unique shops and eateries to offer. Visit Russell while you are in town.
Russell
Our great city of Russell has just went thru a beautification and restoration phase. they have a fantastic spa, a brewery, unique shops and eateries to offer. Visit Russell while you are in town.
Shopping
Bella Boutique
1536 Winchester AvenueLadies boutique
Franklin & Doodles
310 Ferry StreetFantastic shop for unique items
A Boutique
1616 Carter AveLadies Boutique
Ashland Town Center
500 Winchester AveShopping mall
Holly B's Jewery & Gifts
212 16th StGift Shop
Pretty & Poised
1601 Winchester AvenueClothing
City advice
Don't miss
Farmers Market every Thursday at Kings Daughters Medical Ctr
This runs only thru Sept on the corner of 24th Street and Bath Ave. Thursdays's from 2pm til 5 pm
Getting around
We do have a bus system
If you are flying and have no vehicle we do have a local bus system