From pampering spa days to family-fun activities, the French Lick West Baden area offers Louisvillians many different ways to vacation. Just an hour from Louisville, there’s no reason not to try it all. Here’s what we’re adding to our itinerary:
- Luxe weekend away at French Lick Resort | With two national award-winning historic hotels, a casino, two healing mineral spas + three exciting golf courses, you’re in for a jam-packed weekend at the resort.
- Animal adventures | Visitors have a chance to feed Bert the giraffe, along with meeting other ranch animals like kangaroos, iguanas, and more.
- Get out on the water | Explore Patoka Lake, the second-largest reservoir in Southern Indiana, or book a canoe or kayak adventure along the Blue River with Cave Country Canoes.
- Experience Strassenfest | Hop on a train from French Lick to Jasper, which hosts Strassenfest, a traditional German festival. This family-oriented, four-day festival happens in early August. Visitors are invited to enjoy food, dancing, singing, and more.
