Paducah

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Paducah
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Discover why this energetic riverside city has a worldwide reputation for arts and crafts, which are inspired by a rich American heritage and beautiful waterways.

Paducah is an internationally recognised creative hub with a thriving arts district and historically rich landmarks. Located at the heart of America’s breathtaking inland waterways at the confluence of the Tennessee and Ohio rivers, Paducah has witnessed national history since its early 19th-century foundation. Its captivating stories are chronicled in magnificent architecture and heritage sites.

Check out Paducah’sHistoric Downtownto wander through streets lined by elegant 19th-century buildings and monumental landmarks. The city’s fascinating timeline can be followed in its museums, interactive exhibits and murals. From the riverside region’s earliest inhabitants to the city’s settlement by William Clark of the Lewis and Clark expedition, theRiver Discovery Centreprovides an insight into Paducah’s long history.

Visit theMarket House Museumand admire its 1905 façade. Learn the city’s role in the Civil War at theLloyd Tilghman House & Civil War Museum. Civil rights history comes to life at theHotel Metropolitan, which celebrates the lives of its famous African-American guests during the segregation era.

Find out how Paducah earned the title of UNESCO Creative City when you explore its revitalizedLower Town Arts District. One of two U.S cities of Crafts and Folk Art in the internationally recognised network, Paducah is a cultural centre with boundless exhibitions, workshops and performances. Visit theNational Quilt Museumto experience this charming local tradition and head to one of the city’s art centres and galleries to check out contemporary cultural offerings. You might catch a performance by the Paducah Symphony Orchestra or see a show at theMarket House Theatre.

Experience some of the city’s natural surroundings by exploring thePaducah Riverfront and hiking and boating destinations at nearby lakes and wildlife reserves.

Paducah is located halfway between Nashville and St. Louis in southwestern Kentucky. Fly to Paducah's Barkley Regional Airport, which has daily non-stop flights to and from Chicago O'Hare, or fly to Nashville International Airport and drive 2 hours to reach Paducah. The city’s riverfront downtown can easily be explored on foot. Alternatively, catch the trolleybus between April and September. Visit at any time of the year or plan to be in the city for the AQS QuiltWeek events in April.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paducah

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paducah

3 out of 5
3960 Coleman Crossing Cir, Paducah, KY
The price is €102 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€102
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Paducah. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Love it it was nice and comfortable clean spacious nice room nice bed"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paducah
Drury Inn Paducah

Drury Inn Paducah

3 out of 5
3975 Hinkleville Rd, Paducah, KY
The price is €97 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
€97
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Paducah. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Easy parking restaurant within walking distance"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Drury Inn Paducah
Drury Inn & Suites Paducah

Drury Inn & Suites Paducah

3 out of 5
2930 James Sanders Blvd, Paducah, KY
The price is €95 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€95
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Paducah. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Probably won’t stay at this one again
"Room smelled of smoke and the AC didn’t cool the bedroom area. It ran all night and only brought the temp down from 75 to 73"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Drury Inn & Suites Paducah
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy Private Historic House | 2 King Suites!

Cozy Private Historic House | 2 King Suites!

Paducah
Stay at this apartment in Paducah. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Alben W. Barkley Museum and St. Francis de Sales Catholic ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay. That may have been the most comfortable mattress I've slept on, and it was so much nicer than staying in a hotel."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Cozy Private Historic House | 2 King Suites!
Cozy Hideaway with King Bed, Pond & Firepit

Cozy Hideaway with King Bed, Pond & Firepit

Paducah
Stay at this cabin in Paducah. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Historic Apple Valley Roadside Attraction ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"Very nice. Enjoyed it."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Cozy Hideaway with King Bed, Pond & Firepit
Penthouse Apartment 4-Story Walk up

Penthouse Apartment 4-Story Walk up

3.5 out of 5
Paducah
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Paducah. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"The property was perfect for our family, accommodating to a wide age range. The two living room spaces allowed the kids and adults to spread without having to be in bedrooms. The check-in was smooth and kitchen was well set up. Plenty of free parking close to the building and so many cute restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Penthouse Apartment 4-Story Walk up
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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