Inn By The Lake, Gilbertsville, Kentucky Attractions : Kentucky Lake's 160,000 acres of water and 2,380 miles of shoreline provide a variety of water and outdoor recreation opportunities sufficient to satisfy the whole family.

For the angler, there's crappie, catfish, bluegill, sauger and largemouth, smallmouth and white bass. Water-skiing competitions, drag boat races, and plenty of water-related activities fill the calendar for the thrill-seeker. If relaxation is more your style, sample a sunset view of Kentucky Lake.

Area Attractions
Regional Area
Shopping
Lake Area Antiques
Movies
Outdoor Rentals
Restaurant
 
  Area Attractions :
   
Barkley Dam & Visitor's Center : 270-362-4236
Calvert Drive-In : 111 Drive In Lane • Calvert City, KY : 270-395-4660
Forgotten Past : 3390 US Hwy 68 E, Benton, KY : 270- 527-9244
  Go-carts, 18 hole miniature golf, bumper cars, museum, arcade and gifts. Open daily at 1PM, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Weekends in May and September. Located on US 68, 3 miles east of Draffenville.
Hardin Southern Railroad : St. Rt. 80 • Hardin, KY: 270-437-4555
Henry's Golf Range : 6215 US Hwy 641 N • Gilbertsville, KY : 270-362-8170
Kentucky Dam & Visitor's Center : US Hwy 62 • Gilbertsville,
  KY : 270-362-4221
Kentucky Dam State Park Activities : Public Beach • Paddle Boat Rentals •
  Tennis Court • Riding Stables • Picnic Area
Kentucky Lake Motor Speedway : 957 Truck Plaza Lane • Calvert City,
  KY: 270-395-3600
Kentucky Opry Music Show : 88 Chilton Rd, Benton, KY 42025:
 
A good, clean wholesome family show. The Kentucky Opry will entertain you with Gospel, Country, 50's and some great impersonations of your favorite Grand Ole Opry stars.
Maggie’s Jungle Golf : 7301 US Hwy 641 N, Gilbertsville, KY: 270-362-8933
 
Putt-putt at its best. Enjoy shuffleboard, live animals, petting zoo, nature trail and picnic area or take a ride in the Safari Car.
Land Between The Lakes :
 
With over 300 miles of undeveloped shoreline and 170,000 acres of rolling forest, LBL national recreational area is a must see for outdoor enthusiasts.(Aurora- Approx. 30 min.) 1-800-LBL-7077
• Attractions :
The Homeplace, a living history farm; Woodlands Nature Station environmental education center; Elk & Bison Prairie habitat restoration; Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory. Other attractions include the Great Western Iron Furnace, and the Golden Pond Visitor Center.
• Trails :
With more than 200 miles of trails, LBL  is a draw for recreationalists of all types. If you like to hike, horseback ride, mountain bike, or ride an ATV, LBL has a trail for you.
• Hunting :
LBL offers thousands of acres teeming with game & more than 230 days a year of in-season hunting. The deer and turkey populations are legendary, and other forest game species are abundant.
Patti’s Settlement : JH O'Bryan Ave • Grand Rivers, KY: 270-362-8844
The Wishing Well : 270-474-8309
 
   
  Regional Area Attractions
 
Take I-24 East To:
I-24 West To:
Paducah - 20 minutes
Princeton - 30 minutes
Metropolis - 40 minutes
Eddyville - 20 minutes
   
Adsmore :
 
Princeton: Built in 1857, visitors will step back in time to the turn-of-the- century, and relive the legacy and lifestyle of a prominent western Kentucky family. Decorations change during the year. 304 N. Jefferson, Princeton
(270) 365-3114 (Approx. 45 min)
Bluegrass Downs :
 
Paducah: Featuring year-round simulcasting of live horse racing from KY tracks and other major tracks throughout the US.  Live harness racing is featured in August & September. 32nd & Park Ave
Carriage Rides :
 
Paducah: Tour historic downtown from a horsedrawn carriage. 2nd & Broadway 210-6095
Floodwall Murals :
 
Paducah: Renowned artist Robert Dafford of Louisiana, captures Paducah’s rich history in murals on the river city’s floodwall. Between Broadway & Jefferson at the Riverfront
Harrah’s Casino :
 
Metropolis, IL: A 1,400-passenger riverboat featuring Las Vegas-style dockside gaming with unlimited stakes. 109 W. 5th St • Metropolis, IL 1-800-929-5905(Approx. 40 min.)
Four Rivers Center :
 
Paducah: The Center opened in February 2004, as a regional, multiple-use facility with space for public and private events of all types. The staging and acoustics of the 1,806-seat Main Hall have been designed for a wide variety of entertainment, cultural and educational programs. The River Room, Ingram Founder ’s Room, Paxton Family Lobby and Riverview Terrace will serve the community in more intimate settings.. 100 Kentucky Ave. 270-443-9932
MAQS Quilt Museum :
 
Paducah: This 30,000 square ft. quilt museum houses three galleries where 150 quilts are displayed. Stained glass windows, book shop and museum shop are also part of America ’s largest Quilt Museum. 215 Jefferson. (270)-442-8856
Market House Museum :
 
Paducah: Visitors get a glimpse of Paducah’s colorful past. Items include civil war artifacts, antique furniture, rare musical instruments, glassware, pump organs, quilts and tools. 121 S. 2nd St, Market House Square. (270)-443-7759
Superman Museum :
 
Metropolis, IL: Awarded #1 Small Town Attraction In America and proudly featured on A&E Biography, 20/20 news, E.T., & ABC News, the museum is super fun for the whole family. (517 Market St., Metropolis, IL. 618-524-5518
Venture River Water Park :
 
Eddyville: Hurricane Bay wave pool, 5 body slides, 2 tube slides, Cyclone, Old Man River, 2 kiddie pools, concessions and more. Located on Hwy 62 in Eddyville, KY. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day. 280 Park Place, Eddyville, KY 42038.
270-388-7999
Whitehaven :
 
Paducah: This majestic local landmark now serves as the Kentucky Welcome Center. The house is furnished with beautiful antiques and includes a Barkley Room displaying the Vice-President ’s furniture. Tours are free. I-24 Exit 7 (270) 554-2077
 
   
  Shopping
Gateway Shop-O-Rama
 
112 US Hwy 68 E
Draffenville, KY_42025-0737
  Phone : 270-527-8361
Kentucky Lake Outdoor World
 
42 Main St, Benton, KY_42025
  Phone : 270-527-65800
Tradewater Bait Co & Fisherman's Friend
 
1000 US 62
Grand Rivers, KY_42045
  Phone : 270-362-4323
Kentucky Oaks Mall
 
Paducah: I-24 at Exit # 4. Western Kentucky's largest mall - five major department stores, over 100 speciality shops and restaurants.
Traders Mall Flea Market
 
Paducah: 6900 Benton Rd. I-24 at Exit 16. Kentucky's largest indoor Flea Market.Open Sat. & Sun. 9 am - 6 pm
Phone : 270-898-3144
 
   
  Lake Area Antiques
Antiques Et Cetra :
  1026 Main St, Benton, KY - Phone : 270-527-7922
Benton Antiques & Collectibles :
  1103 W 13th St, Benton, KY - Phone : 270-527-5424
Brenda's Antiques :
 
7776 US Hwy 68 W Benton, KY - Phone : 270-898-6536
Floy's Antiques :
 
4397 US Hwy 68 W Benton, KY - Phone : 270-527-8287
Granny's Attic Antiques :
  KY 58, Benton, KY - Phone :270-527-9367
Hitching Post :
 
16474 US Hwy 68 E, Aurora, KY - Phone : 270-474-2266
Lazy Ridge Country Store :
 
17 Cascade Hills Ln Benton, KY_42025 Phone : 270-527-0427
Martha's Strawberry Fields Antiques :
 
6383 US Hwy 641 N Gilbertsville, KY Phone : 270-362-2335
Martin's Country Store :
 
287 Cascade Hills Ln Benton, KY Phone : 270-527-2245
Odds & Ends :
  95 N Main St, Benton, KY Phone : 270-527-2487
The Strawberry Patch :
  US 68 Hwy W, Benton, KY Phone : 270-527-8186
Treasured Memories :
  1207 Main St, Benton, KY Phone : 270-527-0039
Twin Lakes Antique Mall :
 
6953 US Hwy 641 N Gilbertsville, KY Phone : 270-362-2218
 
   
  Movies
Calvert Drive In :
 
(10 minutes)
111 Drive In Ln
Calvert City, KY_4202
   
Kentucky Oaks 10 Theaters :
 
(30 minutes)
Paducah: 5161 Hinkleville Road Phone : 270-444-0142
   
  Outdoor Rentals
Fishing Boats, Pontoons, Ski boats, Houseboats :
  Kentucky Dam Marina Phone : 270-362-8386
Mountain Bikes, Bicycles, Canoes, Camping Equipment :
  Land Between The Lakes Phone : 270-924-2000
 
   
  Restaurant
 
Dine In your room or Dine Out in our restaurant, either way is sure to please.
   
 
We offer a wide variety of menu items including:
Catfish, Shrimp, Charcoal Grilled Rib Eye Steak, Grilled Pork Chops, Specialty Sandwiches, Homemade Chips, Homemade Desserts & MORE!
   
 
Enjoy our delicious appetizers:
Cheese Sticks
Fried Mushrooms
Hot Wings
Shrimp Cocktail
French Fries
Cheese Fries
Chili Cheese Fries
Onion Rings
   
  Family style dining
  Breakfast, lunch & dinner
  Seating for 132
  Children’s Menu
 
 
Hotel Policy
 
Children under 18 are FREE .
   
 
Pets Welcome
  10$ Pet Fee.
   
 
Room Discounts Available For :
  Corporate , Government , AAA
  Sr. Citizens , Group & Tour Rates
  Available.
   
 
Major Credit Cards Accepted :
  VISA, MasterCard, American,
  Express, Discover.
   
  Happy Hours
  4 pm - 6 pm - Monday - Friday
  8 pm - 11 pm - Weekends  Live
  music and dancing with a
  Different Group.
   
  NEW... High Speed Internet Now Available
   
  Join Us For
  Food, Fun & Spirits Restaurant on premises.
   
  Location
 
Located 3/4 mile from Interstate 24 (Exit 27) and 1/2 mile from Kentucky Lake.
   
 
 

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