The City of Berea is located in central Kentucky’s charming Madison County at the edge of Bluegrass Country in the foothills of the majestic Appalachian Mountains. The mix of scenery creates a unique natural environment that blends well with the unique character of this delightful little community that is home to approximately 10,000 people.

Berea is largely a college town as it is home to highly acclaimed Berea College. Berea College has received many accolades as “The Best Comprehensive College in the South” by the US News and “The Thirteenth Best College For African-American Students” by DayStar Guide. Berea College is renowned for its gorgeous campus that includes a state-of-the-art ecologically sustainable residential and learning complex. The campus occupies much of the community and adds significantly to the city’s stunning aesthetic.

A relaxed way of life typifies what Berea is all about. Here residents and visitors alike can take in the day at a moderate pace to truly enjoy life here. And there is so much to enjoy in Berea. Attractions in Berea include strolling around the manicured and wild landscape of Berea College, taking in the history of the community at Appalachian College, or taking a day trip to nearby Lexington (40 miles south), Louisville (110 miles southeast), or Knoxville, Tennessee (130 miles north).