5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
We would not mind coming back to visit Louisville it is a very nice city. Would love to be back when we have more time to look around
Louisville, KY
Travel Guide
Visit Louisville
Where to stay in Louisville
Downtown Louisville
4/5(1,812 area reviews)
Explore "Museum Row" in the West Main District, catch a game at Louisville Slugger Field, or stroll across the pedestrian-only Big Four Bridge. Enjoy diverse attractions, restaurants, and the Louie Link skywalk.
Jeffersontown
Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.
Fairgrounds
While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.
St. Matthews
Major shopping destination with the fifth-largest mall in Kentucky, Mall St. Matthews, and smaller centers along Shelbyville Road. Don't miss the historic St. Matthew's Episcopal Church and Holy Trinity.
Old Louisville
3.5/5(352 area reviews)
Boasting Victorian architecture and the highest concentration of stained glass windows in residential homes, Old Louisville offers a walkable neighborhood with pedestrian-only streets, diverse dining options, and attractions like Central Park and the Conrad-Caldwell House.
Phoenix Hill
While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Stellar Suites
822 E Market St, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Whiskey Row and KFC ...
The Bellwether Hotel
1300 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, premium bedding, and bathrobes. Popular attractions Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern ...
Hancock House
601 East Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center are ...
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Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening at Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and great live music.
Churchill Downs
You can take time to visit Churchill Downs during your travels to Louisville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Louisville Slugger Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Louisville Slugger Museum during your travels in Louisville. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Louisville Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Louisville Zoo home during your trip to Louisville? Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Louisville Mega Cavern
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Louisville Mega Cavern during your travels in Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Whiskey Row
Find out about the history of Louisville when you spend time at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
$15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
$25
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
$16
per adult
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories
$15
per traveler
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit
$22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Louisville
4.2
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
No
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Go to Gralehaus/Holy Grale!
1/5 - Terrible
Verified traveler
I’ll never go back.
5/5 - Excellent
MJ
I’ve always loved coming to this city. Lots to do!
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
The downtown environment has it's good points, but there's no denying the bad elements as well. You definitely should plan accordingly so you & your family or whomever you travel with stay safe while enjoying the sites.
Other places like Louisville
- Kentucky Exposition Center
- KFC Yum Center
- Churchill Downs
- Kentucky International Convention Center
- University of Louisville
- Louisville Slugger Museum
- Louisville Zoo
- Louisville Mega Cavern
- L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium
- Fourth Street Live!
- Whiskey Row
- Kentucky Derby
- Louisville Waterfront Park
- Muhammad Ali Center
- Louisville Palace
- E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park
- Mall St. Matthews
- Kentucky Bourbon Trail Visitor Center
- 21c Museum Hotel
- Freedom Hall
- Kentucky Derby Museum
- Waverly Hills Sanatorium
- The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass
- Belle of Louisville
- Jim Beam American Outpost
- Louisville Slugger Field
- Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
- Lynn Family Stadium
- Iroquois Park
- Nulu Market Place
- Springhurst Towne Center Shopping Center
- Historic Frankfort Avenue