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Popular places to visit

Kentucky Exposition Center

Kentucky Exposition Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention centre in Louisville. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Kentucky Exposition Center
Churchill Downs showing land animals and horse riding as well as a small group of people

Churchill Downs

Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.

Churchill Downs
Louisville Slugger Museum showing interior views

Louisville Slugger Museum

4/5(1 review)

Baseball is part of the American fabric. See where one important tool for this sport is produced in the factory that makes ball games possible.

Louisville Slugger Museum
Louisville Zoo

Louisville Zoo

A zoo visit promotes respect for animals and their well-being. Share a day with family at this city zoo with its abundance of species and activity areas.

Louisville Zoo
Louisville Waterfront Park

Louisville Waterfront Park

After visiting Louisville Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Louisville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Louisville Waterfront Park
Louisville Mega Cavern which includes caves

Louisville Mega Cavern

An old quarry is now an underground attraction beneath the city. Explore this area that will fascinate all visitors with its uniqueness.

Louisville Mega Cavern

Activities

Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

AU$50
per adult
Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour
Louisville: NuLu District Food and History Tour

Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District

AU$201
per adult
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries

Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries

AU$47
per traveller
Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour

Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour

AU$97
per adult
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour
Louisville: Photoshoot Walking Tour with Pictures

Louisville: Photoshoot Walking Tour with Pictures

AU$86
per adult
Louisville: Photoshoot Walking Tour with Pictures
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour

Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour

AU$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best California Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
3.5 out of 5
830 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$218 per night from 8 June to 9 June
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (554 reviews)
"Everything was just great about the place."

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
140 North Fourth Street, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$243 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,366 reviews)
"Galt staff were willing and able to check us in early. We appreciated their professioalism and service."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2025

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Omni Louisville Hotel
Omni Louisville Hotel
4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$364 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$364
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,463 reviews)
"Amazing property ! Speakeasy, library bar, and attached restaurants are very convenient"

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
Hotel Genevieve
Hotel Genevieve
4 out of 5
730 E Market St, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$227 per night from 17 June to 18 June
AU$227
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (837 reviews)
nice place but needs better remodeling ideas
"it's a very nice place. an old hotel that has been revamped. unf, they missed a few things. the lights are super dim and you have to turn each one one at the lamp ~ no light switches. i had to crawl behind a table to find the switch for the big overhead one. the couch is cool looking but not at all ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Hotel Genevieve
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN
The price is AU$104 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Clarksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall ...
6.8/10 (2,100 reviews)
"The staff friendly and the entertainment is excellent!"

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
The Brown Hotel
The Brown Hotel
4.5 out of 5
335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$328 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$328
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"The architect its so awsome. All kept up like it was just built. 2nd time staying. Will go back."

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around California

Louisville Science Center which includes outdoor art

West Main Historic District

A noteworthy feature of West Main Historic District is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Frazier International History Museum and Louisville Slugger Museum.

West Main Historic District
Conrad Caldwell House showing signage and heritage elements

Old Louisville

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Asia Institute Crane House while in the area.

Old Louisville
Louisville showing street scenes and signage as well as a small group of people

Downtown Louisville

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Downtown Louisville is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.

Downtown Louisville
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Shelby Park

Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Broadway Theatre and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Shelby Park
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Smoketown Jackson

Though Smoketown Jackson may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Louisville Palace and Nulu Market Place.

Smoketown Jackson
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Phoenix Hill

While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field are some notable places to visit nearby.

Phoenix Hill

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