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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 acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

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

Louisville Slugger Museum
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 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 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 lively festivals.

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.
Activities

Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries

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

Louisville: Photoshoot Walking Tour with Pictures

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

General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairgrounds

University
If you're spending some time in University, Speed Art Museum and L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

South Louisville
If you're spending some time in South Louisville, Kentucky Derby Museum and Churchill Downs are top sights worth seeing.

Schnitzelburg
While Schnitzelburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ulmer Stadium and Speed Art Museum.

Poplar Level
If you're spending some time in Poplar Level, Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern are top sights worth seeing.

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

Shelby Park
Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Asia Institute Crane House and Broadway Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.