East Market District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
![Kentucky Exposition Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fccaca8541e6bba6e2d41a708a6390bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening in Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art galleries.
![Churchill Downs showing land animals and horse riding as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/332000/332191-Churchill-Downs.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297317-Louisville-Slugger-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297297-Louisville-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7a5014b6075e13c5abf94b893ec11f7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville Waterfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Louisville Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
![Louisville Mega Cavern which includes caves](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297466-Louisville-Mega-Cavern.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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
![Louisville: NuLu District Food and History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48415447/1315a7ca-8f58-4cb5-aaaf-a15d66b1f555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
![Bourbon Food Tour in Louisville's NuLu District](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47430965/e6e72d34-1b9e-4035-9a48-51681e5ee2de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville: 3-hour Walking Bourbon Food Tour with 10 Paired Bites
![Themed Murder Mystery Food Tour Experience in Louisville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49652827/40eea4cb-2f14-4668-b88f-a6e8d5bab1c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Themed Murder Mystery Food Tour Experience in Louisville
![3-Hour Private Food and Bourbon Walking Tour in Louisville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47435270/bc365270-d98c-4295-a2c5-6b2cc400aacb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
3-Hour Private Food & History Guided Walking Tour in Louisville
![Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47596422/298b8ba7-4b43-4f0d-bf5e-0369bb7a294d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour
![Bourbon Bottle Hall selfie!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48547051/fd134135-94e8-4ce0-bd8b-f3dc79d58cca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Our pick of the best East Market District Hotel Deals
![Hotel Genevieve](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90950000/90942200/90942141/9f861113_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025
![Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19780000/19771000/19770976/ece71886_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 8 Jan. 2025
![Hancock House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42090000/42088700/42088671/95d0a247_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025
![Stellar Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90960000/90953600/90953532/a4c22b87_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024
![Omni Louisville Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21106200/21106192/eaca0ac6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025
![Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/191500/191434/d3ce3686_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around East Market District
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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.
![Louisville showing street scenes and signage as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297251-Louisville-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Louisville
Downtown Louisville is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.
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Butchertown
While visiting Butchertown, you might make a stop by sights like Lynn Family Stadium and Louisville Waterfront 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.
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Highlands
While there might not be top attractions in Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Headliners Music Hall and Nulu Market Place.
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Germantown
Though Germantown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field.