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Popular places to visit

Kentucky Exposition Center

Kentucky Exposition Center

Learn about the events happening in Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.

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 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
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

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 Waterfront Park

Activities

Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

AU$31
Per adult
Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour
Bardstown: Lux Row Distillers Production Tour with Tasting

Bardstown: Lux Row Distillers Production Tour with Tasting

AU$28
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bardstown: Lux Row Distillers Production Tour with Tasting
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City

Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City

AU$69
Per adult
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City
Full Day Bourbon Experience

Full Day Bourbon Experience

AU$387
Per adult
Full Day Bourbon Experience
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

AU$31
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries

Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries

AU$46
Per adult
Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries
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Our pick of the best University Hotel Deals

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$219 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,376 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel! Loved all the restaurant and bar options onsite and that Starbucks was so convenient! Room and view was beautiful and overlooked the river!"

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

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$275 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (1,177 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a very walkable part of the city. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Omni Louisville Hotel
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
830 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$156 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$156
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (201 reviews)
"Great time at"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr, an IHG Hotel
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN
The price is AU$84 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$84
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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 (1,708 reviews)
"It is very quiet and the service was excellent..the room was nice and clean."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
4 out of 5
4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$198 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (757 reviews)
"The rooms are immaculately clean, quiet and comfortable. The added bonus is the casino below. I love the rooms overlook an exercising track were in the morning you can look out and see riders exercising their horses. I also like the fact they have a roving security officer at night and the parking ..."

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Hyatt Regency Louisville
Hyatt Regency Louisville
4 out of 5
320 West Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$235 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$235
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable. Kinda didn't like the drawers set up being only by the door, but wasn't terrible. The before bed lights are pretty cool."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Regency Louisville
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Other neighbourhoods around University

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.

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Fairgrounds

While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

Fairgrounds
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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 Freedom Hall and Cardinal Stadium.

Schnitzelburg
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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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Germantown

Though Germantown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Headliners Music Hall and Nulu Market Place.

Germantown
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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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