West Main Historic District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Louisville Science Center featuring outdoor art
Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts which includes modern architecture
Louisville Science Center which includes signage
Belle of Louisville showing a bay or harbour and a ferry
Louisville Slugger Museum featuring outdoor art

Popular places to visit

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
Whiskey Row

Whiskey Row

Learn about the local history of Louisville with a stop at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Whiskey Row
Muhammad Ali Center which includes modern architecture and night scenes

Muhammad Ali Center

5/5(1 review)

One of the world’s greatest boxers continues providing inspiration beyond the world of sport. Understand this superstar by visiting this center honoring him.

Muhammad Ali Center
Belle of Louisville which includes a bay or harbour and a ferry as well as a small group of people

Belle of Louisville

For a nostalgic trip, cruise down a mighty river on this authentic steamboat that has carried tourists, tradesmen and cattle for over a century.

Belle of Louisville
Frazier International History Museum which includes interior views

Frazier International History Museum

Get to know Louisville with a visit to this esteemed museum. It’s a great spot for social interaction as well.

Frazier International History Museum
Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

Enjoy a pleasant night at the opera or attend a concert, live dance or stage production at this glass-fronted venue in downtown Louisville.

Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

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
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
Bourbon Bottle Hall selfie!

General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum

AU$25
per adult
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: Photoshoot Walking Tour with Pictures

Louisville: Photoshoot Walking Tour with Pictures

AU$86
per adult
Louisville: Photoshoot Walking Tour with Pictures
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories

Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories

AU$23
per traveller
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories
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Our pick of the best West Main Historic District 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$239 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$239
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (3,382 reviews)
"This was my first time at Galt House, and I wasn’t disappointed. The staff, location was amazing!!!!"

Reviewed on 10 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$359 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$359
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,479 reviews)
"I wanted to stay here initally for the outdoor pool and bar and am disappointed that the bar was closed. We also had trouble with our hotel room door locking us out and needed to walk to the front desk for help. They were friendly but I recommend the hotel upgrade to using a key app because we also ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown, KY
Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown, KY
3 out of 5
635 W Market St, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$213 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$213
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Spacious room. Walkable to all areas downtown. Good breakfast"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown, KY
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
2.5 out of 5
800 W Market St, Louisville, KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$155
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,461 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to everything"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
4 out of 5
501 South Fourth Street, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$228 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$228
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row
Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row
3 out of 5
120 SOUTH FLOYD ST, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$152 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$152
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, room was very spacious, and the location was great! The mattress was too firm for me, but if you like a firm mattress, it will be perfect! The hotel seems like a newer build, so it was very nice looking in the lobby and Other common areas. The room had a mini fridge and microwave ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row
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Other neighbourhoods around West Main Historic District

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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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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East Market District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Market District and surrounding area, you can visit Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field.

East Market District
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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
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
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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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