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Popular places to visit

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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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries.

Kentucky Exposition Center
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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Private Louisville Bourbon Tour (Groups of 2-6) Old-Fo & More

AU$690
Per adult
Private Louisville Bourbon Tour (Groups of 2-6) Old-Fo & More
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Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

AU$45
Per adult
Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour
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Bardstown: Lux Row Distillers Production Tour with Tasting

AU$27
Per adult
Bardstown: Lux Row Distillers Production Tour with Tasting
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Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

AU$30
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
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Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City

AU$54
Per adult
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City
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Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby

AU$41
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
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Our pick of the best Portland Hotel Deals

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN
The price is AU$112 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$112
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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 (1,523 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 17 Sep. 2024

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
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$284 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
AU$284
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
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! (3,349 reviews)
"The property was so nice and it is such a beautiful place. I did not like how low the clearance was on the parking garage."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 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$400 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$400
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,128 reviews)
"Comfortable bedding and great shower."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 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
Fully refundable
The price is AU$192 per night from 30 Sep to 1 Oct
AU$192
per night
30 Sep - 1 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great room, close to everything at the Expo!"

Reviewed on 21 Sep. 2024

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr, an IHG Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$188 per night from 30 Sep to 1 Oct
AU$188
per night
30 Sep - 1 Oct
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! (676 reviews)
Great and clean hotel
"Hotel was great . Very comfortable and clean . Only negative I have is the casino did not offer popular slot machines . No lightning machines ???"

Reviewed on 20 Sep. 2024

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Hotel Genevieve
Hotel Genevieve
4 out of 5
730 E Market St, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$234 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$234
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly attentive and thoughtful. My only objection to the place is the room was VERY dimly lit."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2024

Hotel Genevieve
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Other neighbourhoods around Portland

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 Louisville Slugger Museum and Louisville Science Center.

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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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.

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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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