Portland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Linda Cronan
Photo by Linda Cronan
Photo by Pat Long
Photo by Pat Long

Popular places to visit

Kentucky Exposition Center

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 lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.

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 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
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

Activities

Louisville Bourbon Tours

Private Louisville Bourbon Tours (Groups of 7-13) Old Fo & More

AU$449
per adult
Private Louisville Bourbon Tours (Groups of 7-13) Old Fo & More
Louisville Bourbon Tours: Pick 3! Old Fo, Jeffersons, & More

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

AU$738
per adult
Private Louisville Bourbon Tour (Groups of 2-6) Old-Fo & More
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$207
per adult
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Bourbon Bottle Hall selfie!

General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum

AU$26
per adult
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City

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

AU$72
per adult
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City
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Our pick of the best Portland Hotel Deals

Omni Louisville Hotel
Omni Louisville Hotel
4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$360 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$360
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,293 reviews)
"Best room I’ve stayed in"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
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$269 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (3,447 reviews)
Valentine weekend
"Our stay was great! Everything was in good condition and very clean! Staff were friendly and very helpful. Ice machine on our floor was not working, other than that we had no issues. Was not a fan of the bedding. The sheets sounded like plastic. Mattress was comfortable but the bedding felt cheap. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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$191 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$191
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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! (312 reviews)
"It was a very clean hotel. Our room was clean and comfortable. No problems."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

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
The price is AU$202 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (990 reviews)
"ultra high security"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN
The price is AU$77 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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 (1,816 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
The Brown Hotel
The Brown Hotel
4.5 out of 5
335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$282 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$282
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We got upgraded and a beverage voucher"

Reviewed on 8 Feb. 2025

The Brown Hotel
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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 Frazier International History Museum and Louisville Slugger Museum.

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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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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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 Landward House and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while in the area.

Old Louisville

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