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Popular places to visit

Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.

Kentucky Derby Museum
Experience the thrill of attending a championship horse-racing event at a museum dedicated to one of the Triple Crown races.

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.

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 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 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.
Things to do

Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories

Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour

General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum

Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit

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

Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in South Louisville

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The room was amazing and clean. It is the perfect place to stay, especially when you go to an event at the Yum center ! Its connected ! The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. And the valet service is perfect! Cant wait to stay there again
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Desk attendant friendly. Room was very clean, however hallways/common areas were not. The ice machine by our room wasn't in working order. No optional upcharged breakfast buffet; they told us we needed to order from the menu because the hotel was only at 16% occupancy. I was also told the pool was ...
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
Excellent friendly staff
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Friendly staff. Great amenities. Easy access from Louisville via 2nd Street bridge. Nice clean rooms with plenty of pillows for maximum comfort. Even though I didn’t use the pool it is a nice size pool with plenty of room to just sit and relax.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Derby City Gaming Hotel and Resort never disappoints. Nicest casino resort rooms in the area. Oliver’s Chop House is the BEST restaurant in Louisville!!! Overall, great stay! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Louisville Fair and Expo
Yes, clean rooms and common areas
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around South Louisville

University
If you're spending some time in University, Speed Art Museum and L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

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

Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ohio River Valley and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while in the area.

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 Ulmer Stadium and Speed Art Museum.

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.

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.
