West Main Historic District
Louisville
Visit West Main Historic District
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Muhammad Ali Center
One of the world’s greatest boxers continues providing inspiration beyond the world of sport. Understand this superstar by visiting this center honoring him.
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.
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.
Louisville Science Center
Science is all around us, inescapable. Understand important elements of our world with a visit to this science center for all ages.
Things to do
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories
Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Top hotels in West Main Historic District
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Friendly staff, excellent location walkable to a variety of food and drink establishments. River views and walkway. Many distileries in the neighborhood. Nice breakfast options including a buffet, for a reasonable price. Tons of space in the king suite. We will be back.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Omni Louisville Hotel
Beautiful hotel! So large with so many amenities. Restaurant with really good food, coffee shop, pastries shop, breakfast and lunch sandwich shop and a convenient grocery store. Room was very clean and comfortable and service staff were so friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Room was spacious, early check in, and great happy hour and breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Clean and comfortable room, solid breakfast, perfect location for exploring downtown Louisville
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row
Breakfast not included with room which was a disappointment. Room comfy but could have been cleaner and coffee supplies were not well stocked. Hot chocolate would have been a great option to have.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG
Clean Room, Great Staff and over all a great place to stay. They did not have breakfast 2 of the 4 days I was there due to staff shortage but that happens. Door Dash fixed that problem!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Main Historic District
Downtown Louisville
Downtown Louisville is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.
Phoenix Hill
While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Thomas Edison House.
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.
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.
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.
