South Louisville
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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
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.
KFC Yum Center
Catch an event at KFC Yum Center during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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 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
Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Top hotels in South Louisville
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
Everyone at the Omni Louisville was FANTASTIC! They decorated our room prior to arrival to help us celebrate our anniversary and make our stay even more memorable!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
I broke my ankle at Ft. Lauderdale on vacation, so I didn't stay. I did cancel my reservation at the hotel. Is there anyway that I can get my money back? I do use your website quite a bit.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Property is in poor overall condition with several cosmetic issues. Too had odor. Hallway flooring is worn and dated.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
The room was very very noisy.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown
Clean room, quiet, great location.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Louisville
University
If you're spending some time in University, L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium and Ulmer 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 Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Ohio River Valley 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 Conrad-Caldwell House Museum.
Shelby Park
Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Landward House 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 Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall.
