East Market District
Louisville
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Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening at Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and great live music.
Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.
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.
Whiskey Row
Find out about the history of Louisville when you spend time at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Louisville: Copper & Kings Distillery Tour and Tasting
Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
Top hotels in East Market District
Hotel Genevieve part of JdV by Hyatt
Excellent stay. The hotel itself was very quiet and super clean. Loved the bed and pillows! I would have loved another blanket in the room as it’s just a sheet and very thin blanket but I’m sure I could have asked for one. Parking was a challenge unless you pay for valet which is $45. We ended up ...
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu
Perfect
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
AC Hotel Louisville Downtown
Everything was amazing, staff was wonderful
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Hancock House
The apartment was so elegant with an antique vibe. It had high ceilings and lots of tall windows with drapes and blackout blinds. Modern stainless steel kitchen appliances. I really liked that it had an icemaker and lamps in every room. Besides the stairs you couldn’t hear the neighbors.The host ...
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Stellar Suites
Very clean and modern suite. Had everything we needed. Easy check in/check out process. Great stay. We'll be back. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
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 Dec 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Market District
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.
Butchertown
While visiting Butchertown, you might make a stop by sights like Lynn Family Stadium and Mellwood Art Center.
Downtown Louisville
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Louisville is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.
Smoketown Jackson
While there might not be top attractions in Smoketown Jackson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Louisville Palace and Nulu Market Place.
Highlands
Highlands might not have many top sights, but Headliners Music Hall and Nulu Market Place are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Shelby Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shelby Park and surrounding area, you can visit Broadway Theatre and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum.
