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 at Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention center in Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene 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 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.
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.
Things to do
Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in South Louisville
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"The staff was very helpful."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"The hotel has it posted no pool parties and only 4 people per room but everytime we went to the pool there was close to 100 people in there and more people bringing kids and dropping them off for the “birthday party” . They had all kinds of floats and pool toys all over the place on top of that there ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
"Okay- hotel service - had higher expectations since it was an Omni"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
"Very nice"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
The Brown Hotel
"The Brown is a lovely enclave in the heart of the city. Its rich history makes for an interesting stay. The cocktails at the bar were phenomenal and the waitstaff excelled! When we arrived, a live pianist was entertaining the guests. The room was simple, but lovely."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
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 abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ohio River Valley and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while you're in town.
Schnitzelburg
While Schnitzelburg isn't home to many top sights, Du Pont Manual Stadium and Speed Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Germantown
When in Germantown, you can plan a visit to Du Pont Manual Stadium and Headliners Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
