Visit St. Matthews
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 lively festivals and acclaimed art scene.
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 top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
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
Louisville: Copper & Kings Distillery Tour and Tasting
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in St. Matthews
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Louisville East
I'm giving a top rating because I think it's deserved even though I could complain about a few things. We were there Christmas Eve and Christmas nights on the 4th floor in 424. The value to us was tremendous because it was one of the cheapest rooms near my family's gathering. There were a few odd ...
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Mall of St. Matthews
We did not partake of breakfast. Bed (Rm 307) was worn and had obvious dips on each side of the bed. There was only one elevator working Fri/Sat and 1st floor button was problematic as it didn't immediately light up. Ended up having to take the stairs at one point.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan on going back to spend more time. Really enjoyed bar on bridge area. We weren’t able to stay for breakfast so I didn’t rate it.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
The staff here was very nice. I asked if there was a free breakfast, and to my surprise the clerk offered me a free breakfast coupon for each of us the next day. My husband and I are on weird diets, so we had to contrive a breakfast, but the staff was helpful in that. The free breakfast was not typically ...
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
Eric was a great help! Eric helped me to exact room I was wanting to have. High floor room with a river! It was absolutely perfect! Thank you again Eric!
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
The young lady at the desk, working 3rd shift I assume was awesome, above and beyond. Everything was top teir
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Matthews
Tyler Park
While Tyler Park isn't home to many top sights, Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Poplar Level
While visiting Poplar Level, you might make a stop by sights like Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern.
Highlands
Highlands might not have many top sights, but Headliners Music Hall and Mid City Mall Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Butchertown
While visiting Butchertown, you might make a stop by sights like Lynn Family Stadium and Mellwood Art Center.
Germantown
When in Germantown, you can plan a visit to Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Market District
While there might not be top attractions in East Market District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field.
