Louisville
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Visit Louisville
Where to stay in Louisville

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.

Jeffersontown
Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.

St. Matthews
St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Saint Matthews Pavilion Shopping Center.

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.

Phoenix Hill
While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fairgrounds
While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"The large area around the indoor pool made it attractive. There is a lot of glass around the area which gives the effect of an outdoor pool. The desk employees were very helpful. We enjoyed our breakfast at Al's large restaurant. The server helped us start our day with her upbeat personality."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Nice clean rooms. Just wish there was a microwave."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"Check reviews....I would rather sleep in a park bench.. at least no bedbugs"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Stellar Suites
"There are NO STAFF ON SITE. I was on tour, which means we often check in after midnight, after a show. It terrified me to arrive at the hotel to find that I needed a security code to gain entrance, a code that was buried deep within several looooong messages from the hotel. At 3am, I am standing ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

The Bellwether Hotel
"Beautifully decorated hotel with great on-street parking close to everything. Very clean and excellent communication with the virtual front desk. Looking forward to returning in the future."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

stayAPT Suites Louisville North-Clarksville
"The room stunk so badly. It would have been fine other than that, but the smell was hard to bear."
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
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 theater 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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit

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



