Russell
Louisville
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 great live music and lively festivals.
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
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Kentucky Derby Museum General Admission Ticket
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
Top hotels in Russell
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Very clean room. However the landline hotel room phones did not work so you couldn’t call the front desk. Also there was no microwave. Overall very nice hotel and staff.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
I decided to stay here because of a deal that was running. Overall, it was great. Breakfast is not included with all packages. FYI. Apart from that, the main things that kept me from giving a 5 star review were the lack of a microwave in the room, and though tea was included, the Keurig did not have ...
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Omni Louisville Hotel
We came for Bourbon and Beyond and it was hot, we loved the reprieve at the pool. Drinks were expensive.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
The phone in the room didn't work couldn't call the front desk, had trouble using the wifi, other than that it was a good stay
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Loved everything about it
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Clean and beautiful hotel but the bathroom was very janky. We weren't given any bathroom supplies (soap, shampoo) but they did have some random items when we went to the front desk to ask. Also the curtains would not stay closed without a safety pin. Kind and friendly staff, though
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Russell
West Main Historic District
West Main Historic District is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ohio River Valley and Frazier International History Museum.
Downtown Louisville
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Louisville is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Ohio River Valley and Whiskey Row.
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.
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.
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.
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 Thomas Edison House.
