Russell
Louisville
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
University of Louisville
Explore the campus of University of Louisville, during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.
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.
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
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Russell
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Large room, clean!
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Close to airport
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Rooms are clean and in very good condition. With the exception of the soap dish in the shower not getting cleaned from the last guest. Grounds could be kept a bit cleaner. It's a big hotel so I'm sure it's hard to keep up with. Between my room window and the outside railing there is an old pop can ...
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Great stay! Very nice room
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Terrible.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
The Brown Hotel
outstanding customer service and friendliness.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
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 Frazier International History Museum and Louisville Slugger 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 Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.
Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Ohio River Valley 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 Louisville Slugger Field 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 Louisville Slugger Field.
