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What to DO in Louisville

There’s a saying in Louisville that goes something like this –the question isn’t what to do, it’s what to do next. After show hours, there are endless things to see and do. And for those who bring their spouses and families, there is a wide variety of offerings for the young and the young at heart.

Start off by seeing the place where art and history comes to life and greets you on the street. Museum Row on Mainhouses nine original attractions all within a six-block radius that is easily walked. The Muhammad Ali Centertells the story of Louisville’s own native son.  America’s pastime comes alive at the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory. It’s all things Kentucky at the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft.  Science is fun at the Louisville Science Center.  Artistic glass is to be seen to be believed at Glassworks. Daniel Boone, George Washington, Teddy Roosevelt, General George Custer and Geronimo have stories to tell at the Frazier International History Museum. Contemporary art is the focus at 21C Museum Hotel.  See what makes Kentucky shine at the KentuckyShow!, then stick around and see  a Broadway show at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts. Top off the day and celebrate Louisville’s bourbon heritage by raising a glass at 14 world-famous bars and restaurants along the Urban Bourbon Trail. This passport program rewards visitors who complete the trail with some special bourbon merchandise.

Exploring our endless possibilities will work up an appetite – so you’re in the right city. Louisville has steadily gained notice as one of the country’s most vital restaurant scenes. Visitors from around the world are astounded by the variety and quality of fine dining offered in the area by chefs, many who have taken regional cuisine to a nationally recognized level. The arena district in downtown Louisville is quickly becoming the place to eat, drink and be merry. Five new restaurants have opened in the past year, with several more to open soon. A stop at any of the “Louisville Originals”promises a great dining experience. This collection of over 50 locally-owned and independent restaurants showcases the vitality of Louisville dining.   f you want to combine dining and entertainment, then Fourth Street Live! is the place to be. Located in the heart of downtown this is the city’s premier dining and entertainment district. On and off the beaten path, whatever your interest, there’s always something going on in Louisville.

And no visit to Louisville is complete until you have experienced the world-famous Churchill Downsand the Kentucky Derby Museum. The Kentucky Derby Museum completed a multi-million dollar renovation in 2010. The museum showcases everything Kentucky Derby - fashion, hats, traditions, celebrity appearances, and insights from the horse trainers themselves. It’s the next best thing to being at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May for the actual “run for the roses.”   A great stop for family fun!  The museum is also the exclusive tour provider for historic Churchill Downs offering three different tours of the track.

There’s a lot to do in Louisville…as in, whatever you want.

Let the staff at the Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureauhelp you make the most of your time in Louisville. They are happy to work with you to suggest restaurants, area attractions, and other visitor information.

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  1. The Sports and Social Club

    427 S. 4th St. , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Dining, Entertainment, Nightlife, American

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    Sports bar/bowling alley located at Fourth Street Live!. 8 bowling lanes, a media wall, 3 full bars, & a full service menu. The spacious patio & private banquet space is great for your private event ...

  2. Sully's Restaurant and Saloon

    434 S. Fourth St. , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Dining, Entertainment, Nightlife, Irish

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    Sully’s Restaurant and Saloon offers an Irish-American cuisine and a full-service bar with a vibrant nightlife. Sully’s offers a lunch and dinner menu, as well as an assortment of daily food and dri...

  3. Howl at the Moon

    434 S.4th St., Ste. 131 , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Entertainment, Nightlife

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    Louisville's only Dueling Piano Show! Howl at the Moon is a singing and clapping Rock N'Roll dueling piano show. Part concert, part piano bar, all centered around 2 baby grand pianos!

  4. Frazier History Museum Store, The

    829 W. Main St., Ste 2 , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Shopping, Retail - Specialty Stores, Shopping

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    The Museum Store at the Frazier History Museum is a destination all by itself. With a vast and unique array of apparel, collectibles, jewelry, decorative items and DVDs, the Museum Store is the pe...

  5. Actors Theatre of Louisville

    316 W. Main St. , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Entertainment, Services, Attractions, Motorcoach Friendly

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    Entertaining comedies, dramas & musicals including aannual favorites - Dracula, A Christmas Carol & the Humana Festival of New American Plays. Discount rates for groups. Banquet spaces available for ...

  6. Mint Julep Tours

    140 N. Fourth Street, Ste. 326 Located in "Retail Row" of the Galt House Hotel, Rivue Tower, Louisville, KY|Downtown|Entertainment, Transportation Providers, Shuttle Services, Tours, Tours Convention

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    Enjoy the City of Louisville and the treasures throughout Kentucky with a guided experience by Mint Julep Tours. *City Tours *Bourbon Tours *Urban Bourbon Trail *Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tours *B...

  7. Mint Julep Tours

    140 N. Fourth St., Ste. 326 "Retail Row" in the Galt House Hotel, Louisville, KY|Downtown|Entertainment, Services, Transportation Providers, Educational Tours/Museum, Receptive Operators, Shuttle Services

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    Mint Julep Tours is Louisville’s Daily Tour Operator with a mission of delivering FUN and ENTERTAINMENT! We are a one-of-a-kind daily tour service and destination management company in Louisville tha...

  8. Shawnee Golf Course

    460 Northwestern Pkwy. , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Entertainment, Golf Courses

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    Shawnee boasts the only complete driving range complex in Metro Parks and a three-hole BellSouth Youth Golf Academy free to players 18 and under.

  9. Old 502 Winery

    120 S. 10th St. , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Entertainment, Wineries

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    Kentucky's only urban winery set in an historic, reclaimed building in downtown Louisville. OLD 502 Winery showcases award winning wines in their new tasting room and gift shop. Come experience som...

  10. SCOUT

    742 E. Market Street , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Shopping, Jewelry, Retail - Specialty Stores, Shopping, Shopping Districts

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    Scout is a modern eclectic mix of furniture, home accessories, giftware, artwork and jewelry. Our viewpoint is of a clean modern aesthetic with natural and organic sensibilities.