
Old Louisville
Louisville's historic Victorian neighborhood
Old Louisville has the largest collection of restored Victorian homes in the country and is the third largest Historic Preservation District in the U.S. Built as a suburb in the 1870s, this neighborhood consists of more than 40 city blocks of Victorian Era homes – considered the oldest, largest and most beautifully preserved homes in the city.
Amid the rich architecture of this community, you’ll also find quaint bed and breakfast inns and unique dining options surrounded by the beauty of mature magnolia and oak trees.



EAT & DRINK
610 Magnolia is considered one of the city’s finest restaurants. Chef-owner Edward Lee (a James Beard finalist who starred on “Iron Chef America” and “Top Chef”) blends European techniques with seasonal, local and organic products during a six course, pre-fixe dinner. Buck’s, an official Urban Bourbon Trail® stop, combines European luxury and modern style with linen tablecloths, artfully mismatched china, white flowers adorning the bar and live piano music nightly in the historic Mayflower building.
North Lime Coffee & Donuts serves made-from scratch donuts and professionally crafted espresso in a renovated 19th century building. A Louisville institution since 1947, Dizzy Whizz is a step back in time serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try its famous WhizzBurger, a double-decker hamburger with a secret special sauce. For another nostalgic trip, walk up to the trolley car to place your order for a tasty burger at Ollie’s Trolley, one of the three remaining trolleys in the country. Old Louisville Brewery is a brother-owned microbrewery aiming to be a destination spot and neighborhood community hangout.
DISCOVER
For lovers of the Bard, check out Kentucky Shakespeare, presenters of one of the longest running free Shakespeare festivals in the country. Stop in and admire the architecture at the Louisville Free Public Library. At the Speed Art Museum, art lovers of all ages can see paintings and sculpture works from around the world. Kentucky’s oldest and largest museum hosts special events each month and includes an outdoor art park and piazza and the restaurant, Wiltshire at the Speed. History buffs will want to tour the Conrad-Caldwell House with its ornate stained glass and handcrafted woodwork, and take in the programming at the Filson Historical Society.
For families, a fun and educational option is the Gheens Science Hall & Rauch Planetarium located on the nearby University of Louisville campus.
Old Louisville has its own Central Park, which also often functions as the center of community events. Also, check out Old Louisville’s walking tours with themes from architectural to ghostly.
Featured Attractions & Things to Do
Asia Institute - Crane House
1244 S. Third St.
Louisville, KY 40203
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Asia Institute Crane House (AICH) celebrates and brings to life the cultural diversity of Asia to Kentucky and southern...
Conrad-Caldwell House Museum
1402 St. James Ct.
Louisville, KY 40208
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The Conrad-Caldwell House Museum is one of the finest examples of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture in Louisville,...
David Dominé's Louisville Historic Tours
Corner 4th and Ormsby
Louisville, KY 40208
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David Dominé's Louisville Historic Tours
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As recommended by The New York Times! Seven days a week, Louisville Historic Tours offers award-winning guided walks...
Filson Historical Society, The
1310 S. 3rd St.
Louisville, KY 40208
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Collecting, preserving, and sharing Kentucky and Ohio Valley history and culture since 1884! We invite you to visit our...
Garvin Gate Blues Festival
1202 South 6th St.
Louisville, KY 40203
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The Garvin Gate Blues Festival is held the second weekend of October on the streets of Historic Old Louisville, the corner...
Ghost City Tours
1430 St. James Court @ Fountain
Louisville, KY 40202
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The All-Ages "Ghosts of Louisville Tour" will visit some of Louisville's most prominent houses and enchanted landscapes...
Historic Old Louisville Neighborhood and Visitors Center
1340 S. 4th St., Central Park
Louisville, KY 40208
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Historic Old Louisville Neighborhood and Visitors Center
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Looking for a trip into a rare and beautiful historic architectural area? Louisville is the site of the nation’s largest...
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
1340 S. 4th St.
Louisville, KY 40208
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Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
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We offer a 60 minute guided walking tour showcasing the highlights of this great architecture all year long! Most of the...
Kentucky Shakespeare
616 Myrtle St.
Louisville, KY 40208
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Grounded in the works of Shakespeare, we enrich our community by presenting accessible, professional theater experiences...
Louisville Free Public Library
301 York St.
Louisville, KY 40203
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All Louisville Free Public Library locations are offering curbside pick-up of library materials at this time. In-person...
Noble Funk Brewing Company
922 S. Second St.
Louisville, KY 40203
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We are constantly striving to learn and experience more in all walks of life. Noble Funk Brewing Company isn’t just a...
Old Louisville Brewery
625 W Magnolia Ave
Louisville, KY 40208
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We are a microbrewery situated within a beautiful Old Louisville neighborhood. A destination place and community hangout....