
Things to Do in Louisville, KY
Experience Louisville by taking part in events, arts & culture, shopping, sports & outdoor activities, tours and much more.
With more than 120 attractions Louisville has something for everyone to see and do. The iconic Churchill Downs and Kentucky Derby Museum pay homage to the thoroughbred horse – a hallmark of what makes Kentucky so special. The bat of most major league baseball teams is made at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory. The Belle of Louisville is the oldest operating steamboat still in existence. And, Louisville’s native son, Muhammad Ali, is now remembered with a self-guided tour of “Ali’s Footsteps of Greatness."
Another hallmark of Kentucky – Bourbon – has taken center stage as a “must do” when visiting the city. The Urban Bourbon Experience is comprised of more than ten distilleries that are open for public tours and tastings. The Urban Bourbon Trail boasts over 35 bars and restaurants with more than 60 bourbons and bourbon-inspired culinary delights – so download the passport, collect your stamps and enjoy a special prize at the end. If the arts are more to your liking, Louisville is one of only a handful of U.S. cities with a professional full-time orchestra, opera, ballet, children’s theatre, dinner theatre and Broadway Series. The Speed Art Museum and the KMAC both showcase the visual arts in their own stunning spaces. These, plus a zoo, amusement park, breweries, historic homes, confectionaries, parks and music festivals comprise the fabric of Louisville’s cultural scene.
If you need help planning your trip, contact our destination experts! Give us a call at (888) 568-4878 or send an email to info@gotolouisville.com (hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm EST).
Louisville Experiences
From a booming bourbon renaissance, to iconic attractions and a renowned culinary scene, here are some of Louisville's "can't miss" experiences.












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400 S 2nd St
Louisville, KY 40202
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Located on the third floor, The Water Company allows you to rest, relax and socialize with downtown Louisville as the...
Waterfront Botanical Gardens
1435 Frankfort Ave.
Louisville, KY 40206
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Butchertown
The Waterfront Botanical Gardens was started by Botanica, an umbrella organization for the local gardening community that...
Waterfront Park
129 E. River Rd.
Louisville, KY 40202
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Downtown
The Waterfront isn't just a place, it's an experience. An experience that's different for everyone. We're a peaceful...
Waverly Park
4800 Waverly Park Road
Louisville, KY 40214
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Size: 297.13 acres Amenities: Biking - Mountain Fishing Grill Hiking Trail Picnic Shelter Playground
West Sixth Nulu
817 East Market St.
Louisville, KY 40206
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NuLu
West Sixth NuLu is West Sixth Brewing's newest taproom project in Louisville, Kentucky. Taproom, brewery, private event...
Whitehall Louisville's Estate Garden
3110 Lexington Rd.
Louisville, KY 40206
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Whitehall Louisville's Estate Garden
East End
Whitehall's historic Greek Revival mansion features original gasoline fixtures and an interior reflective of the Victorian...
Woodhouse Spa
100 South 4th St.
Louisville, KY 40202
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Downtown
Be one of the first to step inside our brand-new spa and experience tranquility like never before. Escape the everyday...
Young Authors Greenhouse
2509 Portland Ave
Louisville, KY 40212
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Portland
We are a nonprofit organization in Louisville, KY that inspires students ages 6 - 18 to recognize the power of their...
Zanzabar
2100 S. Preston St.
Louisville, KY 40217
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Germantown & Schnitzelburg
Zanzabar (Zbar) is a perfect destination for a top-notch menu, boasting over 60 different beers, huge selection of vintage...