
Things to Do in Louisville, KY
Experience Louisville by taking part in events, arts & culture, shopping, sports & outdoor activities, tours and much more.
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.












Attractions & Adventure Experiences
From museums to Muhammad Ali, Derby days to distilleries, there's something for everyone to explore in Louisville.
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Get ready to smell the wood, see the wood chips fly, and learn about the history of an American icon. We’ve been making baseball bats since 1884, when...
Learn MoreKentucky Derby Museum
Experience Derby Day, Every Day! General Admission includes a 30-minute historical walking tour of Churchill Downs Racetrack and full access to two floors of...
Learn MoreMuhammad Ali Center
Located in the heart of downtown Louisville, Kentucky, the Muhammad Ali Center is a cultural attraction and international education center that is inspired by...
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Kentucky Science Center
Immerse yourself in three floors of hands-on science exhibits and experience a giant-screen film in our breathtaking 4-story digital theater.

Louisville Zoo
Home to more than 1,700 animals, guests can walk under a sleeping polar bear, catch the wings of the world bird show, visit the Splash Park and more.

Indiana Caverns
Explore the cave with an underground boat ride, ride a zip coaster, hike some trails, mine gemstones, and much more.

Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
Founded in 1889, and revived in 2015 almost 100 years later, tour this state-of-the art distillery.

Bluegrass Indoor Karting
Enjoy the exhilaration while racing up to 40 mph go-karts, or the thrill while flinging axes with your friends.

Frazier History Museum
Located on Museum Row, the Frazier reinterprets stories from Kentucky, United States and world history using artifacts, gallery talks and live daily performances.
Garvin Gate Blues Festival
1202 South 6th St.
Louisville, KY 40203
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Old Louisville
The Garvin Gate Blues Festival is held the second weekend of October on the streets of Historic Old Louisville, the corner...
George's Bar
119 W. Main St.
Louisville, KY 40202
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Downtown
As a guest at George’s Bar, you'll take a step back in time. Not only because you’re in the same building where George...
Ghost City Tours
1430 St. James Court @ Fountain
Louisville, KY 40202
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Downtown
The All-Ages "Ghosts of Louisville Tour" will visit some of Louisville's most prominent houses and enchanted landscapes...
The Godfather Bourbon & Burlesque
5000 Preston Hwy.
Louisville, KY 40213
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The Godfather Bourbon & Burlesque
Airport
Located at 5000 Preston Hwy Louisville, Kentucky near the airport and the Kentucky Exposition Center, The Godfather...
Gold Bar Louisville
1601 Story Ave.
Louisville, KY 40206
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Butchertown
GOLD BAR is a neighborhood bar that strives to offer all guests a welcoming experience with high quality beverage options,...
Goodwood Brewing Company
636 E. Main St.
Louisville, KY 40202
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NuLu
Why take the extra time to wood-age beer? Why insist on the same pure, limestone water used to make bourbon? Well, here at...
Goose Creek Diner
2923 Goose Creek Rd.,
Louisville, KY 40241
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East End
Goose Creek Diner offers old-fashioned comfort food, as the name “diner” suggests, but transcendently adds a gourmet taste...
Goose Island Beer Bridge
432 S. 4th Street, 4th Street Live!
Louisville, KY 40202
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Downtown
Located on the second level of Fourth Street Live!, Goose Island Beer Bridge offers the best seat in the house for summer...
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant
400 S. 4th St.
Louisville, KY 40202
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Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant
Downtown
Gordon Biersch is an upscale casual brewery restaurant known internationally for award-winning, handcrafted beers. Gordon...
Gravely Brewing Co.
514 Baxter Ave.
Louisville, KY 40206
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Highlands
Gravely is a craft brewery and live music venue on Baxter Avenue that serves Mayan Street Food.
Harbor House of Louisville
2231 Lower Hunters Trace
Louisville, KY 40216
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South
The Ken-Ducky Derby (KDD) is an annual fundraising rubber duck race held in Louisville, KY, and is an official Kentucky...
Harrods Creek Tavern
6313 River Rd.
Prospect, KY 40059
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East End
Tavern great bar food and great drink and bourbon selection happy hour from 3PM-7PM, Monday thru Friday.