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.
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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.
Watch Hill Proper Bourbon Bar & Kitchen (Norton Commons)
11201 River Beauty Loop
Prospect, KY 40059
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Watch Hill Proper Bourbon Bar & Kitchen (Norton Commons)
East End
To create the Watch Hill Proper Bourbon Bar & Kitchen experience like a fine cocktail, you would start with several ounces...
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 Hills Sanatorium
4400 Paralee Drive
Louisville, KY 40272
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South
Waverly Hills Sanatorium sits on land that was originally purchased by Major Thomas H. Hays in 1883. Major Hays was in...
Waverly Park
4800 Waverly Park Road
Louisville, KY 40214
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South
Size: 297.13 acres Amenities: Biking - Mountain Fishing Grill Hiking Trail Picnic Shelter Playground
Whiskey Row Walking Tour
Main St
Louisville, KY 40202
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Downtown
WHISKEY ROW WALKING TOUR If your time is limited but you're still looking for a one-of-a-kind Bourbon experience then this...
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...
Yew Dell Botanical Gardens
6220 Old La Grange Rd.
Crestwood, KY 40014
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Oldham County
Yew Dell Botanical Gardens is the former home, garden, and commercial nursery of the late nursery industry leader Theodore...
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
Zanzabar (Zbar) is a perfect destination for a top-notch menu, boasting over 60 different beers, huge selection of vintage...