
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.
AR Workshop Prospect
10618 Meeting St, Unit 101
Prospect, KY 40059
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East End
Register for a DIY workshop to create on-trend home decor from raw materials – wood signs, canvas pillows, wood...
Ashbourne Events
3810 Old Westport Rd.
La Grange, KY 40031
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Oldham County
A welcome retreat awaits guests at Ashbourne Farm. Twenty miles outside of Louisville on acres of rolling countryside,...
Asia Institute - Crane House
1244 S. Third St.
Louisville, KY 40203
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Downtown
Asia Institute Crane House (AICH) celebrates and brings to life the cultural diversity of Asia to Kentucky and southern...
Bard's Town, The
1801 Bardstown Rd.
Louisville, KY 40205
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Highlands
Since 2010, Bard Theatre has produced more live theatre than any other in the region. 20 World Premieres. 3000+...
Bardstown Bourbon Company
1500 Parkway Dr.
Bardstown, KY 40004
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Bardstown, KY
The Bardstown Bourbon Company is a New Blend of Bourbon Makers, pushing the boundaries through innovation, while honoring...
Barrels & Billets
800 W. Main St.
Louisville, KY 40202
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Barton 1792 Distillery
501 Cathedral Manor
Bardstown, KY 40004
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Bardstown, KY
Open year round. Tours are hourly on the hour: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tour the only fully...
Barton Brands of Kentucky
PO Box 788, 300 Barton Road
Bardstown, KY 40004
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Bardstown, KY
In 1944, Barton Brands, Ltd. acquired the Tom Moore Distillery which dates back to 1879. Tom Moore, a Kentuckian whose...
Beards and Beers
514 South 5th St.
Louisville, KY 40202
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Downtown
Beards and Beers is an old school barbershop with a modern take on quality haircuts and beard care. In addition, the shop...
Beards and Beers
Norton Commons Blvd, Norton Commons
Prospect, KY 40059
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East End
Relax and socialize while our professionally licensed team provides you with a precision cut, an indulgent straight razor...
Belle of Louisville Riverboats
401 W. River Rd.
Louisville, KY 40202
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Belle of Louisville Riverboats
Downtown
Take a step back in time aboard the Belle of Louisville, the last remaining authentic Mississippi River-style steamboat...
Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest
2075 Clermont Rd.
Clermont, KY 40110
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Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest
Shepherdsville, KY
Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest is a non-profit educational and recreational preserve consisting of over 14,600...