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.
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...
Ghost City Tours
1430 St. James Court @ Fountain
Louisville, KY 40202
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Old Louisville
The All-Ages "Ghosts of Louisville Tour" will visit some of Louisville's most prominent houses and enchanted landscapes...
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...
Haven Spa and Salon
315 Wendover Ave.
Louisville, KY 40207
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East End
Welcome to Haven Spa and Salon, a luxury boutique day spa in the heart of Saint Matthews. At Haven, we understand every...
Headliners Music Hall
1386 Lexington Rd.
Louisville, KY 40206
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Highlands
Locally owned and operated, HEADLINERS MUSIC HALL is the premier live entertainment venue of Louisville, Kentucky. We...
Hermitage Farm
10500 W. Hwy 42
Goshen, KY 40026
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Oldham County
With roots that span generations, Hermitage is a world-class equine operation tied to Oldham County, Kentucky’s rich...
Hidden Hill Nursery & Sculpture Garden
1011 Utica-Charlestown Rd.
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
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Hidden Hill Nursery & Sculpture Garden
Southern Indiana
Hidden Hill Nursery & Sculpture Garden has 8 acres of garden art, fountains, benches, whimsy & unusual plants for sale. 15...
Highland Entertainment District
1500 Bardstown Rd.
Louisville, KY 40205
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Highland Entertainment District
Highlands
Great nightlife, dining, shopping & more! This unique & eclectic Louisville area has something for everyone from family...
Historic Locust Grove
561 Blankenbaker Ln.
Louisville, KY 40207
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East End
Locust Grove is a 55-acre, 18th century farm site and National Historic Landmark. Established in 1790, the former home of...
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
Old Louisville
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
Old Louisville
We offer a 60 minute guided walking tour showcasing the highlights of this great architecture all year long! Most of the...
Holiday World & Splashin' Safari
452 E. Christmas Blvd., PO Box 179
Santa Claus, IN 47579
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Holiday World & Splashin' Safari
Southern Indiana
Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari are a family theme park/water park combo located in Santa Claus, Indiana. The theme...