Fairgrounds, KY
Louisville
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Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention center in Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.
KFC Yum Center
Catch an event at KFC Yum Center during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Louisville Slugger Museum
Baseball is part of the American fabric. See where one important tool for this sport is produced in the factory that makes ball games possible.
Louisville Zoo
A zoo visit promotes respect for animals and their well-being. Share a day with family at this city zoo with its abundance of species and activity areas.
Louisville Mega Cavern
An old quarry is now an underground attraction beneath the city. Explore this area that will fascinate all visitors with its uniqueness.
Things to do
Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Lace, Lunacy, and Loss: Louisville Ghost Tours
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Fairgrounds Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"Nice room, clean and comfortable. Shower was good with amenities available. Only thing that would make it a 5 star is if it had a free breakfast."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport
"Parking was not sufficient for the amount of guests. We, along with countless other guests, had to park in the neighboring hotel lots and walk over. First hotel I've heard of with only one entrance, at least that is what I was told at check in. Staff was nice, room was clean and nice, breakfast was...well, ..."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport
"The rooms were very clean and the staff was very friendly"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG
"Staff were very friendly, room was clean. Wine, beer and munchies offered from 5:30 to 7pm the 2 nights we were there. Complimentary earplugs were available because the hotel is near the airport. I made use of them and they worked well."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo
"Room was extremely loud due to hotel being on edge of highway. Breakfast was only fair. Look at other options if you need a room."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center
"It was great"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Where to stay in Fairgrounds
Downtown Louisville
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Louisville is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.
Jeffersontown
Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.
St. Matthews
St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Saint Matthews Pavilion Shopping Center.
Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ohio River Valley and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while you're in town.
Phoenix Hill
While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field are some notable places to visit nearby.
