Louisville, KY
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Visit Louisville
Where to stay in Louisville

Downtown Louisville
Explore "Museum Row" in the West Main District, catch a game at Louisville Slugger Field, or stroll across the pedestrian-only Big Four Bridge. Enjoy diverse attractions, restaurants, and the Louie Link skywalk.

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
Major shopping destination with the fifth-largest mall in Kentucky, Mall St. Matthews, and smaller centers along Shelbyville Road. Don't miss the historic St. Matthew's Episcopal Church and Holy Trinity.

Old Louisville
Boasting Victorian architecture and the highest concentration of stained glass windows in residential homes, Old Louisville offers a walkable neighborhood with pedestrian-only streets, diverse dining options, and attractions like Central Park and the Conrad-Caldwell House.

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.

Fairgrounds
While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"Marah? At the front desk was awesome. So sweet and very courteous. Hotel was nice…my only complaint was we were ground floor and there was a spotlight outside our window that lit up our room. Even with the blinds closed. Other than that. I recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"This is a perfect place to stay in Louisville. Relax at the bar/restaurant Jockey Silks; it’s exquisite. I love the Galt House!"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"Carpet is very dirty has musky smell suite was suppose to have sofa bed it was a hard futon. Carpet in hallway has big wavy spots dangerous for elderly. Hood price but needs updates"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026

Stellar Suites
"There are NO STAFF ON SITE. I was on tour, which means we often check in after midnight, after a show. It terrified me to arrive at the hotel to find that I needed a security code to gain entrance, a code that was buried deep within several looooong messages from the hotel. At 3am, I am standing ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

The Bellwether Hotel
"Beautifully decorated hotel with great on-street parking close to everything. Very clean and excellent communication with the virtual front desk. Looking forward to returning in the future."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

stayAPT Suites Louisville North-Clarksville
"The room stunk so badly. It would have been fine other than that, but the smell was hard to bear."
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Popular places to visit

Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening at Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to 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.

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.

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 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

Lace, Lunacy, and Loss: Louisville Ghost Tours

Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
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