Louisville, KY

Travel Guide

Muhammad Ali Center featuring modern architecture and night scenes
Louisville which includes street scenes and a city as well as a small group of people
Louisville showing a park
Belle of Louisville which includes signage and a ferry as well as a small group of people
Louisville

Where to stay in Louisville

Louisville showing signage and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Downtown Louisville

4/5(1,812 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Louisville
Ky Derby festival balloon glow.

Fairgrounds

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

Fairgrounds
Louisville Science Center featuring outdoor art

West Main Historic District

Boasting the largest collection of cast iron façades outside New York's SoHo district, this historic area features "Museum Row" with attractions like the Louisville Slugger Museum and Muhammad Ali Center.

West Main Historic District
Orange Freeze

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.

Jeffersontown
Conrad Caldwell House showing heritage elements and signage

Old Louisville

3.5/5(352 area reviews)

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.

Old Louisville
Best Mojitos in the city with real sugar cane. And sweet plantains with the meal to top it off!

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.

St. Matthews
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN
Fully refundable
The price is AED 216 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
AED 216
AED 244 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Clarksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall ...
6.8/10 (1,903 reviews)
"The property exceeded expectations. Great atmosphere for kids and families."

Reviewed on 9 March 2025

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Omni Louisville Hotel
Omni Louisville Hotel
4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street, Louisville, KY
The price is AED 732 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
AED 732
AED 861 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,331 reviews)
"beautiful and supremely comfortable; there is nothing at all wrong with this place"

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
140 North Fourth Street, Louisville, KY
The price is AED 533 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 533
AED 627 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,411 reviews)
"Fantastic rooms and staff"

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hancock House
Hancock House
3 out of 5
601 East Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center ...
8/10 Very Good! (209 reviews)
"Favorite place to stay in Louisville"

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Hancock House
Stellar Suites
Stellar Suites
4.5 out of 5
822 E Market St, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and in-room massages. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Fourth ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"Outstanding!"

Reviewed on 1 December 2024

Stellar Suites
The Bellwether Hotel
The Bellwether Hotel
2 out of 5
1300 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY
Stay at this aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, bathrobes, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern ...
8/10 Very Good! (11 reviews)
"Beautifully redone historic building. Enjoyed design features and Christmas decor! Great walkable neighborhood."

Reviewed on 25 December 2024

The Bellwether Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Louisville

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 39%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We would not mind coming back to visit Louisville it is a very nice city. Would love to be back when we have more time to look around

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

No

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Go to Gralehaus/Holy Grale!

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

I’ll never go back.

5/5 - Excellent

MJ

I’ve always loved coming to this city. Lots to do!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The downtown environment has it's good points, but there's no denying the bad elements as well. You definitely should plan accordingly so you & your family or whomever you travel with stay safe while enjoying the sites.