South Louisville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kentucky Derby Museum showing interior views
Kentucky Derby Museum featuring interior views
Kentucky Derby Museum featuring interior views
Kentucky Derby Museum showing interior views
Kentucky Derby Museum which includes interior views

Popular places to visit

Churchill Downs showing land animals and horse riding as well as a small group of people

Churchill Downs

Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.

Churchill Downs
Kentucky Derby Museum showing interior views

Kentucky Derby Museum

Experience the thrill of attending a championship horse-racing event at a museum dedicated to one of the Triple Crown races.

Kentucky Derby Museum
Kentucky Exposition Center

Kentucky Exposition Center

Learn about the events happening in Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.

Kentucky Exposition Center
Louisville Slugger Museum showing interior views

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 Slugger Museum
Louisville Zoo

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 Zoo
Louisville Mega Cavern which includes caves

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.

Louisville Mega Cavern

Activities

Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

AU$48
per adult
Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

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

AU$30
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Louisville: NuLu District Food and History Tour

Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District

AU$195
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour

Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour

AU$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour

Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail

AU$98
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail
Bourbon Bottle Hall selfie!

General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum

AU$24
per adult
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
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Our pick of the best South Louisville Hotel Deals

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 AU$244 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$244
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,626 reviews)
"Everything about the Galt House is wonderful!!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Omni Louisville Hotel

Omni Louisville Hotel

4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$354 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$354
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,625 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. The staff at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. Our room was comfy, loved the shower. There were several choices for dinner within walking distance."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

4 out of 5
4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,485 reviews)
"My room and the staff were absolutely amazing. This is my second time staying at this hotel and it never disappoints. One thing that I didn’t realize is that you have to request housekeeping services if you are staying for several days. No fault of the hotels though. I just didn’t know. However, ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Radisson Hotel Louisville North

Radisson Hotel Louisville North

3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN
The price is AU$107 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$107
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 (2,374 reviews)
"Goog"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
800 W Market St, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$156 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$156
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,557 reviews)
"Hotel was great. Only suggestion is not serving the exact same breakfast ever day."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

3.5 out of 5
830 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$166 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$166
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (850 reviews)
"staff was great!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around South Louisville

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University

If you're spending some time in University, Speed Art Museum and L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

University
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Fairgrounds

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

Fairgrounds
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Highland Park

While there might not be top attractions in Highland Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kentucky Kingdom and Freedom Hall.

Highland Park
Conrad Caldwell House featuring signage and heritage elements

Old Louisville

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Asia Institute Crane House while in the area.

Old Louisville
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Schnitzelburg

While Schnitzelburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Speed Art Museum and Freedom Hall.

Schnitzelburg
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Shelby Park

Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Broadway Theatre and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Shelby Park

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