South Louisville Travel Guide

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Louisville Kentucky 
One of the best horse tracks. Even if you don't like to bet on the Horse- people watching will keep you busy.
Louisville Kentucky 
One of the best horse tracks. Even if you don't like to bet on the Horse- people watching will keep you busy.
#KentuckyDerby Can't wait to go back!
Derby Day in Louisville, KY
Churchill Downs, located on Central Avenue in south Louisville, Kentucky, United States, is a Thoroughbred racetrack most famous for annually hosting the Kentucky Derby. It officially opened in 1875, and held the first Kentucky Derby and the first Kentucky Oaks in the same year. Churchill Downs has also hosted the renowned Breeders' Cup on eight occasions, most recently in 2011. It is next scheduled to host the Breeders' Cup in 2018.  With the infield open for the Kentucky Derby, the capacity of Churchill Downs is roughly 170,000

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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$209 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$209
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,091 reviews)
No microwave, pullout sofa, trash bags for cans or extra sheets. Just a one night stay but these are basic things.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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$304 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$304
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,784 reviews)
The staff at the Omni provided outstanding customer service that exceeded our expectations. They were quick to provide solutions and answer our questions. Terrence and Amanda went out of their way to make sure our stay was top notch. They were kind, polite and provided excellent, charismastic, customer ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Omni Louisville Hotel
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$172 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$172
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,197 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Radisson Hotel Louisville North

Radisson Hotel Louisville North

3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive Clarksville IN
The price is AU$99 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$99
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clarksville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (2,813 reviews)
It’s very old and smells like smoke. Not clean. My lamp was broken and the shower wouldn’t turn all the way off, was like that when i got there.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
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 hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,854 reviews)
Great hotel, rooms were large and comfortable. Stake house located at the casino floor was the best .

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown

3.5 out of 5
350 West Chestnut Street Louisville KY
The price is AU$163 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$163
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Comfortable

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown
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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Other neighbourhoods around South Louisville

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University

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

University
Ky Derby festival balloon glow.

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
Old Louisville Home

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 Ohio River Valley while in the area.

Old Louisville
Neighborhood block party

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 Ulmer Stadium and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum.

Schnitzelburg
Pickett fence, azaleas, Flowering dogwood tree, and Lamp, Audubon neighborhood, Louisville, Kentucky.

Audubon

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Audubon and surrounding area, you can visit Freedom Hall and Highland Festival Grounds.

Audubon


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