West Main Historic District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Louisville Science Center featuring outdoor art
Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts which includes modern architecture
Louisville Science Center which includes signage
Belle of Louisville showing a bay or harbour and a ferry
Louisville Slugger Museum featuring outdoor art

Popular places to visit

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
Whiskey Row

Whiskey Row

Learn about the local history of Louisville with a stop at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Whiskey Row
Muhammad Ali Center which includes modern architecture and night scenes

Muhammad Ali Center

One of the world’s greatest boxers continues providing inspiration beyond the world of sport. Understand this superstar by visiting this center honoring him.

Muhammad Ali Center
Belle of Louisville which includes a bay or harbour and a ferry as well as a small group of people

Belle of Louisville

For a nostalgic trip, cruise down a mighty river on this authentic steamboat that has carried tourists, tradesmen and cattle for over a century.

Belle of Louisville
Frazier International History Museum which includes interior views

Frazier International History Museum

Get to know Louisville with a visit to this esteemed museum. It’s a great spot for social interaction as well.

Frazier International History Museum
Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

Enjoy a pleasant night at the opera or attend a concert, live dance or stage production at this glass-fronted venue in downtown Louisville.

Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

Activities

Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour

Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour

AU$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
Bourbon Bottle Hall selfie!

General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum

AU$24
per adult
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby

Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby

AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories

Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories

AU$23
per traveller
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories
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
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Our pick of the best West Main Historic District 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$256 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$256
31 Oct - 1 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! (3,644 reviews)
"Hated that the pool was closed for the season and there wasnt a microwave in the room, but room service was fast and amazing, the room was HUGE and super clean, everyone was so nice!! Already talking about booking again!!"

Reviewed on 24 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$356 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$356
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! (1,623 reviews)
"Upscale stay, beautiful property, and great location! We were able to walk to so many great restaurants and the hotel really made a great experience for our first time in Louisville. Will be returning!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
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$157 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$157
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,548 reviews)
Great Hotel.
"Everything was great about this hotel. Breakfast was good and staff were very friendly. Easy walking distance to most things, easy jog to the river trail. Will stay here again."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown

Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown

4 out of 5
501 South Fourth Street, Louisville, KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$263 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$263
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,036 reviews)
"The shower was hot, the towels were soft, the pillows were heaven, and the room was quiet."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row

Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row

3 out of 5
120 SOUTH FLOYD ST, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$173 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$173
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Very nice place with newer updated rooms!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row
Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
101 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY
The price is AU$136 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$136
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (655 reviews)
"Room was great. Clean and spacious. Shower was night. Staff weren’t very helpful but the hotel itself is nice."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around West Main Historic District

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

Downtown Louisville

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Downtown Louisville is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.

Downtown Louisville
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Phoenix Hill

While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House are some notable places to visit nearby.

Phoenix Hill
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East Market District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Market District and surrounding area, you can visit Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House.

East Market District
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Smoketown Jackson

Though Smoketown Jackson may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Louisville Palace and Nulu Market Place.

Smoketown Jackson
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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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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