West Main Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Main Historic District
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
Fourth Street Live!
You can do some window-shopping at Fourth Street Live! during your visit to Louisville. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
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.
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.
Activities
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
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
Lace, Lunacy, and Loss: Louisville Ghost Tours
The Best of Old Louisville: 60-Minute PRIVATE Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best West Main Historic District Hotel Deals
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The bar was wonderful and bartender was amazing
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
Very nice rooftop pool
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
We chose this downtown location because it was close to the YUM Center, where our daughter's graduation was being held (walking distance). Hotel parking was very expensive; suggest the parking garage on 3rd Street behind the hotel instead, much cheaper. The room was nice and the breakfast was fine. ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown, KY
Breakfast had great variety . Parking was convenient
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG
The staff were all awesome besides the breakfast guy. I came down at 10:40am on Sunday and he said I could not order anything because they "were about to close". He should have just closed then if he was going to turn everyone away at that point. Ridiculous! Bedroom was a little small, they should ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown
The staff at the front desk and in the restaurant were amazing. I would have liked for the garbage to be emptied each day of our stay rather than once during our stay.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around West Main Historic District
Downtown Louisville
Downtown Louisville is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.
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.
Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ohio River Valley and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while in the area.
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.
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.
Butchertown
While visiting Butchertown, you might make a stop by sights like Lynn Family Stadium and Mellwood Art Center.
