Russell Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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
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
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
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

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 Russell 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$250 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$250
per night
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (3,622 reviews)
"This has become our preferred place to stay when visiting or traveling through Louisville. Easy access. Proximity to awesome restaurants, bourbon, beer is outstanding."

Reviewed on 19 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
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,608 reviews)
Convenience and Bourbon
"Very convenient to have good coffe and breakfast and a market all in the hotel. As you would expect the bar had many amazing Bourbon choices. Walking distance to tons of stuff."

Reviewed on 15 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! (1,439 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean lobby, hallways and room. Very welcoming"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 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$101 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$101
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 (2,343 reviews)
"Good customer service...however, they should have at least, continental breakfast."

Reviewed on 18 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$152 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$152
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,554 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
The price is AU$272 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$272
per night
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (1,017 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Russell

Louisville Science Center featuring outdoor art

West Main Historic District

A noteworthy feature of West Main Historic District is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Frazier International History Museum and Louisville Slugger Museum.

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
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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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
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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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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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