Watterson Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention centre in Louisville. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.
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 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.
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 Mega Cavern
An old quarry is now an underground attraction beneath the city. Explore this area that will fascinate all visitors with its uniqueness.
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
Pour Your Own Candle Making Experience with Blending & Education
Our pick of the best Watterson Park Hotel Deals
Red Roof Inn Louisville Fair and Expo
"Good location for where I needed to be. No one was at the check in desk. I had to wait 5 minutes for someone to show up. Front desk people do not speak clear English so it was hard to understand them. Giant roach in the room! Room, bed and bedding was run down and it felt dirty knowing there were ..."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"It’s a great place I love it"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Great location me and my family walked to the Louisville slugger factory. Plenty of places to eat in walking distance. Nice area"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
"Everything was walking distance to the hotel. Nice place for a getaway."
Reviewed on 17 June 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"I was extremely disappointed with my stay at this hotel. The room was dirty upon arrival, with stained surfaces, dust in multiple areas, and an overall lack of cleanliness that made it uncomfortable to stay there. The bathroom was not properly cleaned, and the entire property appeared poorly maintained. ..."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
"We had a great stay! Will be back again"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Watterson Park
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.
Jeffersontown
Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.
St. Matthews
St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Cinemark Mall St. Matthews.
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.
Fairgrounds
While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.
