Louisville, KY

Travel Guide

Muhammad Ali Center featuring modern architecture and night scenes
Louisville which includes street scenes and a city as well as a small group of people
Louisville showing a park
Belle of Louisville which includes signage and a ferry as well as a small group of people
Louisville

Where to stay in Louisville

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

Downtown Louisville

4/5(1,812 area reviews)

Explore "Museum Row" in the West Main District, catch a game at Louisville Slugger Field, or stroll across the pedestrian-only Big Four Bridge. Enjoy diverse attractions, restaurants, and the Louie Link skywalk.

Downtown Louisville
Orange Freeze

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.

Jeffersontown
Ky Derby festival balloon glow.

Fairgrounds

While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

Fairgrounds
Best Mojitos in the city with real sugar cane. And sweet plantains with the meal to top it off!

St. Matthews

Major shopping destination with the fifth-largest mall in Kentucky, Mall St. Matthews, and smaller centers along Shelbyville Road. Don't miss the historic St. Matthew's Episcopal Church and Holy Trinity.

St. Matthews
Conrad Caldwell House showing heritage elements and signage

Old Louisville

3.5/5(352 area reviews)

Boasting Victorian architecture and the highest concentration of stained glass windows in residential homes, Old Louisville offers a walkable neighborhood with pedestrian-only streets, diverse dining options, and attractions like Central Park and the Conrad-Caldwell House.

Old Louisville
Louisville Science Center featuring outdoor art

West Main Historic District

Boasting the largest collection of cast iron façades outside New York's SoHo district, this historic area features "Museum Row" with attractions like the Louisville Slugger Museum and Muhammad Ali Center.

West Main Historic District
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 SAR 498 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
SAR 498
SAR 586 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,411 reviews)
"Very nice location and great hotel! Will stay again."

Reviewed on 23 June 2025

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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 SAR 399 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
SAR 399
SAR 469 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (611 reviews)
"Everything was excellent will stay again 👍👍"

Reviewed on 23 June 2025

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Omni Louisville Hotel
Omni Louisville Hotel
4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street, Louisville, KY
The price is SAR 694 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
SAR 694
SAR 817 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,491 reviews)
"Great hotel. Definitely will be back"

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
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.
Stellar Suites
Stellar Suites
4.5 out of 5
822 E Market St, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and in-room massages. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Fourth ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"Great spot a must stay"

Reviewed on 21 June 2025

Stellar Suites
The Bellwether Hotel
The Bellwether Hotel
2 out of 5
1300 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY
Stay at this aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, bathrobes, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Louisville Zoo and Louisville Waterfront Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)
"The boutique Bellwether Hotel is so beautiful and a step back in time. The art deco design, the second floor lounge, and the rooms all beautifully decorated and comfortable. Walk to restaurants, grocery, bars and antique shops."

Reviewed on 25 April 2025

The Bellwether Hotel
Hancock House
Hancock House
3 out of 5
601 East Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Fourth Street Live! ...
8/10 Very Good! (235 reviews)
Beautiful and Awesome place
"Great place to stay..No complaints whatsoever. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 24 April 2025

Hancock House
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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Reviews of Louisville

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Top Destination
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4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We would not mind coming back to visit Louisville it is a very nice city. Would love to be back when we have more time to look around

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

No

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Go to Gralehaus/Holy Grale!

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

I’ll never go back.

5/5 - Excellent

MJ

I’ve always loved coming to this city. Lots to do!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The downtown environment has it's good points, but there's no denying the bad elements as well. You definitely should plan accordingly so you & your family or whomever you travel with stay safe while enjoying the sites.