Russell, KY
Louisville
Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening at Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene 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 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 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.
Whiskey Row
Find out about the history of Louisville when you spend time at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Russell Hotel Deals
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
I stayed on thanksgiving night. So it was sort of limited on service, and I was not informed at the front if anything in the hotel was open at all. But I did get a free upgrade to a suite! It was lovely! I would have liked to have a more comfortable blanket and pillows. But everything else was ...
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Omni Louisville Hotel
Had a nice stay while there for a concert. Walkable to all the local restaurants and Yum Center. Plenty of after party options at the hotel.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Everything was great! Loved having a restaurant in the hotel!
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Front desk staff was friendly, helpful and accommodating.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Loved the shower: hot water, the glass curved door, stepping in a shower, not a tub, the high shower head, plenty of head room. The water pressure could have been harder. Our corner room was clean. Loved the full length mirror in the hallway. Not super quiet as our room faced the street, but we ...
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Wonderful property in great condition. I appreciated the cleanliness and design of the room. Would definitely stay again and perfect for 1 night or a weekend fun visit.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Russell
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.
Downtown Louisville
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.
Old Louisville
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.
Smoketown Jackson
While there might not be top attractions in Smoketown Jackson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Louisville Palace and Nulu Market Place.
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.
Shelby Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shelby Park and surrounding area, you can visit Broadway Theatre and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum.
