South Louisville, KY

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Louisville Kentucky One of the best horse tracks. Even if you don't like to bet on the Horse- people watching will keep you busy.
Louisville Kentucky One of the best horse tracks. Even if you don't like to bet on the Horse- people watching will keep you busy.
#KentuckyDerby Can't wait to go back!
Derby Day in Louisville, KY
Churchill Downs, located on Central Avenue in south Louisville, Kentucky, United States, is a Thoroughbred racetrack most famous for annually hosting the Kentucky Derby. It officially opened in 1875, and held the first Kentucky Derby and the first Kentucky Oaks in the same year. Churchill Downs has also hosted the renowned Breeders' Cup on eight occasions, most recently in 2011. It is next scheduled to host the Breeders' Cup in 2018. With the infield open for the Kentucky Derby, the capacity of Churchill Downs is roughly 170,000

Popular places to visit

Churchill Downs showing horseriding and land animals as well as a small group of people

Churchill Downs

4.5/5(551 reviews)

Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.

Churchill Downs
Kentucky Derby Museum showing interior views

Kentucky Derby Museum

4.5/5(271 reviews)

Experience the thrill of attending a championship horse-racing event at a museum dedicated to one of the Triple Crown races.

Kentucky Derby Museum
Ky Derby festival balloon glow.

Kentucky Exposition Center

4.5/5(628 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art scene.

Kentucky Exposition Center
Louisville Slugger Museum showing interior views

Louisville Slugger Museum

4.5/5(606 reviews)

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 Mega Cavern which includes caves

Louisville Mega Cavern

4/5(169 reviews)

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
An enormous gold statue we came across down the street from the slugger museum. Seemed really out of place actually. It was almost as tall as the 4 storey building it was in front of.

Fourth Street Live!

4.5/5(839 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Fourth Street Live! during your stay in Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

Fourth Street Live!

South Louisville 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 ₩197,815 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
₩197,815
₩232,749 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
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! (3,990 reviews)
Big room clean

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

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 ₩147,900 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
₩147,900
₩174,020 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,111 reviews)
Great service and excellent accommodations!!

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Radisson Hotel Louisville North

Radisson Hotel Louisville North

3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive Clarksville IN
The price is ₩86,259 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
₩86,259
₩97,473 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clarksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,730 reviews)
The location was perfect for us. The staff was great even though she had to deal with a separate situation while checking me in. She was very professional.

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Omni Louisville Hotel

Omni Louisville Hotel

4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street Louisville KY
The price is ₩246,562 per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
₩246,562
₩290,104 total
Jan 24 - Jan 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,758 reviews)
Clean rooms and courteous staff!

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

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 hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,763 reviews)
Great Spacious room! Fun casino!

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

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Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown

3.5 out of 5
350 West Chestnut Street Louisville KY
The price is ₩137,459 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
₩137,459
₩161,733 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Super nice staff! Clean rooms! Great amenities!

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown
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Other neighborhoods around South Louisville

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Fairgrounds

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

Fairgrounds
Conrad Caldwell House which includes a house, heritage elements and interior views

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
Neighborhood block party

Schnitzelburg

While Schnitzelburg isn't home to many top sights, Ulmer Stadium and Freedom Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Schnitzelburg
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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.

Shelby Park
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Germantown

4/5(1 area review)

When in Germantown, you can plan a visit to Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Germantown
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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.

Smoketown Jackson

South Louisville, KY