Old Louisville Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Conrad-Caldwell House Museum
Learn about history as you tour this magnificent mansion in the surroundings of a busy metropolis. Be alert for its alleged supernatural hosts.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Old Louisville
Hotel Louisville
I stayed here for 4 days on a business trip. It was economical, and I liked the location. Parking was free, easy and secure. I also appreciate the mission of the facility.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Very clean! Amazing hotel!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
The place was remodeled beautifully and clean.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Omni Louisville Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Staff was friendly and helpful. We did take advantage of happy hour on site. Food was reasonably priced service was wonderful and food tasted great. We loved the indoor pool.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Quite and comfy bed
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Louisville
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.
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.
Germantown
Though Germantown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Du Pont Manual Stadium.
Schnitzelburg
While Schnitzelburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Du Pont Manual Stadium and Ulmer Stadium.
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.
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.