Parkland Travel Guide
Louisville
Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening in Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
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
Learn about the local history of Louisville with a stop at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Parkland
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The hotel was generally nice - but what really made our stay great was a woman whose name I believe was Nilka, who checked us in. We were in a rush to get to a wedding and she got us right in to a wonderful room even though we were a little early for check in. She had a great attitude and truly made ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Omni Louisville Hotel
The Omni was fantastic. Clean and comfortable rooms. Friendly staff and close to everything
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Front desk Nikki check in very helpful! Did run out of soap during week not replaced but otherwise good stay
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Great area and clean
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Room was big, staff was kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Once again, Derby City Gaming and hotel does not disappoint. Great casino and hotel!!! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parkland
West Main Historic District
A noteworthy feature of West Main Historic District is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Frazier International History Museum and Louisville Slugger Museum.
Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ohio River Valley and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while in the area.
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.
South Louisville
If you're spending some time in South Louisville, Kentucky Derby Museum and Churchill Downs are top sights worth seeing.
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.
