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Best Things to Do in Louisville

Just about everybody recommends a visit Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby. And if you're not going to a race, you can at least enjoy the comprehensive Kentucky Derby Museum that sits on the grounds. Switching from one sport to another, you'll also find the interesting Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory in town. But if sports truly aren't your thing, there's always ambience to enjoy in open spaces like the Fourth Street Live! shopping area or the Old Louisville historic district.

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#1
Churchill Downs
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Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: Just its name inspires some romantic images: The Sunday-best finery, the mint juleps, the majestic ... read more»

#2
Old Louisville Free attraction
Historic Homes/Mansions, Neighborhood/Area | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: What really sets Old Louisville apart from other cities' historic districts is its size (48 ... read more»

#3
Kentucky Derby Museum
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Overall Rating: Rating: 4.0

Why go: You don't have to visit the Kentucky Derby Museum to appreciate Churchill Downs, but ... read more»

#4
Fourth Street Live! Free attraction
Entertainment and Nightlife, Shopping, Neighborhood/Area | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.0

Why go: This buzzing part of downtown Louisville is a great area to grab a meal, buy ... read more»

#5
Mint Julep Tours
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Overall Rating: Rating: 4.0

Why go: As synonymous with Louisville as Derby day, bourbon is the drink of choice. And if ... read more»

#6
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
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Overall Rating: Rating: 3.5

Why go: The preferred bat of legends like Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and Ted Williams, the Louisville ... read more»

#7
Cave Hill Cemetery Free attraction
Monuments and Memorials, Sightseeing | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 3.5

Why go: According to recent travelers, this cemetery isn't a must for everyone, for obvious reasons ... read more»

#8
Louisville Zoo
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Overall Rating: Rating: 3.5

Why go: Of course the Louisville Zoo has birds (cranes, emus, flamingos and more) and mammals (you ... read more»

#9
Frazier History Museum
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Overall Rating: Rating: 3.5

Why go: Yet another standout site in downtown's West Main District, the Frazier History Museum is ... read more»

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