Portland
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 acclaimed theatre 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.
KFC Yum Center
Catch an event at KFC Yum Center during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
The Misfits and Mayhem Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville
Top hotels in Portland
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"Close to event center. Well maintained. courteous personnel. Close to airport."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Outstanding experience. Top notch in all ways."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"The WiFi did not work. The outside looks way worse than the inside so don’t be scared away. If you are 6’ or taller this hotel will seem short to you. Biggest downer was the WiFi being down and not being able to connect for work or school."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
"Beautiful hotel! Everything about our stay was great from the pool to the cute food market attached We will be back!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
"Great"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Brown Hotel
"Location was great, staff were very friendly, try a Hot Brown in the café on the first floor!!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portland
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.
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.
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.
East Market District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Market District and surrounding area, you can visit Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field.
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.
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.
