South Louisville
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Popular places to visit
Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Derby Museum
Experience the thrill of attending a championship horse-racing event at a museum dedicated to one of the Triple Crown races.
Kentucky Exposition Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention centre in Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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.
University of Louisville
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Louisville during your travels in Louisville. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Things to do
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
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 Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Top hotels in South Louisville
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Was great for a girls night close to 4th St Live & the YUM Center
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Cleaning lady did not supply room as needed but staff kicked in and made up for it when asked about problem.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
Amazing amazing experience . Massage amazing. Amenities top tier
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
It’s in a casino, so it is very clean and nice. I think they should offer hotel guest a complimentary small breakfast like muffin and apple or something. There is only one restaurant at the casino that offers breakfast and it doesn’t open till 8am.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Pool was closed, room was clean, there was a weird smell throughout hotel. Our friends on 3rd floor could smell weed really bad. The lobby was nice, but for the price everything was as expected.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Breakfast was delicious. Valet men were kind and helpful. The only negative I can say is seeing the homeless on the street: heartbreaking
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Louisville
University
If you're spending some time in University, Speed Art Museum and L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Fairgrounds
While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.
Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Ohio River Valley while in the area.
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 Ulmer Stadium and Speed Art Museum.
Audubon
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Audubon and surrounding area, you can visit Du Pont Manual Stadium and Freedom Hall.
Shelby Park
Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Broadway Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
