Guidebook for Louisville

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Guidebook for Louisville

Entertainment & Activities

125 locals recommend
Copper & Kings American Brandy Company
1121 E Washington St
125 locals recommend
Dating back thousands of years, it’s a constant 56 degrees year round. Take a tour of America’s newest show cave and see: - diverse ecosystems - ice age bones - walking tour with boat ride - amazing waterfall - various formations - great heights and depths Located conveniently located outside historic Corydon, Indiana and just 5 minutes off 1-64. HOURS Open at 9 am every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Close at 5 pm with extended hours mid June through July.
15 locals recommend
Indiana Caverns
1267 Green Acres Dr SW
15 locals recommend
Dating back thousands of years, it’s a constant 56 degrees year round. Take a tour of America’s newest show cave and see: - diverse ecosystems - ice age bones - walking tour with boat ride - amazing waterfall - various formations - great heights and depths Located conveniently located outside historic Corydon, Indiana and just 5 minutes off 1-64. HOURS Open at 9 am every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Close at 5 pm with extended hours mid June through July.
The Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse visitor center delivers the Jim Beam® distillery experience in the heart of Louisville. It includes a small working distillery, a bottling line, a tasting experience, a unique bottle your own bourbon experience with bourbon selected for the Urban Stillhouse and merchandise for sale. HOURS Monday through Thursday: Noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
32 locals recommend
Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse
404 S 4th St
32 locals recommend
The Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse visitor center delivers the Jim Beam® distillery experience in the heart of Louisville. It includes a small working distillery, a bottling line, a tasting experience, a unique bottle your own bourbon experience with bourbon selected for the Urban Stillhouse and merchandise for sale. HOURS Monday through Thursday: Noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
441 locals recommend
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
800 W Main St
441 locals recommend
106 locals recommend
Louisville Slugger Field
401 E Main St
106 locals recommend
Family entertainment center featuring the longest go-kart track in the world at over 1.5 miles! Also, miniature golf, batting cages, bumper boats & a huge air conditioned arcade and redemption center. Visit www.gokartkountry.com for more information.
11 locals recommend
Kart Kountry
315 Joe B. Hall Ave
11 locals recommend
Family entertainment center featuring the longest go-kart track in the world at over 1.5 miles! Also, miniature golf, batting cages, bumper boats & a huge air conditioned arcade and redemption center. Visit www.gokartkountry.com for more information.
Over 70 special events two weeks preceeding the Kentucky Derby!
Kentucky Derby Festival, Inc.
1001 S 3rd St
Over 70 special events two weeks preceeding the Kentucky Derby!
Take a tour of the newest distillery in Louisville, Angel's Envy (one of their tours is under $10).
171 locals recommend
Angel's Envy Distillery
500 E Main St
171 locals recommend
Take a tour of the newest distillery in Louisville, Angel's Envy (one of their tours is under $10).

Arts & Culture

The Frazier History Museum brings history to life every day through exhibits, artifacts and live performances. The Frazier tells the stories that matter most to Kentucky and the world, allowing visitors a chance to experience history along the way. HOURS Monday through Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
158 locals recommend
Frazier History Museum
829 W Main St
158 locals recommend
The Frazier History Museum brings history to life every day through exhibits, artifacts and live performances. The Frazier tells the stories that matter most to Kentucky and the world, allowing visitors a chance to experience history along the way. HOURS Monday through Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
Daily tours of Churchill Downs Racetrack, “The Greatest Race,”, a 360° media experience that will make your heart race and emotions soar, two floors of family-friendly interactive exhibits, our Resident Thoroughbred and miniature horse, Museum gift shop, Kentucky fare in the Derby Cafe, and much more! HOURS Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (March 15 - November 30) Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (December 1 - March 14) Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. year round
180 locals recommend
Kentucky Derby Museum
704 Central Avenue
180 locals recommend
Daily tours of Churchill Downs Racetrack, “The Greatest Race,”, a 360° media experience that will make your heart race and emotions soar, two floors of family-friendly interactive exhibits, our Resident Thoroughbred and miniature horse, Museum gift shop, Kentucky fare in the Derby Cafe, and much more! HOURS Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (March 15 - November 30) Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (December 1 - March 14) Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. year round
Whether you're an art aficionado or don't know a Dali from a Degas, you can find fresh inspiration and meaning at the Speed Art Museum. With modern architecture, expanded programing, interactive exhibits and inviting outdoor spaces, the Speed offers countless opportunities for everyone to create their own connections and experience art at their own speed. HOURS Wednesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday
289 locals recommend
The Speed Art Museum
2035 S 3rd St
289 locals recommend
Whether you're an art aficionado or don't know a Dali from a Degas, you can find fresh inspiration and meaning at the Speed Art Museum. With modern architecture, expanded programing, interactive exhibits and inviting outdoor spaces, the Speed offers countless opportunities for everyone to create their own connections and experience art at their own speed. HOURS Wednesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday
124 locals recommend
Proof On Main
702 W Main St
124 locals recommend
Set in the heart of historic Old Louisville, the country's largest collection of Victorian homes provide an elegant backdrop for this event.
13 locals recommend
St James Court Art Show
1402 S 4th St
13 locals recommend
Set in the heart of historic Old Louisville, the country's largest collection of Victorian homes provide an elegant backdrop for this event.
Walk into 21c Museum Hotel and check out the world-class contemporary art on displace. Cost is free.
122 locals recommend
21 US-31E
21 US-31E
122 locals recommend
Walk into 21c Museum Hotel and check out the world-class contemporary art on displace. Cost is free.

Food Scene

Uniquely Kentucky, offering fine Southern-inspired cuisine, 130+ bourbons & proudly celebrating over 200 years of Kentucky tradition.
49 locals recommend
Bourbons Bistro
2255 Frankfort Ave
49 locals recommend
Uniquely Kentucky, offering fine Southern-inspired cuisine, 130+ bourbons & proudly celebrating over 200 years of Kentucky tradition.
Located in the heart of Old Louisville, 610 Magnolia offers a unique combination of southern hospitality and urban sophistication. The six-course, pre-fixed, seasonal menu changes weekly, and has been praised as one of the area’s finest dining destination.
42 locals recommend
610 Magnolia
610 W Magnolia Ave
42 locals recommend
Located in the heart of Old Louisville, 610 Magnolia offers a unique combination of southern hospitality and urban sophistication. The six-course, pre-fixed, seasonal menu changes weekly, and has been praised as one of the area’s finest dining destination.
Come by and enjoy drinks in a newly expanded lounge, a beautiful outdoor garden, and dine off seasonal menus from chef Allen Heintzman, who, along with owner Andrew Smith, keeps 211 Clover Lane among the town’s top tables.
8 locals recommend
211 Clover Lane
211 Clover Ln
8 locals recommend
Come by and enjoy drinks in a newly expanded lounge, a beautiful outdoor garden, and dine off seasonal menus from chef Allen Heintzman, who, along with owner Andrew Smith, keeps 211 Clover Lane among the town’s top tables.
Some of the best donuts in Louisville
121 locals recommend
Nord's Bakery
2118 S Preston St
121 locals recommend
Some of the best donuts in Louisville
Try one of the "Best Chocolate Chip Cookies" at Please & Thank You. - a small-batch southern bakery and coffee house.
145 locals recommend
Please & Thank You
800 E Market St
145 locals recommend
Try one of the "Best Chocolate Chip Cookies" at Please & Thank You. - a small-batch southern bakery and coffee house.
Known for their Modjeskas (a caramel-covered marshmellow), Muth's Candies has been satisfying the city's sweet tooth since 1921. Cost: Under $1 each
12 locals recommend
Muth's Candies
630 E Market St
12 locals recommend
Known for their Modjeskas (a caramel-covered marshmellow), Muth's Candies has been satisfying the city's sweet tooth since 1921. Cost: Under $1 each
Who doesn't love a slushie? You can get a Bourbon Slushie at Feast BBQ in NuLu. Cost: Starting at $6
165 locals recommend
Feast BBQ
909 E Market St
165 locals recommend
Who doesn't love a slushie? You can get a Bourbon Slushie at Feast BBQ in NuLu. Cost: Starting at $6
Housed in a restored 1890s firehouse, the restaurant and bar is an official Urban Bourbon Trail stop and is stocked with more than 100 Kentucky Bourbons.
169 locals recommend
The Green Building Gallery
732 E Market St
169 locals recommend
Housed in a restored 1890s firehouse, the restaurant and bar is an official Urban Bourbon Trail stop and is stocked with more than 100 Kentucky Bourbons.
touted for its authentic artisan breads
120 locals recommend
Blue Dog Bakery & Cafe
2868 Frankfort Ave
120 locals recommend
touted for its authentic artisan breads
fine diner, traditional menu and special diet selections
74 locals recommend
North End Cafe
1722 Frankfort Ave
74 locals recommend
fine diner, traditional menu and special diet selections
They use all-natural chicken that is brined over-night, fried golden brown and sauced in your choice of our unique spice blends.
28 locals recommend
Joella's Hot Chicken St. Matthews
3400 Frankfort Ave
28 locals recommend
They use all-natural chicken that is brined over-night, fried golden brown and sauced in your choice of our unique spice blends.
The place to catch the big game on TV and grab some pub food.
51 locals recommend
The Hub
2235 Frankfort Ave
51 locals recommend
The place to catch the big game on TV and grab some pub food.
a steakhouse offering over a dozen cuts of steak, as well as lamb, chicken, seafood and pasta. When you’re ready to dine in style, reserve the “Louis booth,” which is made from 17 vintage Louis Vuitton bags complemented with LV logo painted walls, a period French bronze chandelier and velvet drapes.
75 locals recommend
Le Moo
2300 Lexington Rd
75 locals recommend
a steakhouse offering over a dozen cuts of steak, as well as lamb, chicken, seafood and pasta. When you’re ready to dine in style, reserve the “Louis booth,” which is made from 17 vintage Louis Vuitton bags complemented with LV logo painted walls, a period French bronze chandelier and velvet drapes.

Drinks & Nightlife

Fourth Street Live! is Louisville’s premier dining and entertainment destination located in the heart of historic downtown Louisville, KY.
229 locals recommend
Fourth Street Live!
411 S 4th St
229 locals recommend
Fourth Street Live! is Louisville’s premier dining and entertainment destination located in the heart of historic downtown Louisville, KY.
Locally owned and operated, HEADLINERS MUSIC HALL is the premiere live entertainment venue of Louisville, Kentucky.
37 locals recommend
Headliners Music Hall
1386 Lexington Rd
37 locals recommend
Locally owned and operated, HEADLINERS MUSIC HALL is the premiere live entertainment venue of Louisville, Kentucky.
Non-profit festival & events showcasing bourbon & Kentucky's best.
6 locals recommend
Kentucky Bourbon Festival Inc
114 N 5th St
6 locals recommend
Non-profit festival & events showcasing bourbon & Kentucky's best.
Enjoy a selection of creative libations and an eclectic mix of live entertainment, while taking in the atmosphere and humming energy 150 years in the making. Thrillist 2016 Best New Restaurant
106 locals recommend
Butchertown Grocery
743 E Washington St
106 locals recommend
Enjoy a selection of creative libations and an eclectic mix of live entertainment, while taking in the atmosphere and humming energy 150 years in the making. Thrillist 2016 Best New Restaurant
The Taj, beginning in 1999, evolved into an eclectic space populated with friends and family, musicians, antiquers, writers, revelers and just the plain ol’ curious.
41 locals recommend
Taj Louisville
807 E Market St
41 locals recommend
The Taj, beginning in 1999, evolved into an eclectic space populated with friends and family, musicians, antiquers, writers, revelers and just the plain ol’ curious.
8up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen, a dazzling outdoor + indoor all glass drinking and eating experience, offers the best in unparalleled views.
98 locals recommend
8UP Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen
350 W Chestnut St
98 locals recommend
8up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen, a dazzling outdoor + indoor all glass drinking and eating experience, offers the best in unparalleled views.
Veteran home brewers Leah Dienes, Paul Grignon and Bill Krauth have teamed up to open a new brewery in Butchertown. Their taproom, dubbed The Fallout Shelter, will serve up to 10 of their concoctions. 1612 Mellwood Ave., Louisville, KY 40206
31 locals recommend
Apocalypse Brew Works
1612 Mellwood Ave
31 locals recommend
Veteran home brewers Leah Dienes, Paul Grignon and Bill Krauth have teamed up to open a new brewery in Butchertown. Their taproom, dubbed The Fallout Shelter, will serve up to 10 of their concoctions. 1612 Mellwood Ave., Louisville, KY 40206
Stop by Goodwood Brewing Co. every Saturday for their weekly Bluegrass Jam with 502 Stringband, while enjoying a local craft beer. Admission is free.
35 locals recommend
Goodwood Brewing
636 E Main St
35 locals recommend
Stop by Goodwood Brewing Co. every Saturday for their weekly Bluegrass Jam with 502 Stringband, while enjoying a local craft beer. Admission is free.

Sightseeing

a great place for a stroll. Visiting on the final Friday of the month? Hop on the free trolley during the Frankfort Avenue Trolley Hop to visit shops, restaurants and galleries in Crescent Hill, Clifton and Butchertown.
8 locals recommend
Crescent Hill Reservoir
Reservoir Avenue
8 locals recommend
a great place for a stroll. Visiting on the final Friday of the month? Hop on the free trolley during the Frankfort Avenue Trolley Hop to visit shops, restaurants and galleries in Crescent Hill, Clifton and Butchertown.

Parks & Nature

Take a stroll or bike ride acorss the Big Four Bridge to Jeffersonville, Indiana. Cost is free.
78 locals recommend
Big Four Bridge Entrance
1101 River Rd
78 locals recommend
Take a stroll or bike ride acorss the Big Four Bridge to Jeffersonville, Indiana. Cost is free.

Shopping

10 locals recommend
Margaret's Consignment
2700 Frankfort Ave
10 locals recommend
This fair trade marketplace sells artisan handcrafted goods from over 45 countries.
16 locals recommend
Just Creations
2722 Frankfort Ave
16 locals recommend
This fair trade marketplace sells artisan handcrafted goods from over 45 countries.
If you’re searching for home items or gifts with Southern charm...
Urban Farm House Market
657 South Hurstbourne Parkway
If you’re searching for home items or gifts with Southern charm...
If you’re on the hunt for designer fashions...
Peacock Boutique
2828 Frankfort Ave
If you’re on the hunt for designer fashions...
For specialty Bourbon enhanced culinary delights...
16 locals recommend
Bourbon Barrel Foods Retail Store
1201 Frankfort Ave
16 locals recommend
For specialty Bourbon enhanced culinary delights...