Algonquin 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
Fourth Street Live!
You can do some window-shopping at Fourth Street Live! during your visit to Louisville. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.
Things to do
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Pour Your Own Candle Making Experience with Blending & Education
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
Top hotels in Algonquin
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The room and area was great. The included breakfast with my booking was a joke.. the only restaurant that was open for the breakfast only had buffet so they did not honor our voucher
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
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Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
All worked
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Staff was nice and helpful. Room was clean. There was a slight odor in the hallways, but overall enjoyed my stay. Would/Will stay here again
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Front desk staff was difficult to understand, pool was very nice but the bar overlooks it which was a touch uncomfortable, website said breakfast included but it was not. Room was nice and clean , the blankets were basically just sheets though and it was chilly, no microwaves in room which is difficult ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
We let hotel staff know we would be checking in late, and they said that would not be a problem. However, there was not a room available for us when we arrived. We were told they had to put a room out of commission and there were no more available. No one tried to contact us prior to arrival to let ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Algonquin
University
If you're spending some time in University, L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium and Ulmer Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Shelby Park
Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Landward House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Conrad-Caldwell House Museum.
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.
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.
