Lake Forest Travel Guide
Louisville
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Popular places to visit
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 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: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Pour Your Own Candle Making Experience with Blending & Education
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Top hotels in Lake Forest
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"Enjoyed our stay and location."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"What started off as a continuation of a great trip to Louisville quickly devolved when we checked into The Galt. Immediately, there was no where to pull in and check-in, so we had to park and come upstairs to the lobby. When we got checked in they put us in the tower across the street, but would ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"Complete dump. Don’t understand how they even stay open. There is a helicopter pad in the parking lot. Very interesting. Don’t think it’s seen a helicopter in years or maybe decades. I would have been interested to ask about it but good luck with that as there were enough problems getting questions ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
"Todo bueno"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
"This was a first visit to a casino hotel. What a great surprise! Great modern foyer space with secure access to the elevators - keycard only provided access to the actual floor. Large reception desk with the area opening up to the casino floor. Personnel could be trained to provide a "welcome story" ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
"Everything was perfect but parking lot around the hotel. It confused the lot signs and my car towed a way and got back midnight before we checked out. Law, law it's not very convenient for the tourists at all."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Lake Forest
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.
Jeffersontown
Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.
St. Matthews
St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Saint Matthews Pavilion Shopping Center.
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.
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.
