Old Louisville Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Conrad-Caldwell House Museum
Learn about history as you tour this magnificent mansion in the surroundings of a busy metropolis. Be alert for its alleged supernatural hosts.
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.
Things to do
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Bourbon Tour (03) : Buffalo Trace, Woodford, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Other
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
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 Old Louisville
Hotel Louisville
"The hotel was sketchy, old, needs a upgrade, the lady at the front desk rude, unfriendly, I asked a question and I felt like I bothered her. Parking lot scary needs more lighting. Room was okay heard a lot of noises all night. The whole vibe just didn't feel right. Inside the hotel stinky, for that ..."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport
"This hotel was an ideal location regarding proximity to the University and the track meet I was there for. It was a good price - especially considering the stay includes breakfast: (coffe/tea/juice, cereal, toast, some eggs, make it yourself waffles etc). The place is fairly run down (which i knew ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"The large area around the indoor pool made it attractive. There is a lot of glass around the area which gives the effect of an outdoor pool. The desk employees were very helpful. We enjoyed our breakfast at Al's large restaurant. The server helped us start our day with her upbeat personality."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Nice clean rooms. Just wish there was a microwave."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"Check reviews....I would rather sleep in a park bench.. at least no bedbugs"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
"The hotel was clean and spacious. I would stay there again."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Louisville
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.
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.
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.
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 Du Pont Manual Stadium and Ulmer Stadium.
Germantown
Though Germantown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Du Pont Manual Stadium and Headliners Music Hall.
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.
