Valley Station 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 lively festivals 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.
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.
Whiskey Row
Learn about the local history of Louisville with a stop at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
Pour Your Own Candle Making Experience with Blending & Education
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Top hotels in Valley Station
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"I thought the hotel was very nice. A little bit dated but clean. The front desk staff was very nice. The room was huge because opted for the bigger room with a king bed. I would stay there again. The breakfast was just ok."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"This hotel never disappoints. Clean, comfortable, quiet, and convenient location. Enjoyed the sitting area in the bar and the burger we had there was delicious. When traveling to Louisville, we will always stay at this hotel"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
"Goof"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"Room was great, the indoor pool is great fun. The price is unbeatable!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
"We stayed here for one night on our way to Tennessee from WI. It was a wonderful stay for the night. Everything was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
"The Breakfast bar was the best I ever had. They had flavored creamer, and a lot high end restaurants don't have flavor creamer. The room was big. I had an accessible room, and I was able to move around the room with my rollator."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Valley Station
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.
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.
Fairgrounds
While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Kentucky Kingdom and Freedom Hall.
