West Main Historic District Travel Guide
Louisville
Visit West Main Historic District
Popular places to visit
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.
Whiskey Row
Learn about the local history of Louisville with a stop at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Muhammad Ali Center
One of the world’s greatest boxers continues providing inspiration beyond the world of sport. Understand this superstar by visiting this center honoring him.
Belle of Louisville
For a nostalgic trip, cruise down a mighty river on this authentic steamboat that has carried tourists, tradesmen and cattle for over a century.
Frazier International History Museum
Get to know Louisville with a visit to this esteemed museum. It’s a great spot for social interaction as well.
Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a pleasant night at the opera or attend a concert, live dance or stage production at this glass-fronted venue in downtown Louisville.
Things to do
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
Top hotels in West Main Historic District
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
We enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Omni Louisville Hotel
Easy check in, friendly staff, clean and elegant.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Wonderful stay..the hotel is close to where we wanted to be.. like Louisville slugger etc..
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
The room was clean, staff was very friendly and I will stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row
Parking was really the only challenge at this hotel. The room was beautiful and spacious. The main lobby had great seating, bar and convenient store for essentials and snacks. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG
Hotel bar
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around West Main Historic District
Downtown Louisville
Downtown Louisville is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ohio River Valley and Whiskey Row.
Phoenix Hill
While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Market District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Market District and surrounding area, you can visit Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House.
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.
Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ohio River Valley and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while in the area.
Shelby Park
Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Broadway Theatre and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
