What to do in Northern Kentucky, KY

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Belle of Louisville which includes a river or creek, a ferry and a sunset
Belle of Louisville which includes a bay or harbour, a ferry and a bridge
Muhammad Ali Center showing modern architecture and night scenes
Louisville featuring signage
Newport showing signage

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Louisville showing street scenes and signage as well as a small group of people

Downtown Louisville

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The cultural heart of the city beats with baseball, boxing and music, with sporting fields, live bands and a center for Muhammad Ali, the city’s most famous son.

Downtown Louisville
Lexington featuring farmland and tranquil scenes

Downtown Lexington

While visiting Downtown Lexington, you might make a stop by sights like Downtown Arts Center and Lexington Opera House.

Downtown Lexington
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Jeffersontown

Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Danger Run while you're in town.

Jeffersontown
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Fairgrounds

While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

Fairgrounds
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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.

St. Matthews
Louisville Science Center which includes outdoor art

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.

West Main Historic District

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