Highlands Travel Guide

Louisville

Photo by Melanie Rudolph
Photo by Melanie Rudolph
Photo by Abby Fieldhouse
Photo by Abby Fieldhouse

Popular places to visit

Kentucky Exposition Center

Kentucky Exposition Center

Learn about the events happening in Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Kentucky Exposition Center
Churchill Downs featuring horse riding and land animals as well as a small group of people

Churchill Downs

Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.

Churchill Downs
Louisville Slugger Museum featuring interior views

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 Slugger Museum
Louisville Zoo

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 Zoo
Louisville Mega Cavern showing caves

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.

Louisville Mega Cavern
Whiskey Row

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.

Whiskey Row

Things to do

Historic Charm Tour: Food & History in the Victorian Highlands

Historic Charm Tour: Food & History in the Victorian Highlands

Rp2.251.105
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Historic Charm Tour: Food & History in the Victorian Highlands
3-Hour Private Food and Bourbon Walking Tour in Louisville

Louisville: Private Guided Food, Bourbon & History Walking Tour

Rp5.668.250
per adult
Louisville: Private Guided Food, Bourbon & History Walking Tour
Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour

Rp421.070
per adult
Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour
Where every day is Derby Day!

Kentucky Derby Museum General Admission Ticket

Rp356.290
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kentucky Derby Museum General Admission Ticket
Louisville: NuLu District Food and History Tour

Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District

Rp2.089.155
per adult
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour

Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail

Rp1.052.675
per adult
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail
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Top hotels in Highlands

The Myriad Hotel Louisville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Myriad Hotel Louisville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
900 Baxter Ave, Louisville, KY
The price is Rp2.063.762 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.063.762
Rp2.428.223 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Louisville. Enjoy 3 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Fourth Street ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (205 reviews)
"The Myriad is welcoming and very well designed! It’s in fun neighborhood and we had easy free parking on the street. Right away we met a neighborhood ambassador! What a cool area! All of the staff were friendly and down to earth! Above all it was quiet! I would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

The Myriad Hotel Louisville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

4 out of 5
140 North Fourth Street, Louisville, KY
The price is Rp2.022.209 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp2.022.209
Rp2.379.331 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,484 reviews)
"The elevators and escalators were fun. When times were less busy it was nice to quickly get from garage to the room. All needs were met and staff was helpful. The room and stairwells could use some deep cleaning. Maybe some fresh paint and fresh air and more lighting in the stairwells. Overall it ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

3.5 out of 5
830 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY
The price is Rp1.808.745 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.808.745
Rp2.128.168 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (689 reviews)
"Sheena and the manager (I believe his name is Aaron) were extremely friendly and accommodating. I was having some issues with third-party payment and I am sure I appeared stressed out. Beyond offering me any difference in rate, I received a complimentary breakfast for my 2 kids and I (2 days) as ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Omni Louisville Hotel

Omni Louisville Hotel

4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street, Louisville, KY
The price is Rp2.594.164 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp2.594.164
Rp3.052.293 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,524 reviews)
"The property is expansive. A bit much for my taste but the staff was friendly. What I didn't care for is paying for Wi-Fi, which is usually included during one's stay. Their notification system needs upgrading. We happen to leave our room at 9:30a and took off the DND sign off our door. On the way ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
800 W Market St, Louisville, KY
The price is Rp1.629.500 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.629.500
Rp1.917.270 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,490 reviews)
"Location cleanliness"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG
Tempo By Hilton Louisville Downtown Nulu

Tempo By Hilton Louisville Downtown Nulu

3.5 out of 5
710 E Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.063.762 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.063.762
Rp2.428.221 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Fourth ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (664 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and comfortable. The front desk staff were friendly and professional. The food in the restaurant on the top floor was excellent but a little pricy. The only problem during my stay was that 6 cars were broken into in their parking garage. Nothing stolen, vandalism only. Luckily ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Tempo By Hilton Louisville Downtown Nulu
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Other neighbourhoods around Highlands

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Germantown

Though Germantown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Headliners Music Hall and Nulu Market Place.

Germantown
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Tyler Park

While Tyler Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Headliners Music Hall and Nulu Market Place.

Tyler Park
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Cherokee Triangle

While there might not be top attractions in Cherokee Triangle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Headliners Music Hall and Historic Frankfort Avenue.

Cherokee Triangle
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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.

Smoketown Jackson
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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.

Phoenix Hill
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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.

East Market District

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