West Main Historic District Travel Guide
Louisville
Visit West Main Historic District
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Fourth Street Live!
You can do some window-shopping at Fourth Street Live! during your visit to Louisville. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
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.
Things to do
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Top hotels in West Main Historic District
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
It was very good, I enjoyed the room service
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
We stay at the Omni every year for Thunder over Louisville.. wouldn’t imagine staying any other place
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown, KY
The property was lovely. The rooms were extremely clean, but what made my experience top-tier….. Were the employees!!! There were three people that I saw working during my stay. They were all African-American. There was a Lady, a younger gentleman and an older gentleman. All of them were just wonderful. ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Very nice and clean room. Friendly staff!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown
Gg
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Aloft Louisville Downtown
Everyone was so helpful and friendly. The stay was so enjoyable and the food was excellent. I will be looking for Aloft hotels to stay at in my future travels.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
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 Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.
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.
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.
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.
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.
