Southville Travel Guide
Louisville
Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening in Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
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 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
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 Southville
Capital Plaza Hotel
Property was under renovations- Our room was ok. Water pressure in the shower was poor. They were aware there were 3 in the room and we were using the sofa bed which was a tight squeeze and no room to get out of the bed. Plus there were no extra sheets or pillows until we asked. Plugs were all loose ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Delegate
Charming and elegant inn in great historic location. Friendly staff, beautifully appointed room with very comfortable bed and linens. Streaming-only tv a bit cumbersome to work. On site bar and restaurant very nice. Off site parking was no cost and easy walk to local shops and restaurants
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Frankfort
The outside of the building looked horrible, the hotel looked like they let anybody stay there. The office was tacky, parking lot was horrible. The beds and rooms are too small. I will not stay there ever again. The double charged me on my room.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Shelbyville by IHG
We really enjoyed our stay here!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Best Western Shelbyville Lodge
Very nice place to stay. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hampton Inn Simpsonville
The hotel was amazing. The room was very clean. The breakfast was amazing. The only downfalls were one elevator was out of service which just left one to operate for the entire hotel, the pool had visible brown stains which made it uninviting and a few of the exterior doors were broken so you couldnt ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southville
Middletown
Middletown is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Village Square Shopping Center and Eastgate Shopping 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.
Cherokee Triangle
While there might not be top attractions in Cherokee Triangle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall.
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 Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall.
Irish Hill
While Irish Hill isn't home to many top sights, Headliners Music Hall and Mellwood Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
