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What to DO in Louisville

There’s a saying in Louisville that goes something like this –the question isn’t what to do, it’s what to do next. Before and after the event, there are endless things to see and do. And for those who bring their spouses and families, there is a wide variety of offerings for the young and the young at heart.

Start off by seeing the place where art and history comes to life and greets you on the street. Museum Row on Main houses nine original attractions all within a six-block radius that is easily walked. The Muhammad Ali Center tells the story of Louisville’s own native son.  America’s pastime comes alive at the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory. It’s all things Kentucky at the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft.  Science is fun at the Louisville Science Center.  Artistic glass is to be seen to be believed at Glassworks. Daniel Boone, George Washington, Teddy Roosevelt, General George Custer and Geronimo have stories to tell at the Frazier History Museum. Contemporary art is the focus at 21C Museum Hotel.  See what makes Kentucky shine at the KentuckyShow!, then stick around and see  a Broadway show at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts. Top off the day and celebrate Louisville’s bourbon heritage by raising a glass at 14 world-famous bars and restaurants along the Urban Bourbon Trail. This passport program rewards visitors who complete the trail with some special bourbon merchandise.

Exploring our endless possibilities will work up an appetite – so you’re in the right city. Louisville has steadily gained notice as one of the country’s most vital restaurant scenes. Visitors from around the world are astounded by the variety and quality of fine dining offered in the area by chefs, many who have taken regional cuisine to a nationally recognized level. The arena district in downtown Louisville is quickly becoming the place to eat, drink and be merry. Five new restaurants have opened in the past year, with several more to open soon. A stop at any of the “Louisville Originals” promises a great dining experience. This collection of over 50 locally-owned and independent restaurants showcases the vitality of Louisville dining.   f you want to combine dining and entertainment, then Fourth Street Live! is the place to be. Located in the heart of downtown this is the city’s premier dining and entertainment district. On and off the beaten path, whatever your interest, there’s always something going on in Louisville.

And no visit to Louisville is complete until you have experienced the world-famous Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby Museum. The Kentucky Derby Museum completed a multi-million dollar renovation in 2010. The museum showcases everything Kentucky Derby - fashion, hats, traditions, celebrity appearances, and insights from the horse trainers themselves. It’s the next best thing to being at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May for the actual “run for the roses.”   A great stop for family fun!  The museum is also the exclusive tour provider for historic Churchill Downs offering three different tours of the track.

There’s a lot to do in Louisville…as in, whatever you want.

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  1. 1792 Barton Distillery

    501 Cathedral Manor , Bardstown, KY|Bardstown, KY|Entertainment, Distilleries, Tours

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    Open year round. Tours are hourly on the hour: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tour the only fully operating distillery in Bardstown. Tours show the inner workings of how our bourb...

  2. 21c Museum

    700 West Main Street , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Dining, Entertainment, Arts - Visual , Attractions, Educational Tours/Museum, American

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    21c Museum is dedicated to collecting and exhibiting the very best work of living artists from all over the world. With over 9,000 square feet of exhibition space, as well as a dedicated video lounge...

  3. A Reader's Corner

    2044 Frankfort Ave. , Louisville, KY|Frankfort Ave.|Shopping, Music, Books & Entertainment, Retail - Specialty Stores, Shopping

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    Full service book sellers since 1997, offering used and new books in almost every category. New books discounted 20%. For more information visit www.areaderscorner.com or call (502) 897-5578.

  4. A Taste of Kentucky

    11800 Shelbyville Rd. , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Shopping, Services, Motorcoach Friendly, Retail - Specialty Stores, Shopping

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    Traditional Kentucky foods & crafts in unique gift baskets. Quality souvenirs. 3 convenient locations - 11800 Shelbyville Rd., Mall St. Matthews, & 400 W. Market St.

  5. Actors Theatre of Louisville

    316 W. Main St. , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Entertainment, Arts - Performing

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    Entertaining comedies, dramas & musicals including annual favorites - Dracula, A Christmas Carol & the Humana Festival of New American Plays. Discount rates for groups. Banquet spaces available for y...

  6. Actors Theatre of Louisville

    316 W. Main St. , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Entertainment, Services, Attractions, Motorcoach Friendly

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    Entertaining comedies, dramas & musicals including aannual favorites - Dracula, A Christmas Carol & the Humana Festival of New American Plays. Discount rates for groups. Banquet spaces available for ...

  7. Against the Grain Brewery and Smokehouse

    401 E. Main St. @ Slugger Field, Louisville, KY|Downtown|Dining, Entertainment, Distilleries, Barbeque

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    Louisville's only brewer-owned brewery is, like most worthwhile undertakings, the product of dissatisfaction with the status quo. The Louisville area has had a number of quality brewpubs for some tim...

  8. Ah, Whatta 'Bout Mimi!

    701 W. Market St. , Louisvillle, KY|Downtown|Shopping, Candy/Confectionary, Retail - Specialty Stores, Shopping

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    Come and see us at 7th and W. Market in downtown Louisville. Gourmet chocolates, fudge, Jelly Belly's, taffy and KY Proud products. Create a gift basket that is perfect! Balloons decorating and sc...

  9. American Printing House for the Blind

    1839 Frankfort Ave. PO BOX 6085, Louisville, KY|Frankfort Ave.|Entertainment, Services, Educational Tours/Museum, Motorcoach Friendly

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    World’s largest nonprofit company that creates products and services for blind or visually impaired people. Offers free guided factory and museum tour Mon-Thurs, 10AM and 2PM. Reservations not needed...

  10. Art Eatables

    631 S. Fourth Street , Louisville, KY|Downtown|Shopping, Candy/Confectionary, Gourmet Markets, Retail - Specialty Stores

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    Kentucky’s premiere bourbon chocolatier! If you are looking for a small company dedicated to making small batches of balanced bourbon chocolate truffles, you have found the right place! Art Eatables...