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Each year, horse enthusiasts hoof it to Louisville and Churchill Downs, the legendary home of the Kentucky Derby. In addition to equestrian endeavours and bluegrass roots, Louisville boasts a range of exciting attractions the whole family can enjoy. Stroll through Central Park, in the historic district, to people-watch and get a real feel for the city. Visit other nearby parks for hiking, biking and fossil-hunting. Baseball fans will love the Louisville Slugger Museum, a celebration of the sport's legends. The museum is easy to spot, just look for the enormous bat that leans against the building.
 
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During race time, many hotels offer combined room and ticket packages.

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TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten track, but all are worth a visit.
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Churchill Downs: This beautiful racetrack has been the home of the Kentucky Derby since 1875.
Address: 700 Central Avenue, Louisville, Kentucky
Phone: 502 636 4400
Admission fee
MuseumsMuseums
Kentucky Derby Museum: Visitors can experience what it's like to be a jockey when they climb aboard a "horse" and take a simulated derby ride. Other museum highlights include a 360-degree audio-visual presentation and a walking tour of Churchill Downs.
Address: 704 Central Avenue, Louisville, Kentucky
Phone: 502-637-7097
Admission fee; Closed on Derby Day
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory: A six-storey-high bat leaning against the building, draws visitors to this museum which features a bat archive and reproduced dugout.
Address: 800 West Main St., Louisville, Kentucky
Phone: 877 775 8443
Admission fee; Closed December-March
Outdoor recreationOutdoor recreation
Cherokee Park: Less hilly and grassier than its local cousins, Cherokee Park is mostly open meadows and woods.
Address: Willow Avenue and Cherokee Parkway , Louisville, Kentucky
Free
Falls of the Ohio State Park: Dating back 386 million years, the Falls of Ohio are among the world's largest naturally exposed fossil beds.
Address: 201 West Riverside Dr., Exit 0, Interstate 65, Clarksville, Indiana
Phone: 812-280-9970
Admission fee
RestaurantsRestaurants
The Oakroom: This award-winning restaurant is one of the finest dining experiences in Kentucky. A seasonal menu features local ingredients and the service is top notch.
Address: 500 S 4TH St, Louisville, Kentucky
Phone: (502) 807-3463
Try the champagne brunch buffet on Sunday.
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Our editorial team selected local hotels and resorts that have good reputations and good deals. Because we know travellers' budgets differ vastly, we chose hotels at different price points rather than listing the city's top five hotels, which might all be in the same price range.
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Seelbach Hilton
Popularity index: #25 in Louisville
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Hyatt Regency Louisville
Popularity index: #30 in Louisville
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Embassy Suites Hotel Louisville
Popularity index: #1 in Louisville
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The Brown Hotel
Popularity index: #16 in Louisville
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Days Inn Suites Louisville Airport SW
Popularity index: #9 in Louisville
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SpringHill Suites - Louisville Hurstbourne/North
Popularity index: #34 in Louisville
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Recommended Reading
"A sure bet! Louisville's winning charm"  msnbc.msn.com / Frommer's, 17 Jun 2007
The home of the Kentucky Derby is worth wagering a day on.
"As for appeal, Louisville can be a slugger"  latimes.com / Chicago Tribune, 2 May 2007
This visitor-friendly town has a vibrant downtown, lovely riverfront park, unique museums and variety of cultural performances.
"Louisville Old and New: Either Way, It's a Knockout"  Washington Post (free registration required), 20 Aug 2006
Louisville offers a great mix of classic and new attractions.
"Louisville puts out its best during Derby season"  USA Today/Associated Press, 5 Apr 2006
Louisville is getting ready to host another Kentucky Derby.
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