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Things to do in Louisville
Home to a metropolitan population of around 1.27 million, Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky. To people who call this town home, Louisville is a center of historical pride and tradition, while being a contemporary city in every sense. To visitors, Louisville is a fascinating mix of southern and northern United States culture, full of old-world wonder and fast-pace modern metro values. Whether Louisville is like a second home to you already or you’re looking at your first visit to Derby City, you’re bound to be charmed over in a matter of hours. The longer you stay, the less you’ll want to leave. With attractions like Churchill Downs - home to the Kentucky Derby, Muhammad Ali Center, Louisville Zoo, Old Louisville, Fourth Street Live!, the beautiful Waterfront Park and the new KFC Yum! Center, this bustling center is in no shortage of good times. Whatever brings you to town, you’ll be glad you came to beautiful Louisville.
Attractions and Sights
Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville is dedicated to the life an principles of the great boxing champ for which it's named.
Louisville Science Center is a large interactive facility dedicated to fun in science for all ages.
Belle of Louisville & Spirit of Jefferson are two well-known steamboats that make for a great way to see Louisville.
Parks and Outdoor Activities
Waterfront Park lines the Ohio River in Louisville and is a local fovorite spot to enjoy picnics, walks, live music and more.
Louisville Zoo is home to over 1300 animals and sees 900,000 visitors per year.
Landmarks
Old Louisville is a National Historic District, famous for the many Victorian buildings in its 50 blocks.
Louisville City Hall is a beloved historic icon of the city.
Shopping
The Highlands is a great arts and shopping district in Louisville.
Festivals and Events
Kentucky Derby Festival last two weeks before the Kentucky Derby and features all kinds of activities in Louisville.
Abbey Road on the River in Louisville is the world's largest festival dedicated to The Beatles.
Arts and Entertainment
The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts in Louisville is home to major arts organizations and hosts dozens of events each year.
Fourth Street Live! is an entertainment and shopping complex in Louisville.
Nightlife
Headliners in Louisville is a popular nightspot featuring live music.
Convention Centers
Kentucky International Convention Center is the city's main convention-purposed facility.
Kentucky Exposition Center is one of the largest facilities of it's kind in the country.
Arenas and Stadiums
KFC Yum! Center will be home to the Louisville Cardinals NCAA basketball team.
Churchill Downs is a famous thoroughbred horse racing track in Loiusville.
Freedom Hall is part of the Kentucky Exposition Center and host many sports and other events throughout each year.
Louisville Slugger Field hosts major events like concerts and games for the Louisville Bats of AAA minor league baseball.
Food and Drink
The Grape Leaf is a great, inexpensive Mediterrenean diner in Louisville.