Things to Do in Louisville
If you don’t make it to Louisville for the annual Kentucky Derby, don’t worry. There’s a great Churchill Downs tour, including a 360˚ views of the Derby. And, the city boasts over 120 other attractions and activities for visitors. To make the most of a Louisville stay, pick up a Louisville travel guide.
Walking and driving tours offer glimpses into of the city’s historic mansions and sites. Tour the factory where the famous Louisville Slugger is made and see the world’s largest baseball bat. Visit the inspirational Muhammad Ali Center. Learn about Kentucky caves at the American Cave Museum .Search for authentic dinosaur fossils and walk among 100 life-sized dinosaurs at the Fossil Dig. Dance inside video art among the 13,000 pieces on display at The Speed Art Museum. A few steps away, head for the Gheens Science Center and Rauch Planetarium. Step back in time in the historic district and visit the Sons of the American Revolution Historical Museum. Cruise the river on the Belle of Louisville, the oldest operating sternwheeler steamboat in existence.
Over 2,500 Louisville restaurants feature menus to satisfy any appetite and budget. Sample Louisville dining specialties like the Hot Brown, an open-faced turkey and bacon sandwich smothered in a rich cheese sauce. Top it off with a modjeska, a sweet treat marshmallow dipped in caramel, or a slice of worth-every-calorie Derby Pie.
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