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Louisville is Kentucky’s largest city and is located just south of the Indiana border. Named after King Louis XVI of France and on the banks of the Ohio River, the Louisville area now boasts a population in excess of half a million and many Louisville, Kentucky hotels. The Louisville International Airport (SDF) serves a wide area and offers flights to many destinations, making it easy and affordable to visit. Use our search tabs at the top of this page to select one of the Louisville KY hotels near the airport if you desire. UPS has its international hub here, giving the airport a high cargo and air freight ranking. Getting around the city is easy as I-65, I-71 and I-64 all intersect here.
Annual excitement is found at the world-famous Kentucky Derby and visitors enjoy the year-round Museum at Churchill Downs. In addition to horse racing, Kentucky is often touted for its bourbon and bluegrass music. Area bourbon distilleries often offer guided tours of their facilities which tell the history of Kentucky bourbon and the slow process of crafting the famous spirit. A third of the country’s bourbon is made in the Louisville area, including Maker’s Mark, Wild Turkey and Jim Beam. Bluegrass music is celebrated at many annual events throughout the year.
Several historic attractions and landmarks may be found here, and many are listed on the National Register of Historic Places including Thomas Edison House and Locust Grove. The Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory features the world’s biggest bat and honors baseball’s best hitters. The Muhammad Ali Center is another must-see attraction, paying tribute to the boxing legend who once made his home here.
Louisville is filled with family-friendly attractions. Have a wet and wild adventure with winding water slides, relaxing wave pool and a kid’s area at Atlantis Water Park. Perhaps you would enjoy seeing the amazing Seal and Sea Lion habitat at the Louisville Zoo or engage your mind with interactive exhibits at the Louisville Science Center. You will find a variety of discount hotels around these family-oriented sites. Remember, you can use our blue Attractions tab at the top of this page to find hotels close to the places where you plan to spend most of your time. A little advance planning will help you in the long run!
Taking a cruise on the Belle of Louisville, in operation for almost a century, gives you a feel for how goods have been transported on the river for years. Now the Steamer Belle is available for your relaxation and entertainment, so consider a lunch or dinner sightseeing cruise just for fun!
The fun doesn’t have to stop after the sun goes down! Louisville nightlife is always hopping. A variety of choices are offered in the area including the Comedy Caravan and Stevie Ray’s Blues Bar. Fourth Street Live! is hopping day and night with its shopping, dining and entertainment choices in historic downtown Louisville. You will also find many stylish hotels with urban flair in this area, perfect for business travelers and often with cheap weekend rates for sightseers.
Whether you choose to visit Louisville for horse racing, history or just to relax, you will find much to keep you busy. Let OneTravelSource help you with your travelling plans!
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