Guidebook for Louisville
Entertainment & Activities
Copper & Kings American Brandy Company
1121 E Washington StDating back thousands of years, its a constant 56 degrees year round. Take a tour of Americas newest show cave and see:
- diverse ecosystems
- ice age bones
- walking tour with boat ride
- amazing waterfall
- various formations
- great heights and depths
Located conveniently located outside historic Corydon, Indiana and just 5 minutes off 1-64.
HOURS
Open at 9 am every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Close at 5 pm with extended hours mid June through July.
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Indiana Caverns
1267 Green Acres Dr SWDating back thousands of years, its a constant 56 degrees year round. Take a tour of Americas newest show cave and see:
- diverse ecosystems
- ice age bones
- walking tour with boat ride
- amazing waterfall
- various formations
- great heights and depths
Located conveniently located outside historic Corydon, Indiana and just 5 minutes off 1-64.
HOURS
Open at 9 am every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Close at 5 pm with extended hours mid June through July.
The Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse visitor center delivers the Jim Beam® distillery experience in the heart of Louisville. It includes a small working distillery, a bottling line, a tasting experience, a unique bottle your own bourbon experience with bourbon selected for the Urban Stillhouse and merchandise for sale.
HOURS
Monday through Thursday: Noon to 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse
404 S 4th StThe Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse visitor center delivers the Jim Beam® distillery experience in the heart of Louisville. It includes a small working distillery, a bottling line, a tasting experience, a unique bottle your own bourbon experience with bourbon selected for the Urban Stillhouse and merchandise for sale.
HOURS
Monday through Thursday: Noon to 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Museo y Fábrica de Louisville Slugger
800 W Main StLouisville Slugger Field
401 E Main StFamily entertainment center featuring the longest go-kart track in the world at over 1.5 miles! Also, miniature golf, batting cages, bumper boats & a huge air conditioned arcade and redemption center. Visit www.gokartkountry.com for more information.
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Kart Kountry
315 Joe B. Hall AveFamily entertainment center featuring the longest go-kart track in the world at over 1.5 miles! Also, miniature golf, batting cages, bumper boats & a huge air conditioned arcade and redemption center. Visit www.gokartkountry.com for more information.
Kentucky Derby Festival, Inc.
1001 S 3rd StOver 70 special events two weeks preceeding the Kentucky Derby!
Take a tour of the newest distillery in Louisville, Angel's Envy (one of their tours is under $10).
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Angel's Envy Distillery
500 E Main StTake a tour of the newest distillery in Louisville, Angel's Envy (one of their tours is under $10).
Arts & Culture
The Frazier History Museum brings history to life every day through exhibits, artifacts and live performances. The Frazier tells the stories that matter most to Kentucky and the world, allowing visitors a chance to experience history along the way.
HOURS
Monday through Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
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Museo de Historia Frazier
829 W Main StThe Frazier History Museum brings history to life every day through exhibits, artifacts and live performances. The Frazier tells the stories that matter most to Kentucky and the world, allowing visitors a chance to experience history along the way.
HOURS
Monday through Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
Daily tours of Churchill Downs Racetrack, “The Greatest Race,”, a 360° media experience that will make your heart race and emotions soar, two floors of family-friendly interactive exhibits, our Resident Thoroughbred and miniature horse, Museum gift shop, Kentucky fare in the Derby Cafe, and much more!
HOURS
Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (March 15 - November 30)
Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (December 1 - March 14)
Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. year round
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Kentucky Derby Museum
704 Central AvenueDaily tours of Churchill Downs Racetrack, “The Greatest Race,”, a 360° media experience that will make your heart race and emotions soar, two floors of family-friendly interactive exhibits, our Resident Thoroughbred and miniature horse, Museum gift shop, Kentucky fare in the Derby Cafe, and much more!
HOURS
Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (March 15 - November 30)
Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (December 1 - March 14)
Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. year round
Whether you're an art aficionado or don't know a Dali from a Degas, you can find fresh inspiration and meaning at the Speed Art Museum. With modern architecture, expanded programing, interactive exhibits and inviting outdoor spaces, the Speed offers countless opportunities for everyone to create their own connections and experience art at their own speed.
HOURS
Wednesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed Monday and Tuesday
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El Museo de Arte de la Velocidad
2035 S 3rd StWhether you're an art aficionado or don't know a Dali from a Degas, you can find fresh inspiration and meaning at the Speed Art Museum. With modern architecture, expanded programing, interactive exhibits and inviting outdoor spaces, the Speed offers countless opportunities for everyone to create their own connections and experience art at their own speed.
HOURS
Wednesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Proof On Main
702 W Main StSet in the heart of historic Old Louisville, the country's largest collection of Victorian homes provide an elegant backdrop for this event.
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St James Court Art Show
1402 S 4th StSet in the heart of historic Old Louisville, the country's largest collection of Victorian homes provide an elegant backdrop for this event.
Walk into 21c Museum Hotel and check out the world-class contemporary art on displace. Cost is free.
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21 US-31E
21 US-31EWalk into 21c Museum Hotel and check out the world-class contemporary art on displace. Cost is free.
Food Scene
Uniquely Kentucky, offering fine Southern-inspired cuisine, 130+ bourbons & proudly celebrating over 200 years of Kentucky tradition.
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Bourbons Bistro
2255 Frankfort AveUniquely Kentucky, offering fine Southern-inspired cuisine, 130+ bourbons & proudly celebrating over 200 years of Kentucky tradition.
Located in the heart of Old Louisville, 610 Magnolia offers a unique combination of southern hospitality and urban sophistication. The six-course, pre-fixed, seasonal menu changes weekly, and has been praised as one of the area’s finest dining destination.
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610 Magnolia
610 W Magnolia AveLocated in the heart of Old Louisville, 610 Magnolia offers a unique combination of southern hospitality and urban sophistication. The six-course, pre-fixed, seasonal menu changes weekly, and has been praised as one of the area’s finest dining destination.
Come by and enjoy drinks in a newly expanded lounge, a beautiful outdoor garden, and dine off seasonal menus from chef Allen Heintzman, who, along with owner Andrew Smith, keeps 211 Clover Lane among the town’s top tables.
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211 Clover Lane
211 Clover LnCome by and enjoy drinks in a newly expanded lounge, a beautiful outdoor garden, and dine off seasonal menus from chef Allen Heintzman, who, along with owner Andrew Smith, keeps 211 Clover Lane among the town’s top tables.
Nord's Bakery
2118 S Preston StSome of the best donuts in Louisville
Try one of the "Best Chocolate Chip Cookies" at Please & Thank You. - a small-batch southern bakery and coffee house.
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Please & Thank You
800 E Market StTry one of the "Best Chocolate Chip Cookies" at Please & Thank You. - a small-batch southern bakery and coffee house.
Known for their Modjeskas (a caramel-covered marshmellow), Muth's Candies has been satisfying the city's sweet tooth since 1921. Cost: Under $1 each
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Muth's Candies
630 E Market StKnown for their Modjeskas (a caramel-covered marshmellow), Muth's Candies has been satisfying the city's sweet tooth since 1921. Cost: Under $1 each
Who doesn't love a slushie? You can get a Bourbon Slushie at Feast BBQ in NuLu. Cost: Starting at $6
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Feast BBQ
909 E Market StWho doesn't love a slushie? You can get a Bourbon Slushie at Feast BBQ in NuLu. Cost: Starting at $6
Housed in a restored 1890s firehouse, the restaurant and bar is an official Urban Bourbon Trail stop and is stocked with more than 100 Kentucky Bourbons.
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The Green Building Gallery
732 E Market StHoused in a restored 1890s firehouse, the restaurant and bar is an official Urban Bourbon Trail stop and is stocked with more than 100 Kentucky Bourbons.
touted for its authentic artisan breads
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Blue Dog Bakery & Cafe
2868 Frankfort Avetouted for its authentic artisan breads
fine diner, traditional menu and special diet selections
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North End Cafe
1722 Frankfort Avefine diner, traditional menu and special diet selections
They use all-natural chicken that is brined over-night, fried golden brown and sauced in your choice of our unique spice blends.
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Joella's Hot Chicken St. Matthews
3400 Frankfort AveThey use all-natural chicken that is brined over-night, fried golden brown and sauced in your choice of our unique spice blends.
The place to catch the big game on TV and grab some pub food.
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The Hub
2235 Frankfort AveThe place to catch the big game on TV and grab some pub food.
a steakhouse offering over a dozen cuts of steak, as well as lamb, chicken, seafood and pasta. When you’re ready to dine in style, reserve the “Louis booth,” which is made from 17 vintage Louis Vuitton bags complemented with LV logo painted walls, a period French bronze chandelier and velvet drapes.
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Le Moo
2300 Lexington Rda steakhouse offering over a dozen cuts of steak, as well as lamb, chicken, seafood and pasta. When you’re ready to dine in style, reserve the “Louis booth,” which is made from 17 vintage Louis Vuitton bags complemented with LV logo painted walls, a period French bronze chandelier and velvet drapes.
Drinks & Nightlife
Fourth Street Live! is Louisville’s premier dining and entertainment destination located in the heart of historic downtown Louisville, KY.
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Fourth Street Live!
411 S 4th StFourth Street Live! is Louisville’s premier dining and entertainment destination located in the heart of historic downtown Louisville, KY.
Locally owned and operated, HEADLINERS MUSIC HALL is the premiere live entertainment venue of Louisville, Kentucky.
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Headliners Music Hall
1386 Lexington RdLocally owned and operated, HEADLINERS MUSIC HALL is the premiere live entertainment venue of Louisville, Kentucky.
Non-profit festival & events showcasing bourbon & Kentucky's best.
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Kentucky Bourbon Festival Inc
114 N 5th StNon-profit festival & events showcasing bourbon & Kentucky's best.
Enjoy a selection of creative libations and an eclectic mix of live entertainment, while taking in the atmosphere and humming energy 150 years in the making. Thrillist 2016 Best New Restaurant
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Butchertown Grocery
743 E Washington StEnjoy a selection of creative libations and an eclectic mix of live entertainment, while taking in the atmosphere and humming energy 150 years in the making. Thrillist 2016 Best New Restaurant
The Taj, beginning in 1999, evolved into an eclectic space populated with friends and family, musicians, antiquers, writers, revelers and just the plain ol’ curious.
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Taj Louisville
807 E Market StThe Taj, beginning in 1999, evolved into an eclectic space populated with friends and family, musicians, antiquers, writers, revelers and just the plain ol’ curious.
8up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen, a dazzling outdoor + indoor all glass drinking and eating experience, offers the best in unparalleled views.
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8UP Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen
350 W Chestnut St8up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen, a dazzling outdoor + indoor all glass drinking and eating experience, offers the best in unparalleled views.
Veteran home brewers Leah Dienes, Paul Grignon and Bill Krauth have teamed up to open a new brewery in Butchertown. Their taproom, dubbed The Fallout Shelter, will serve up to 10 of their concoctions.
1612 Mellwood Ave.,
Louisville, KY 40206
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Apocalypse Brew Works
1612 Mellwood AveVeteran home brewers Leah Dienes, Paul Grignon and Bill Krauth have teamed up to open a new brewery in Butchertown. Their taproom, dubbed The Fallout Shelter, will serve up to 10 of their concoctions.
1612 Mellwood Ave.,
Louisville, KY 40206
Stop by Goodwood Brewing Co. every Saturday for their weekly Bluegrass Jam with 502 Stringband, while enjoying a local craft beer. Admission is free.
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Goodwood Brewing
636 E Main StStop by Goodwood Brewing Co. every Saturday for their weekly Bluegrass Jam with 502 Stringband, while enjoying a local craft beer. Admission is free.
Sightseeing
a great place for a stroll. Visiting on the final Friday of the month? Hop on the free trolley during the Frankfort Avenue Trolley Hop to visit shops, restaurants and galleries in Crescent Hill, Clifton and Butchertown.
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Crescent Hill Reservoir
Reservoir Avenuea great place for a stroll. Visiting on the final Friday of the month? Hop on the free trolley during the Frankfort Avenue Trolley Hop to visit shops, restaurants and galleries in Crescent Hill, Clifton and Butchertown.
Parks & Nature
Take a stroll or bike ride acorss the Big Four Bridge to Jeffersonville, Indiana. Cost is free.
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Big Four Bridge Entrance
1101 River RdTake a stroll or bike ride acorss the Big Four Bridge to Jeffersonville, Indiana. Cost is free.
Shopping
Margaret's Consignment
2700 Frankfort AveThis fair trade marketplace sells artisan handcrafted goods from over 45 countries.
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Just Creations
2722 Frankfort Ave This fair trade marketplace sells artisan handcrafted goods from over 45 countries.
Urban Farm House Market
657 South Hurstbourne ParkwayIf you’re searching for home items or gifts with Southern charm...
Peacock Boutique
2828 Frankfort Ave If you’re on the hunt for designer fashions...
For specialty Bourbon enhanced culinary delights...
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Bourbon Barrel Foods Retail Store
1201 Frankfort AveFor specialty Bourbon enhanced culinary delights...