Watch the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, a thoroughbred race track in Louisville renowned the world over. The annual event takes place on a one and a quarter-mile track for a race known as the "The Most Exciting Two Minutes of Sports" and is steeped in traditions like drinking ice cold Mint Juleps and women wearing one-of-a-kind fancy hats. The event is one of the most well-known attractions in the city.
Stevie Ray's Blues Bar is an iconic blues bar in Louisville, featuring blues music true to its roots along with some non bluesy gigs like Monday's Unplugged Open Mic. Don't be late to live shows as this imitate venue; seats are available on a first come, first serve basis. If you're looking for a laid-back experience on the nightlife scene, Stevie Ray's is the destination for you.
Get a taste of Louisville at City Taste Tours aboard the City Taste Tour shuttle to enjoy either a progressive dinner, custom dinner or brewery sightseeing tour. You'll travel across the city's well-known sites, landmarks and historic neighborhoods while sampling some of the best local flavors and celebrated cuisines.
Have a zoo-per-duper family fun time at Louisville Zoo. Discover rare Western gorillas, Sumatran tigers and Asian & African elephants at the 100-acre zoo's popular naturalist animal habitats and attractions. Besides zoo animal fun, there's a Zip Line and Climbing Wall, a 4-D Ride Theater and Sky Trail for loads of high adventure!