Visit Fairgrounds
Popular places to visit
![Kentucky Exposition Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fccaca8541e6bba6e2d41a708a6390bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kentucky Exposition Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention centre in Louisville. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
![Churchill Downs showing horse riding and land animals as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/332000/332191-Churchill-Downs.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.
![Louisville Slugger Museum showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297317-Louisville-Slugger-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville Slugger Museum
Baseball is part of the American fabric. See where one important tool for this sport is produced in the factory that makes ball games possible.
![Louisville Zoo](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297297-Louisville-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville Zoo
A zoo visit promotes respect for animals and their well-being. Share a day with family at this city zoo with its abundance of species and activity areas.
![Louisville Waterfront Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7a5014b6075e13c5abf94b893ec11f7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville Waterfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Louisville Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
![Louisville Mega Cavern which includes caves](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297466-Louisville-Mega-Cavern.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville Mega Cavern
An old quarry is now an underground attraction beneath the city. Explore this area that will fascinate all visitors with its uniqueness.
Things to do
![Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47596422/298b8ba7-4b43-4f0d-bf5e-0369bb7a294d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Derby City Ghosts: Louisville Hauntings Tour
![Where every day is Derby Day!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1127882/2bb829d3-05c2-4e27-87a0-dfe74563ee8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kentucky Derby Museum General Admission Ticket
![Louisville: NuLu District Food and History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48415447/1315a7ca-8f58-4cb5-aaaf-a15d66b1f555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
![Bourbon Bottle Hall selfie!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48547051/fd134135-94e8-4ce0-bd8b-f3dc79d58cca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
![Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47527109/c77b8a9d-76a4-4711-9acf-1ef90edebb01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City
Top hotels in Fairgrounds
![Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11386/eebffa1a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025
![Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1889100/1889073/b84f7522_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025
![Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/426400/426329/081a710f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025
![Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29637000/29636934/cab662ed_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2025
![Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62610000/62606600/62606596/646aa846_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2025
![Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77800/77732/7fe09ae1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fairgrounds
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Highland Park
While there might not be top attractions in Highland Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kentucky Kingdom and Freedom Hall.
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University
If you're spending some time in University, Speed Art Museum and Cardinal Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
![Kentucky Derby Museum which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297346-Kentucky-Derby-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
South Louisville
If you're spending some time in South Louisville, Kentucky Derby Museum and Churchill Downs are top sights worth seeing.
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Schnitzelburg
While Schnitzelburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shelby Park and Ulmer Stadium.
![Louisville Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297268-Louisville-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Poplar Level
If you're spending some time in Poplar Level, Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern are top sights worth seeing.
![Conrad Caldwell House showing signage and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297412-Conrad-Caldwell-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Landward House and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while in the area.