West Main Historic District
Louisville
![Louisville Science Center which includes outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297336-Louisville-Science-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts which includes modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297198-Kentucky.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Louisville Science Center showing signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297338-Louisville-Science-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Belle of Louisville featuring a ferry and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297372-Belle-Of-Louisville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Louisville Slugger Museum which includes outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297330-Louisville-Slugger-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit West Main Historic District
Popular places to visit
![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.
![Whiskey Row](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/70b1afb8618797e0296fe5d8e0b9315e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Whiskey Row
Learn about the local history of Louisville with a stop at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
![Muhammad Ali Center showing night scenes and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297213-Kentucky.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Muhammad Ali Center
One of the world’s greatest boxers continues providing inspiration beyond the world of sport. Understand this superstar by visiting this center honoring him.
![Belle of Louisville featuring a ferry and a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297367-Belle-Of-Louisville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Belle of Louisville
For a nostalgic trip, cruise down a mighty river on this authentic steamboat that has carried tourists, tradesmen and cattle for over a century.
![Louisville Science Center which includes outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297336-Louisville-Science-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Louisville Science Center
Science is all around us, inescapable. Understand important elements of our world with a visit to this science center for all ages.
![Frazier International History Museum featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297390-Frazier-International-History-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Frazier International History Museum
Get to know Louisville with a visit to this esteemed museum. It’s a great spot for social interaction as well.
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
![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
![Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4081981/d6f53c7e-714d-40e8-a6c0-ca9ad0e19fb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville Sights & Stories
Top hotels in West Main Historic District
![Omni Louisville Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21106200/21106192/eaca0ac6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025
![Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/191500/191434/d3ce3686_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
![Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57960000/57959300/57959281/9da3eb3b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025
![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12560000/12552800/12552757/95e83780_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025
![Hyatt Regency Louisville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/327000/326983/dad417e1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2025
![Moxy Louisville Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36890000/36884900/36884898/8280a313_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Main Historic District
![Louisville showing street scenes and signage as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297251-Louisville-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Louisville
Downtown Louisville is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.
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Phoenix Hill
While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field are some notable places to visit nearby.
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East Market District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Market District and surrounding area, you can visit Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field.
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Smoketown Jackson
Though Smoketown Jackson may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Louisville Palace and Nulu Market Place.
![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.
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Shelby Park
Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Shelby Park and Broadway Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.