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Whether you’re looking to learn about the life of the Greatest – Muhammad Ali, see how Louisville Sluggers are made, tour the world’s best bourbon distilleries, spend a day at the 134-acre Louisville Zoo or visit our recently opened Waterfont Botanical Gardens, there’s no shortage of fun things to do in Greater Louisville. We even make it easy to explore more fun places in the Greater Louisville, KY area by walking across the Ohio River pedestrian bridge to SoIN.
Museums & History
Greater Louisville’s rich history of tradition combined with our progressive values is the backdrop for incredible historical artifacts and museums coupled with emerging artforms. In one day, you can go back in time to understand how our distilleries grew at the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, learn about the life of the GOAT Muhammad Ali, watch the incredible creation of hand-blown glass and even see how products and services for the visually impaired are developed.
Notables
In Greater Louisville, we like to turn the ordinary into something unforgettable. Whether you’re placing a bet on the ponies, sipping America’s native spirit, exploring an urban outdoor market, or soaking in skyline views, this city offers experiences that go well beyond the expected. And that’s just the beginning.
90-Minute Trips
No wonder the kids are asking—there’s a lot to explore just a short drive away. How about three themed amusement parks with more roller coasters than you can handle? Not fast enough? Head to the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Want to slow things down? Kentucky ranks second in the U.S. for navigable waterways—perfect for boating, kayaking, fishing, or tubing on some of the cleanest lakes and streams around. Step out of the sun and into the world’s longest cave system, or saddle up at a one-of-a-kind horse park. And if professional spectator sports are your thing, you’re just 90 minutes from catching NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, or MLS action live. That’s just the beginning of it. Your kids literally can’t wait to get here.
Day Trips
for the adventurer.
Whether you like site (or height) seeing or fly fishing, you can get to just about any type of outdoor recreation in Kentucky in 3 hours or less. Here are some great adventures that are beyond a two-hour drive.
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