Louisville, Kentucky, where Lewis & Clark's expedition began is the mid west center of everything. On the shore of the Ohio River, this city offers visitors a variety of things to do and things to see. Here you will find history, sports, outdoor River life, culture and the arts all in one city. Catch the excitement of the Kentucky Derby and Churchill Downs when race time rolls around, or you may attend one of the many cultural events in the area like the St. James Art Fair. Sports memorabilia fans will be drawn to the Louisville Slugger Museum and the new Mohammad Ali Center that served as both a cultural attraction and international education center.

This city of Louisville has more than 120 attractions. Visit the “Urban Bourbon Trail,” where you can raise a glass at six of the world’s best-stocked and most-celebrated whiskey bars. Or take a short drive to one of Bourbon Country’s famous distilleries. Take a river boat cruise on the Belle of Louisville or gamble on the Caesars Indiana. Walk by history at the Cave Hill Cemetery or the Frazier International History Museum. Be entertained at "Fourth Street Live" with a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues. Visit the Jim Bean American Outpost where real whiskey is made.

The Speed Art Museum, Kentucky Museum of Art & Craft and the new 21C Museum Hotel offer permanent and changing exhibits. Galleries abound with monthly “trolley hops” to showcase exhibits.

DuPont Mansion B&B, Louisville
Elegant and spacious accommodations in the historic district.

Pinecrest Cottage, Louisville
A separate, well appointed guest house surrounded by 100-year-old trees and the ambiance of a French country estate gives you bed and breakfast convenience with vacation rental privacy.

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