Introducing Louisville

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory

At Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, experience history-in-the-making as you stroll through the actual factory where world-famous Louisville Slugger bats are created. The award-winning factory tour is a highlight of the visit here, but there’s plenty more to enjoy along with it. Admire the World’s Biggest Bat – stretching 120 feet into the sky. Hold bats actually used by baseball superstars like Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench, Cal Ripken Jr. and Derek Jeter. Face down a 90-mph fastball hurled by a major league pitcher. Step into the batting cages and take some swings with a replica model of your hero’s bat.

Louisville Mega Cavern

While visiting Louisville, Kentucky, you won't want to miss MEGA Zips; "The World's Only All Underground Zip Lines & Adventure Tour" featuring 5 zip Lines, 3 challenge bridges, and up to 2 hours of adrenaline. For those wanting a lesser thrill, be sure to check out the Louisville MEGA Cavern Historic Tram Tour: Ride and never walk through a part of 17 miles of underground passageways beneath the city of Louisville. Learn about the geology, history, mining techniques, recycling, and green business technology. See where 50,000 people would have been invited to stay during the Cold War Era.

Kentucky Derby Museum

When you visit the Kentucky Derby Museum you will find yourself immersed in the next best thing to actually being at the Derby! Our exhibits will take you through the journey from the birth of the foal to the winner's circle. Find yourself in the middle of Kentucky Derby week activities and Derby traditions. Or you can take in the view of the track on Derby Day from the middle of the Infield.

Muhammad Ali Center

Located in the heart of historic downtown Louisville, Kentucky, the Muhammad Ali Center is a cultural attraction and international education center inspired by the ideals of hometown hero Muhammad Ali. The Ali Center features 2 levels of award-winning exhibits, a five-screen orientation theater film, historic Civil Rights era media footage, video of Ali fights, interactive boxing fun, two art galleries, children's Hope and Dream wall, meeting and event space, retail store and more.

Frazier History Museum

The Frazier International History Museum, through a partnership with the Royal Armouries in Britain, brings 1,000 years of history to life every day through live interpretations by costumed interpreters, multimedia presentations and hands-on learning.

Glassworks

Glassworks houses the Mark Payton Glass Center and Flame Run. See live demonstrations in Glassblowing and Flameworking on our daily tours. Make a project in our Walk-in Workshop. Shop around in one of our two galleries. Hours are 10-5pm Monday - Saturday. Closed Sundays.

“The Avenue”

Frankfort Avenue, or “The Avenue” as the locals call it, is a stretch of road that connects some of Louisville’s most charming and historic neighborhoods including St. Matthews, Clifton and Crescent Hill. The corridor is full of character, with a freight train running parallel alongside the Avenue and dozens of unique and locally owned boutiques, art studios, galleries, restaurants and attractions lining the street. With more than 30 locally owned restaurants located along a 2.5 mile stretch, Frankfort Avenue is a culinary hub that boasts al fresco dining, many options for international cuisine, and unique flavors of the city.

Improv Louisville

Located at 4th Street LIVE!, the Improv is the premier comedy club in Louisville and features the biggest and brightest names in comedy 52 weeks a year. The Improv regularly hosts Russell Peters, Gabriel Iglesias, Mike Epps, Carlos Mencia, John Pinette and other big names. Whether you're joining us for dinner or just drinks, the best in comedy comes to the World Famous Improv in Maimi so make your reservations now for a great night out.