Exploring Louisville, KY

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Coming to the GHSA 2017 Annual Meeting in Louisville, Kentucky? Don't miss the city's host of attractions and amazing restaurants. Whether in downtown Louisville or the surrounding areas, visitors of all ages and interests are sure to enjoy their stay in the Bluegrass State. Below are some of our top suggestions for what to do, see, and eat during your trip. A map of all these points of interest is available at the bottom of the page.

  • BLU Italian Grille
    Features a large Italian and American menu with breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. Known for seafood options. Located inside Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Champions
    Upscale sports bar for lunch and dinner with late night hours. Located inside Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Doc Crow's
    Southern smokehouse and raw bar featuring seafood favorites and a variety of barbecue styles. 7 minute walk (.3 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Bistro 301
    Restaurant-bar open for lunch and dinner, offering a variety of southern-style and classic American food. 7 minute walk (.3 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • The Old Spaghetti Factory
    Family-friendly Italian restaurant in downtown Louisville. Features a lively atmosphere and a large dinner menu. 7 minute walk (.3 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • DISH on Market
    Modern take on classic dishes from the American South. 7 minute walk (.4 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Bluegrass Brewing Co.
    Louisville's first microbrewery/brewpub. Traditional pub-style food. 9 minute walk (.4 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • MilkWood
    Southern-inspired food takes on Asian flavors at this restaurant by renowned Louisville chef Edward Lee. 9 minute walk (.4 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Vincenzo's
    Classic Italian pasta, fish, and meat dishes in a modern atmosphere. 8 minute walk (.4 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • The Mayan Cafe
    Mayan and South American-inspired plates made with sustainable, local ingredients. 5 minute drive (1 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Decca
    Upscale contemporary American food with international inspiration. 5 minute drive (1.2 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Jack Fry's
    Upscale American dining, a longstanding Louisville establishment. 7 minute drive (2.3 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Frankfort Avenue Beer Depot and Smokehouse
    Famous Louisville barbecue – get your fill of ribs, wings, pulled pork and all the classic sides. 11 minute drive (5.5 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Muhammad Ali Center
    A museum dedicated to the legendary boxer, one of Louisville's most famous residents. 14 minute walk (.6 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • The Brown Hotel
    Louisville's "most legendary hotel," home of the famous "Hot Brown" sandwich. 12 minute walk (.6 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • 21c Museum Hotel
    9,000 feet of exhibit space featuring contemporary art installations, located inside a boutique hotel. 14 minute walk (.7 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory
    Tour the factory where the famous Louisville Slugger bats are made. 15 minute walk (.8 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • The Frazier History Museum
    Featuring exhibits, artifacts and live music celebrating the best Louisville has to offer. 17 minute walk (.8 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Churchill Downs
    Home of the Kentucky Derby, with live horse racing on weekends. 13 minute drive (5.3 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Flame Run
    Craft your own blown glass masterpiece alongside trained artists. 15 minute walk (.7 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • NuLu District
    Popular Louisville district known for its art galleries, boutiques, antique shops and restaurants. 5 minute drive or 20 minute walk (1.1 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Big Four Bridge
    Pedestrian and bicyclist-only bridge spanning the Ohio River and connecting Louisville to Jeffersonville, Indiana. 5 minute drive or 30 minute walk (1.5 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Cherokee Park
    Featuring a 2.4 mile scenic loop with separate vehicle and recreational travel lanes, perfect for walking, running, or biking. 8 minute (4.3 mi) drive from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Frankfort Avenue
    Upscale shopping and dining district, surrounded by historic Louisville neighborhoods. 8 minute drive (4.7 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.
  • Louisville MEGA Cavern & MEGA Zips
    Adventure park featuring underground zip lines and cavern tours. 16 minute drive (7.3 mi) from Louisville Marriott Downtown.