Fairgrounds
Louisville
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Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening in Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.
KFC Yum Center
Catch an event at KFC Yum Center during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
University of Louisville
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Louisville during your travels in Louisville. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Louisville Zoo
A zoo visit promotes respect for animals and their well-being. Share a day with family at this city zoo with its abundance of species and activity areas.
Things to do
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Bourbon Tour (03) : Buffalo Trace, Woodford, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Other
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
Pour Your Own Candle Making Experience with Blending & Education
Top hotels in Fairgrounds
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Far too expensive for what they deliver. We had to call 4 times to get someone up to free up the corridor from loud party guys at 1 am, they even nocked on bedroom doors. The breakfast was dry/over cooked. Not to repeat
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG
The AC was not working and did not get fixed until the last night. I think our request for help got lost the second day. The staff was nice.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport
breakfast somewhat limited. Parking ok and safe.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport
The breakfast could have included waffles and the pool water was too strong.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG
Upon arrival, we were greeted by a very kind staff member. The hotel was clean, our room had everything we needed, and it was a delicious breakfast. If traveling back to Louisville, this will be the first hotel I will look for.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport
The room was great for my dogs. No issues. Have stayed here the last 3 years when attending the dog show.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairgrounds
University
If you're spending some time in University, Ulmer Stadium and Speed Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Schnitzelburg
While Schnitzelburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ulmer Stadium and Speed Art Museum.
Poplar Level
If you're spending some time in Poplar Level, Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern are top sights worth seeing.
Shelby Park
Shelby Park might not have many top sights, but Broadway Theatre and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Germantown
Though Germantown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Headliners Music Hall and Nulu Market Place.
Old Louisville
Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ohio River Valley and Conrad-Caldwell House Museum while in the area.
