Kentucky Derby and the Bourbon Trail — horse country, whiskey heritage, and southern hospitality on the Ohio River.
Louisville is Kentucky's largest city — home of the Kentucky Derby, the bourbon whiskey capital of the world, and birthplace of Muhammad Ali. The Urban Bourbon Trail, Churchill Downs, and Louisville Slugger factory museum make it a uniquely American experience.
18M
visitors/year
Best time to visit
April–May or September–November
Top sights & experiences
- 🥃 Bourbon Trail
- 🏇 Churchill Downs
- 🥊 Muhammad Ali Center
- ⚾ Louisville Slugger Museum
- 🌉 Big Four Bridge
- 🍽️ Proof on Main
Perfect for
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