Tourism and Hospitality

Two people walk down a red-brick sidewalk, holding shopping bags and souvenirs, while two others sit in in a historic Ford automobile parked outside of a museum.
Culture
3 ways to be a hometown tourist in Louisville
Locals can take advantage of discounts + deals from Jan. 23-Feb. 1
January 08, 2026 03:02 PM
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Jeff Milby
On the left, a man sits at a table with clasped hands, dressed in a dark t-shirt and wearing an apron. On the right, another man stands behind a table, while wearing a blue apron.
Food
2 Louisville chefs are semifinalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards
It’s like the Oscars, but for food.
January 24, 2024
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Jeff Milby
A rendering of a city block, featuring modern buildings with clean asthetics and lines, as well as older brick buildings from the 19th and 20th centurites.
Business
Rabbit Hole Distillery is planning expansion in NuLu
There’s going to be so much room, Bugs Bunny would be jealous.
January 23, 2024
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Jeff Milby
The Frazier History Museum in Louisville,, Kentucky.
Culture
Celebrating 20 years of the Frazier History Museum
The Frazier is almost old enough to drink.
January 16, 2024
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Jeff Milby
sun setting over a bridge in Louisville, KY
Culture
Derby City is trending
Tripadvisor says Louisville is among the top 15 ‘Trending Destinations’ in the US
January 10, 2024
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Jeff Milby
Group of people standing in a semi-circle
Play
Your ultimate guide to tours in Louisville
Explore River City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
November 20, 2023
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Katie Molck
Series of black-and-white photos of Muhammad Ali.
City
36 banners of Muhammad Ali coming to this Louisville street
The photo banners will line Muhammad Ali Boulevard, the street that has bore his name since 1978.
November 8, 2023
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Katie Molck
White plates on a table with various foods.
Food
Osteria Italian Seafood replaces Napa River Grill
Out with the cast iron sirloin, in with the halibut agrodolce.
October 11, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Development
Stay in style at 5 new boutique hotels in Louisville
As visitors come and see what Derby City has to offer, they’ll find themselves with plenty of options for luxurious stays at our boutique hotels.
October 3, 2023
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Dayten Rose
Downtown city scape with trees, cars, and various buildings.
Live
Unwritten rules of Louisville
Tell us you’re from Louisville without telling us you’re from Louisville.
September 27, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Real Estate
The Gaffney House resurrected into a luxury rental property
Take a look inside the renovation.
September 18, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Historical marker for Louisville Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky, standing under a tree with the cemetery’s gravestones visible in the background. The marker notes the cemetery’s incorporation in 1886 by prominent Black citizens and lists notable individuals buried there, including Dr. Robert B. Scott, Atwood S. Wilson, Sylvester Weaver, and Bessie Allen.
History
Flashback Friday: Louisville Cemetery
Discover the history of Louisville Cemetery — from prominent Black founders to Derby-winning jockey William Walker Sr. — in our latest look at the city’s historical markers.
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This marker notes the location of the Clark family home — some of which is still there.
September 18, 2025
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Do you remember the 21st night of September? Join us on a trip down memory lane to see what Louisvillians were up to this week throughout the years.
September 18, 2025
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Food
Six fall coffee shop menus in LOU
Pumpkin spice, apple crisp, and everything in between.
September 16, 2025
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A historical marker sign detailing the life of Rev. William H. Sheppard, a missionary who denounced colonialism in the Congo.
History
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This Louisville pastor documented colonialism in Africa in the early parts of the 20th century.
September 11, 2025
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Three chickens, a brown, a white, and a black and white one, roam in fallen leaves among trees. A chicken coop and shed are in the distance.
Can you keep backyard chickens in Louisville?
Everything you need to know about raising your own chickens
September 9, 2025
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The strangest fall festivals you’ve probably never been to
“Stranger Things” better buckle up for this.
September 8, 2025
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Four places to celebrate Oktoberfest in Louisville
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for beer.
August 29, 2025
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Louisville football: Your guide to gameday
Football season is upon us, and we have the need-to-know info about the Cards + how to make the most out of game days.
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