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Louisville Holidays, Hotels & Travel Guide
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Louisville Holidays Overview
A guide to holidays in Louisville - Louisville is world-renowned for being home to
America's most exciting two sporting minutes each year when the
Kentucky Derby is run at the famed Churchill Downs racetrack. The
thundering of the hooves of thoroughbred racehorses, however, is
not all this lively city on the banks of the Ohio River has to
offer. Kentucky's largest city also offers scores of fine
restaurants and a diverse arts community, and boasts some of
America's most beautiful parks and renowned art and science
museums.
Louisville is definitely a city of good
taste, with more than 2,500 restaurants serving an astounding
variety of cuisines, ranging from quiet cafes and coffee houses to
ethnic restaurants and gourmet palaces. The city is big on the
national sporting map, too, being the home of the famed Louisville
sluggers, and baseball fans flock to the downtown museum dedicated
to this team. This, together with some exciting attractions like an
indoor forest, a restored old sternwheeler river boat, an excellent
zoo and a thrilling amusement park, makes Louisville a perfect
family holiday destination, set in the very heart of America. The
local tourist authority boasts that the city is within a day's
drive of more than half the population of the United
States.
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Louisville
holidays - Top Places To Go
1. Muhammad Ali Center
144 N. Sixth Street
www.alicenter.org |
What is it? Fans of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali can see
and experience all aspects of the life of the man dubbed 'The
Greatest' at this huge multi-media, interactive exhibition centre,
which features 10 theatres and more than 50 interactive stations.
Ali's story, including his boxing career, global humanitarianism
and his societal and religious convictions, is presented in
thematic displays according to the six core values he has
encompassed: confidence, conviction, dedication, respect,
spirituality and giving. The inspirational centre also includes
displays of memorabilia, a retail store, and
cafe.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5pm; Sunday 12pm to
5pm
Phone:(502) 584 9254 |
2. Kentucky Derby Museum
704 Central Avenue
www.derbymuseum.org |
What is it? Even those who are not horse-racing fans can
experience the thrill of the sport at the museum and through tours
offered at Churchill Downs, one of the world's oldest (established
in 1874) and most famous tracks, which hosts the annual renowned
Kentucky Derby. The Museum contains exhibits that bring the
pageantry and excitement of the Derby to life, including high-tech
computerised hands-on displays and video graphics. A video entitled
'The Greatest Race' is shown on a 360-degree screen every half hour
from 9am to 4.30pm (from 12.30pm on Sundays). Museum tour guides
take groups of visitors to see the Churchill Downs' stable and
infield areas, as well as through the historic Edwardian grandstand
, finish line and winners' circle.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm; Sunday 12pm to
5pm
Phone:(502) 637 7097 |
3. Belle of Louisville
401 West River Road
www.belleoflouisville.org |
What is it? The Belle of Louisville is America's oldest
still-serving sternwheeler riverboat, plying the Ohio River from
Louisville's waterfront to give visitors memorable sunset cruises,
sightseeing excursions and Saturday night party cruises. The
historic boat powered by two steam engines and boasting 32
whistles, was commissioned in 1914 and originally named the
Idlewild. She served as a packet boat for many years, carrying
passengers and freight on America's inland waters. In 1962 she was
purchased by the Jefferson County authorities and refurbished,
being declared a National Historic Landmark. Public sightseeing
cruises depart from the 4th Street Wharf in
Louisville.
Hours of Operation: Cruises Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Memorial Day to
Labor Day), and sunset cruises on Thursdays during summer. Groups,
charters and events available all year
Phone:(502) 574 2992 |
Louisville
holidays - Top Events
1. Breeders' Cup World Championships
From 2006-11-04
To 2006-11-04
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What is it? The biggest event on the US horse racing
calendar sees competitors from all over the world racing not only
for pride but the millions of dollars that make the Breeders' Cup
one of the most important equestrian events of the
year.
Where is it? Churchill Downs |
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