Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening at Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art scene.
Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.
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.
Louisville Mega Cavern
An old quarry is now an underground attraction beneath the city. Explore this area that will fascinate all visitors with its uniqueness.
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.
Whiskey Row
Find out about the history of Louisville when you spend time at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Louisville: Copper & Kings Distillery Tour and Tasting
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Highlands
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Iconic hotel in the heart of Louisville. Walkable and convenient.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Great service and excellent accommodations!!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
Everything was perfect. The ONLY one downside was that I asked for a late check out and on the website it was posted one amount, but the attendant told me something different. It still worked out, BUT THE HOTEL WAS AMAZING. Definitely will return
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Great view
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Louisville Fair and Expo
Perfect
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Always super clean all around and a very helpful staff!! I've stayed here a dozen times and counting!!
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
Germantown
When in Germantown, you can plan a visit to Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tyler Park
While Tyler Park isn't home to many top sights, Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cherokee Triangle
When in Cherokee Triangle, you can plan a visit to Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Smoketown Jackson
While there might not be top attractions in Smoketown Jackson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Louisville Palace and Nulu Market Place.
Phoenix Hill
While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Market District
While there might not be top attractions in East Market District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House.
