Every year, thousands of horse enthusiasts head to Churchill Downs, home of the legendary Kentucky Derby. Also known as the "Run for the Roses" or the "Greatest Two Minutes in Sports," the Kentucky Derby is the first leg of the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred horse racing. In addition, Churchill Downs hosts a number of horse racing events throughout the year.

If you're not here to bet on the horses, there's plenty more to see and do. Experience thrilling rides and stomach-dropping roller coasters at Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom theme park. With more than 110 family-friendly rides and attractions, kids of all ages are sure to have fun at Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom. If you're visiting during the summer months, bring the swim trunks because the park also includes a free water park, Splashwater Kingdom.

Experience campus life by taking a tour of the University of Louisville. Known for its successful athletics program, the Louisville Cardinals are one of four college teams to win a BCS Bowl football championship and a Final Four basketball championship since 2000.

Located on the grounds of the Kentucky Exposition Center, Freedom Hall multipurpose venue is a great place to catch sporting events, concerts, trade shows and more. Freedom Hall is also home to the annual Kentucky State Fair's World's Championship Horse Show.

See where the founder of Louisville and Revolutionary War hero General George Rogers Clark lived with a visit to the historic Locust Grove estate. Built in 1790 and a National Historic Landmark, Locust Grove was also a stopping point for famed explorers Lewis & Clark. In addition to the mansion, the visitor's center also has a gift shop, museum and meeting facility.

Louisville offers a variety of attractions that are sure to make any trip a success. Make reservations for your Louisville, KY vacation with Choice Hotels today. With nonstop action and historic sites, you're sure to have a memory-making vacation.   << Hide