Schimpff's Confectionery
Schimpff’s Confectionery is one of the oldest, continuously operated, family-owned candy businesses in the United States. It was opened in its present location in 1891 by Gustav Schimpff Sr. and Jr. This unique confectionery and lunch room in Jeffersonville's downtown historic district comes complete with a 50's soda fountain and original tin ceiling. The old-fashioned candy jars, cases, and turn-of-the century equipment transport you back to the good old days of home-made candy and a real fountain drink. Its Candy Museum and Candy Demonstration Area offer a glimpse into the world of historic candy making, packaging and advertising. Live candy-making demonstrations are frequently given. Schimpff's is famous for its cinnamon redhots, hard candy fish and Modjeskas. A more recent favorite is the chocolate, caramel, and pecan confection molded into the shape of a turtle.
The River Bend Winery
 River Bend Winery is located on 10th Street between Main and Market in the heart of downtown Louisville. The first floor comprises the wine tasting area with a spacious bar that is unlike any in the area. A glass wall has been added to separate the tasting room from the manufacturing area for safety and sound consideration. By having this separation, the patrons may view the many activities that are required in the making of wine. An appetizer/bistro kitchen has created the ultimate wine tasting experience with the culinary creations to compliment the fabulous wines.
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The Derby Town is the place to visit for southern hospitality. Warm people. Diverse cultures. Growing town.
If you visit Bardstown Road in the Highlands neighborhood, you'll want to pack your stuff and move to L-town.
More established neighborhoods like Old Louisville, showcase the town's awesome southern architecture.
Stroll along the Ohio River. Eat at downtown's Old Spaghetti Factory. Hit the racetracks.
And get a room.
There's just too much to cover in one day.
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There is a lot to do in the city. Great college basketball and football during the seasons and a minor league baseball team the Riverbats who play at home in Slugger field. Excellent art museum (speed museum), Kentucky Derby Museum, louisville Slugger museum, several older restored landmark houses downtown which offer tours, and lots of antique shops in the bardstown road area which is the arts and crafts..soho equivalent Louisville is home to the Kentucky Derby which runs the first Saturday in May. At the track (Churchill downs) there is a great interactive museum that is worthy of a visit. if you are here when the track is open for the regular meets, I recommend at least a visit. There is a very nice zoo and an IMAX theater which changes programs often.
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Louisville – Do Something Original
 Long known as home to the Kentucky Derby, the city of Louisville offers excitement, affordability, accessibility, and fun, 365 days a year. If you can't enjoy the thundering hooves of the world's fastest thoroughbreds during race season, you can enjoy tours of Churchill Downs and the pageantry of the Kentucky Derby year-round at the Kentucky Derby Museum. But it isn't just horse racing that the city of Louisville is known for. There are more than 120 Louisville attractions to enjoy year-round.
Kentucky Derby Museum
 The Kentucky Derby Museum, one of Kentucky’s premier attractions, captures the pride, tradition and excitement of the “greatest two minutes in sports.” Dedicated to expanding public awareness, appreciation and understanding of the Kentucky Derby and Thoroughbred racing, the museum offers visitors the chance to learn about the past and present of the Thoroughbred industry. Three floors of exciting exhibits grant visitors an in-depth look at the Kentucky Derby—the first jewel in racing’s Triple Crown. You’ll also enjoy the 360 degree video presentation of “The Greatest Race,” and see all the pageantry and fun of Derby Day.
Louisville Zoo
 The Louisville Zoo is one of the most popular attractions in the region. Tour the $15 million Gorilla Forest, which includes the indoor quarters with gorillas surrounding the visitor who is in the middle, separated from them only by glass. Enjoy a real nose-to-beak experience as you stroll through this beautiful aviary, surrounded by brilliantly colored, friendly birds that will eat nectar right out of your hand! Experience the new Wallaroo Walkabout exhibit right in the middle of one of the Zoo's most interactive zones! Wallaroo Walkabout invites visitors to follow a path directly through the exhibit which includes wallabees and wallaroos (both look like small kangaroos) and wonderful Australian birds.
1888 Historic Rocking Horse Manor
 Come and stay in a beautifully restored Victorian mansion in historic "Old Louisville". Enjoy all the modern conveniences that today's traveler requires while experiencing a step back into yesteryear. The Rocking Horse Manor is a totally restored 1888 Richardsonian Romanesque mansion that boasts original stained glass, pocket doors, hand-carved fireplace mantels, and 12 1/2 foot ceilings. Rocking Horse Manor is conveniently located near Churchill Downs, Downtown Louisville, Commonwealth Convention Center, the Louisville International Airport, the Kentucky Center for the Arts, the J.B. Speed Art Museum, and Antique Shops.
Dinner Cruise onboard the Historic Belle of Louisville
The Steamer Belle of Louisville, a National Historic Landmark and The Riverboat Spirit of Jefferson serves as the western anchor of Louisville's award winning Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. With the playing of her calliope, the Belle, now in her 94th year, continues to beckon one and all to join her on a journey back to the time when she carried passengers and goods to ports all along the beautiful Ohio River. Spectacular views of the Ohio River and Louisville Skyline combined with a delicious buffet, entertainment for dancing and / or historic narration are sure to turn this event into an outstanding experience for everybody!
Waterfront Park
 For those who have never had the pleasure of living in a city with a vibrant urban parks system, it's hard to imagine the many uses and benefits that urban parks offer to downtown workers, residents, and visitors. Louisville Waterfront Park is the front door to Kentucky, a playground for people of all ages, and a gathering place for folks from all over the community. It offers a grand view of the river, space for concerts and festivals, quiet places to read a book, picnic spaces for your family and friends. The Park is made up of three phases and totals 85 acres. The last phase, Phase III, is currently under construction and is scheduled to be completed in 2011. Make sure you visit the Waterfront Park and enjoy some quality time with your family and friends!
Biplane Tours
 Discover Louisville from the air while reliving the golden era of aviation in an open cockpit biplane! Take the Skyline and Riverfront Tour for example and fly over Louisville International Airport, and see UPS Worldwide, then over Churchill Downs, with great views of Kentucky Kingdom, Papa Johns Stadium, McAlpine Dam, the Falls of the Ohio, the Louisville skyline, Slugger Field, then up to 12 Mile Island and back. Transform an ordinary day into an experience of a lifetime! And don't forget to ask for aerial photography, the latest trend offered by Classic Biplane Tours!
Kentucky's Bourbon Country
 For the true connoisseur of great whiskey there is only one place that allows a sensual and sensory experience that’s truly unique to America. Bourbon Country, Louisville is the only place where the smooth mellow flavors; the rich traditions; the legends and folklore; all mingle together to create an experience unlike anything else in the world. You can travel the Kentucky Bourbon Trail or seek out the hidden treasures of the area and overnight in accommodations of your choice. For the most colorful, flavorful and unique experiences of your life, a Bourbon Country Tour is waiting just for you!
Fourth Street Live Entertainment
 Fourth Street Live! is Louisville's premier entertainment and retail district located on Fourth Street, between Liberty and Muhammad Ali Boulevard, in the heart of historic downtown.
Restaurants and entertainment venues include Hard Rock Cafe, Red Star Tavern, TGIFriday's, Sully's, Lucky Strike Lanes and Maker's Mark Bourbon House & Lounge. Fourth Street Live features a variety of bars and nightclubs including Red Cheetah dance club, Palm Bar and Parrot Beach. There is also live music at Saddle Ridge and Howl at the Moon.
Oktoberfest in Louisville!
Annual - October 9th - 10th, 2009
 Against the near-constant croon of authentic, live polka music, attendees experience the delectable scents and tastes of German cuisine including bratwurst, sour kraut, schnitzel and more! Street players will be doing magic, making balloon animals and face-painting. Beautiful frauleins in authentic costumes will be engaging the crowd to have pictures made or enjoy native dances; and, of course, a variety of beverages that allow them to toast the German heritage in style. The Oktoberfest takes place on October 9th and 10th, 2009. Opening hours are Friday from 4 to 11, and Saturday from 1 to 11, admission is free! Family fun at its finest!
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Golf at Quail Chase Golf Club
Twenty-seven holes of spectacular golf and top-quality conditions await you at one of the finest courses in this part of the country. Much more than a typical public golf course, Quail Chase offers country club privileges, U.S.G.A. Standards and amenities without the high prices of initiation fees or annual dues. Men and Women golfers of all ages and skill levels have come from all around the country to be challenged by the Quail Chase course. Maybe that's one reason why Golf Digest rated Quail Chase as one of the premier courses to play.
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