Louisville areas/historic areas?

Are there different areas to Louisville? For example, is there a historic area, a downtown, a river area, etc. Information about these specific areas would be great. My husband and I are going to be there for 3 nights from May 13 to 16, and want to get a sense as to the locations in the city. Also, hotel suggestions for these areas would be appreciated.

Any other information you can provide to shed light on a place we%26#39;ve never been to before would be appreciated.

Many thanks.

Carol

Louisville areas/historic areas?

Hi Carol - Welcome to Louisville!

It%26#39;s a great city to visit even when it%26#39;s not Derby Time! As to areas of the city - it would really depend on what you are specifically looking to do - the river is the northernmost edge of the city %26amp; has been developed with a multi use path for biking or hiking. So renting a bike %26amp; taking a ride along the river can be a scenic aspect of the city. Heading south on 4th Street about .5 mile would put you into 4th Street Live which is a bar/restaurant zone.

Again using 4th Street as a point of reference, heading westbound on Main St is the Kentucky Center for the Arts, Frazier Museum, Louisville Slugger %26amp; the Science Museum. Also on this same road are a number of restaurants still within walking distance. Head a block north of Main %26amp; you are now on River Road - east on River Road walks you past a number of restaurants, the Waterfront Park/Great Lawn and toward the baseball stadium, continue a bit further %26amp; you%26#39;ll come across the Skate Park (Xtreme).

On the east side of the city running North/South is Bardstown Road. The road itself is laden with locally owned restaurants and bars, and shops. In this area there are a number of B %26amp; B%26#39;s.

My next question would be what types of things would you like to do in Louisville, will you want to drive or walk and are you looking for hotel chain or B%26amp;B?

Louisville areas/historic areas?

Just to give you a point of reference, we were considering the Central Park B %26amp; B, so I was wondering about their specific location. I believe they are in the historic district, but not sure. Perhaps you could let me know what historic district is like, and if that particular B %26amp; B is there.

Another place we were considering was the Hyatt on W. Jefferson. Wondering about that area, as well. Want to know in what areas we should avoid lodging (safety is a concern--naturally). Of course, it would be nice to walk to some places, but we realize we%26#39;d have to drive to others. So please let me know what areas would offer walk-to destinations. Needless to say, I%26#39;ve done research on Trip Advisor about things to do, and my husband wants to go to the race track, too.

So, all suggestions and recommendations would be terrific. Please know that I appreciate the time you take to respond.

Sincerely,

Carol

Hi Carol - Don%26#39;t know anything specifically about the Central Park B %26amp; B.

Will say that Historic District has vague uses in Louisville. Where the Central Park B %26amp; B is located is an area laden with old mansions that have been rehabbed for the most part. The Park is not an area to walk in the evening unless a specific event is going on there -jmho. From the B%26amp;B address within walking distance would be several restaurants of varying prices: 3rd Avenue Cafe, Buck%26#39;s, Rudyard Kipling. Don%26#39;t think that there are many houses in the area open for touring except around Christmas %26amp; the St James Art Festival. This area is known as Old Louisville.

The Hyatt on Jefferson is very close to 4th Street Live http://www.4thstlive.com/info.cfm which may or may not open lots of possibilities to you. This area is referred to as Downtown.

The racetrack http://churchilldowns.com would be an easy trip by car from either location. If you are going to spend the afternoon at the track to watch the races (as opposed to a drive by to see what it looks like) be sure to take the time to really wander the building -lots of history. And Skye Terrace seating IS worth the fee. Most of the staff is more than happy to answer your questions and point you in the right direction as well. The Derby Museum can be an interesting hour or so as well.

Lots of incredible restaurants on Bardstown Road %26amp; on Frankfort Avenue as well. Again prices vary from casual to fine dining.

Hope this helps. Will gladly try to answer any questions you have. This is a great city with lots of things to do %26amp; see at any given time, and eating options abound.