Things to Do with Kids in Louisville, KY

  • TripBuzz found 78 things to do with kids in or near Louisville, Kentucky, including 52 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Clarksville, Corydon, Jeffersonville and Shepherdsville.
  • From Louisville Slugger Field to Bluegrass Indoor Karting, the Louisville area offers 55 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Specialty Museums and Movie Theaters.
  • One of the largest cities in Kentucky, Louisville is home to the University of Louisville. Offering a rich sports history, the city features museums dedicated to resident Muhammad Ali and the baseball bat, the Louisville Slugger (once manufactured in the town). Other attractions include a science center, opera house, horseracing tracks and an art museum.
  • TripBuzz found 78 things to do with kids in or near Louisville, Kentucky, including 52 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Clarksville, Corydon, Jeffersonville and Shepherdsville.
  • From Louisville Slugger Field to Bluegrass Indoor Karting, the Louisville area offers 55 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Specialty Museums and Movie Theaters.
  • One of the largest cities in Kentucky, Louisville is home to the University of Louisville. Offering a rich sports history, the city features museums dedicated to resident Muhammad Ali and the baseball bat, the Louisville Slugger (once manufactured in the town). Other attractions include a science center, opera house, horseracing tracks and an art museum.
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Xtreme Laser Combat 3101 Pond Station Road, Louisville, KY MoreLess Info
With LED laser rifles and headband sensors, soldiers engage in pretend warfare amidst old cars, open spaces, and graffiti-covered buildings
0.8 Miles
96% 558 votes
Baseball Fields 401 East Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202 MoreLess Info
Named after the popular baseball bat, the Louisville Slugger Field serves as the home of the minor league team known as the Louisville Bats. The overall style embraces the retro-classic design that harkens back to the good, old days of baseball.
11.8 Miles
92% 131 votes
Go Karts 2520 Ampere Drive, Louisville, KY 40299 MoreLess Info
Faster and more technical than a typical outdoor go-kart track, Bluegrass Indoor Karting features daily Open Racing times for Adult karts, reaching speeds of up to 40 MPH, or Junior riders who travel up to 30 MPH.
4.3 Miles
81% 1070 votes
Zoos 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213 MoreLess Info
There are currently more than 1,500 animals at the Louisville Zoo. In addition to the animal exhibits within their replica environments, visitors can experience popular movies and documentaries at the on-site 4-D theater.
0.4 Miles
88% 202 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) One Arena Plaza, Louisville, KY 40202 MoreLess Info
The KFC Yum House is a multipurpose arena best known for serving as the home of the University of Louisville's men's and women's basketball teams. The location also hosts a variety of concerts for its guests to enjoy.
2.0 Miles
76% 38 votes
Bowling 1575 Story Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206 MoreLess Info
Vernon Club & Lanes features an 8 lane bowling alley, bar, billiards room and tables on their first floor and a music venue in the basement. Their full bar is stocked with over 300 bourbons.
4.6 Miles
The large cave at the Louisville Mega Cavern is home to the world's only completely underground zipline and adventure tour. The attraction features five ziplines and three adventure bridges during the two hour tour while less adventurous visitors can take the historic tram ride tour.
2.9 Miles
95% 295 votes
Parks Willow Avenue and Cherokee Parkway, Louisville, KY MoreLess Info
The 389.13-acre Cherokee Park has an archery range, basketball courts, biking trails, dog park, fishing lake, picnicking facilities, hiking trails, horseback riding trails, horseshoe pits, tennis courts, and splash pads. The park is home to the Nettleroth Bird Sanctuary.
3.3 Miles
92% 2177 votes
Horse Races 700 Central Avenue, Louisville, KY 40208 MoreLess Info
The home of the Kentucky Derby is the Churchill Downs racetrack. Horse races are held throughout the year with the crowning event being the annual Kentucky Derby while Family Fun Days are held each week during the Spring Meet.
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Over 1,000 years of history is covered at the Frazier History Museum including American and international artifacts as well as the British Royal Armouries. Daily historic interpretation performances are held within special areas while hands-on activities and touch carts are available throughout the museum.
0.7 Miles
88% 369 votes
Parks 231 Witherspoon, Louisville, KY MoreLess Info
Louisville Waterfront Park features a variety of fountains for children who are seeking to cool down in the heat. The site also hosts fireworks displays, concerts, festivals, and art shows.
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