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Welcome to Louisville

Downtown Louisville's Fourth Street LiveAs the 16th largest city in the U.S. and the largest city in Kentucky, Louisville is home to over 90 attractions, 17,000 hotel rooms and 2,500 restaurants. Whether you are planning to visit Louisville for pleasure or attending a meeting or convention, you are sure to find Thoroughbred horse racing, bourbon, bluegrass music, sporting events and more!

Located on the banks of the Ohio River, Greater Louisville is easily accessible. Spend a day visiting Louisville's many museums and historical homes. The Louisville arts community has gained international acclaim and is one of only nine U.S. cities with a professional opera, ballet, theatre, orchestra and children's theatre. Louisville's family-friendly attractions include the Muhammad Ali Center, Belle of Louisville, Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom, Churchill Downs, Kentucky Derby Museum, Louisville Slugger Museum and the Louisville Bats. Visit Louisville."We've Got It!"

Sports IllustratedAmong the Best Sports Fans in the Country

According to the July 12, 2004 issue of Sports Illustrated, Kentucky's enthusiasm for sports rated 3rd best in the nation*:

  1. Nebraska, 89.1
  2. Alabama, 88.8
  3. Kentucky 88.6
  4. Massachusetts, 88.3
  5. Texas, 87.7

*rated on a scale of 1 - 100

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