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Churchill Downs

3,126 Reviews

#12 of 158 things to do in Louisville

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700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208-1200

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“Nothing like the Kentucky Derby!”

If you can go during the Derby, do it. If not, there are fun times during Downs After Dark, with... read more

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817maryk

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“Great way to view a horse race”

This is the place to be on the first Saturday in May. Even in the rain, you can watch the infield... read more

Reviewed 4 days ago

jjstorr

McDonough, Georgia

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This beautiful racetrack has been the home of the Kentucky Derby since 1875.

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700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208-1200

South Side

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817maryk

201

Reviewed today via mobile

Nothing like the Kentucky Derby!

If you can go during the Derby, do it. If not, there are fun times during Downs After Dark, with live music and crowds. Of course, the racing is fun too.

Thank 817maryk

jjstorr

McDonough, Georgia

Reviewed 4 days ago

Great way to view a horse race

This is the place to be on the first Saturday in May. Even in the rain, you can watch the infield to experience a life-changing event.

Thank jjstorr

Lorraine M

Chester

6917

Reviewed 4 days ago

Fun Time

Visited Louisville for the weekend. Of course it was on the list of things to do. Placed a few bets and had a great time with friends.

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markstacon

Apopka, Florida, United States

19246

Reviewed 5 days ago

Awesome place to visit

Loved this place. We were lucky and they were racing the horses the night we were there. It was a lot of fun. I can only imagine being there for the Kentucky Derby.

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Dumbc00k1e

Belfast, United Kingdom

116

Reviewed 5 days ago

Interesting place

My husband and I visited Churchill Downs in September 2018. There were fairly large crowds and our seating offered excellent views of the races as we were immediately above the finishing line. The facilities were excellent as there were lots of betting kiosks. The program...More

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FacePainter2014

Lubbock, Texas

9450

Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

Mystery trip with my sister

This was a wonderful surprise to have an opportunity to tour Churchill Downs. Our guide Mia was personable and knowledgeable and didn’t hesitate to answer questions and she knew every answer. The video in the theater was 4D and totally impressive. The gentleman who greeted...More

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Kristen S

Chatham, New Jersey

3519

Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

First time In Louisville

Really fun to see . Movie did museum were great and we loved the tour . Tour guide was knowledgeable . Must see

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Denny B

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1155552

Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

AWESOME GROUNDS!

Obviously we were there in “off” season. I can only imagine how exciting it must be at race time. I am glad to have the visit.

2 Thank Denny B

Southernpine1

Stockton, Alabama

Reviewed 1 week ago

We totally enjoyed our day at Churchill Downs!

This was our first visit to Churchill Downs and we had a great time. Our day started with a tour through the museum and Churchill Downs. We had a super guide! We bought tickets for lunch and races. Everything we had on the buffet was...More

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GWVan

Port Orange, Florida

18070

Reviewed 1 week ago

Thursday Night races

We were in town for Bourbon and Beyond and went to the Thursday night races, sitting in millionaires row. Well worth it for the buffet, drink service at the table, our own betting booths with short lines, and a nice balcony to watch the races....More

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gull2014

We are visiting Churchill Downs on 28th and 29th September. Which meeting would be the best to attend during those days. The evening meeting on the Thursday or the Friday afternoon. We also would like to visit the museum. Thanks Richard

25 July 2018|

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I would do Thursday and do the tours. Plus night racing is always fun. And I think Thursday is also when they have the food trucks, so that’s a different spin as well. Enjoy!