Let’s take a wee sojourn from the daily trials of life for a journey to Kentucky to examine the reasons to visit Louisville. As the largest city in the state it’s got plenty to offer. If you’ve got a few days to spare and you’re heading down ‘ole Kentucky way, you’ll want to know these reasons to visit Louisville:
If you are a fan of the Ghost Hunters, you may have seen this historic sanatorium. This has become one of the famous places to visit in Louisville. The team declared it one of the world’s most haunted hospitals. Numerous other paranormal shows have filmed there as well. It opened in 1910 to house and treat 40-50 tuberculosis victims, and closed in 1962 when antibiotics reduced the need for such hospitals. All visits to the property require a reservation, which can be obtained by calling (502) 933-2142. You can either book a daytime tour or conduct your own paranormal investigation overnight.
Home of the world’s only fully underground zip lines, the cavern features 6 ziplines for the adventurous at heart. For those a little less adventurous but still curious, take the Mega Tram historic tour, leading you through 17 miles of passageways under the street of Louisville. If visiting during the holidays, the caverns also offer the world’s only fully underground holiday light display.
This tasty Louisville specialty was introduced by the Brown Hotel in 1926. The open-faced sandwich features turkey, bacon, tomato, cheese and mornay sauce. It’s either baked or broiled until the bread is crisp and the sauce begins to brown. It’s a Louisville favorite but popular throughout Kentucky.
This has been one of the great attractions of Louisville for a century now. Since 1914, the steamboat Belle of Louisville had transported more than 7 million passengers over America’s waterways. The last true Mississippi River steamboat still operating, she will celebrate her 100th birthday in October of 2014. Celebrations will take place during the Centennial Festival of Riverboats, held at Waterfront Park, where there’ll be live music, lots of eats, bourbon, a parade fireworks, and of course, a ride on the Belle herself.
Fans of the Big Lebowski will find some kinship in Louisville, home of the Lebowski Fest. You can purchase tickets for the Movie Party, the Bowling Party or the Garden Party, or purchase one ticket for all three. Dress up like The Dude or one of the other movie characters to make the occasion even more memorable.
Are you persuaded by these reasons to visit Louisville? Planning a trip any time soon?