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Louisville, Kentucky is the perfect destination for a romantic weekend getaway! Here's why.
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15 Lovely Things to Do on a Romantic Getaway to Louisville, Kentucky

Last Updated:   December 22, 2020

I grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, a city famous for two things: bourbon and horses. True to form, my childhood in Louisville involved plenty of of horseback riding, and I developed a taste for bourbon at a young age (nooo, that sounded bad. I mean like… bourbon in chocolate form, not actual bourbon. Look, I turned out just fine, OK?). I may have moved away years ago, but I will always think of Louisville as home! Visiting Louisville as an adult, I’ve realized that there is SO much to do in this amazing city, and so much to share with Jeremy. We’ve realized that Louisville makes the PERFECT romantic getaway! Whether you’re looking for a weekend escape or you live close enough to Louisville to visit frequently (so jealous), there are tons of romantic things to do in Louisville. Below, we’ve got a selection of our top date ideas, organized by category (so that you can tailor your date to your Tinder selection for that day. Kidding, ish). Grab your adventure partner and snuggle up on your romantic getaway to Louisville, Kentucky!

by Lia Garcia 
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50+ Amazing places to visit in Louisville, Kentucky USA. Things to do in Louisville, attractions in Louisville, and everything you need to know about visiting Louisville, KY!
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50 Places to Visit in Louisville, Kentucky: The Ultimate (Local’s) Guide

Last Updated:   December 22, 2020

My hometown of Louisville, Kentucky is a city full of surprises – for those that have never visited, that is. Many people are surprised when they find out that Louisville is the 16th largest city in the country. Or that, unlike the state it’s a… [read more]

by Lia Garcia 
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Food & Drink Travel, United States

32 Best Breweries, Distilleries, & Bars in Louisville, KY: A Local’s Guide

Last Updated:   December 22, 2020

Louisville, Kentucky is a city that’s famously known for a drink: bourbon. Sure, it’s technically Kentucky that invented Bourbon, but Louisville has embraced it, built upon it, and created a drinking scene honoring it. We spent a few weeks exploring my old Kentucky hometown of Louisville and drinking a ridiculous amount, discovering everything from the best Louisville breweries to amazing Louisville bourbon bars and, of course, incredible Louisville distilleries.

by Lia Garcia 
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29 amazing places to eat in Louisville, Kentucky! A local's guide. From bourbon donuts to fried chicken to hot browns to shrimp & grits and beyond!
Food & Drink Travel, United States

34 Delicious Places to Eat in Louisville, Kentucky: A Local’s Guide to Louisville Restaurants

Last Updated:   December 22, 2020

The food scene in my hometown of Louisville, Kentucky is constantly changing and evolving. We spent a few weeks exploring Louisville and discovering everything from the best brunch in Louisville to the best Louisville restaurants for lunch or dinner, where to get dessert in Louisville, and even the best coffee in Louisville. Yep, that’s right: we have you covered on all 5 major meals: brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, and coffee.

by Lia Garcia 
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A local's guide to why you need to spend Halloween in Louisville, Kentucky this year!
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12 Reasons to Celebrate Halloween in Louisville, Kentucky: A Local’s Guide

Last Updated:   December 22, 2020

Louisville, Kentucky is the city where I was born and raised, and although I’ve traveled all over the world, I’ve never found anywhere quite as special. Louisville is more than just a world class city brimming with art, culture, food, bourbon, and the friendliest people you’ll meet anywhere. Halloween season is one of the best times of the year to visit Louisville. It’s not just the crisp autumn air and crunchy colorful leaves that brings me back year after year, but also unique autumn festivals and events (like a massive Jack O’Lantern immersive art experience) an incredible array of terrifying haunted houses (Halloween in Louisville is SO EPIC), yummy autumn bourbon tasting, and gorgeous scenic drives and walks through some of the most beautiful fall foliage in the USA. Here’s why you need to celebrate Halloween in Louisville, Kentucky!

by Lia Garcia 
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