Lincoln Memorial at Waterfront Park [Louisville KY]…read more The memorial, dedicated to the country's famous 16th president, is located at the Waterfront Park at a city park by the Ohio River. It has sculptural parts including a larger-than-life statue of Abraham Lincoln, four artistic expression sculptures, and Abraham Lincoln's own words engraved with four famous quotes on a stone amphitheater to express his lifelong ties to Kentucky. The memorial is a simple moving tribute very nicely done. It is a free attraction set against the scenic Ohio River. We were there around 7:45p as the sun was setting behind the Interstate 65 across the Ohio River. Review #3927

Even though I walked through Waterfront Park on my 2021 trip to Louisville, I didn't discover the…read moreLincoln Memorial until my 2023 summer trip. Created by sculptor Ed Hamilton, the memorial was completed in 2009. The memorial is comprised of a 12 foot tall sculpture of Abraham Lincoln sitting on a rock beside his top hat, in front of steps engraved with various quotations from Lincoln's speeches: "I, too, am a Kentuckian"; "A house divided against itself cannot stand"; "With malice toward none, with charity for all"; and "As I would not be a slave, so I would not be a master." There are also four bas-relief panels depicting various periods in Lincoln's life, from childhood to slavery and emancipation. An interesting and aesthetic memorial. [Yelp collections: Louisville/Indianapolis 2023; Louisville, KY 2023; Monuments, Memorials, and Historical Markers]

Fort Duffield Park & Historic Site is awesome! I love visiting to hike and walk the trails. B went…read moremountain biking here several times before I had the chance to visit, so he was familiar with the trails and was able to plan a great half day of walking and hiking for us. We had a blast! Plus, we were able to bring Batman (our Frenchie), and he loved it too. Fort Duffield contains the largest earthen Civil War fortress in Kentucky, which is pretty cool to see. It overlooks West Point, which makes for a nice view. We visited in January, when the trees hadn't yet bloomed, so we got a really great view from the overlook. I'm sure when all of the leaves are full the view isn't as clear, but the area is still beautiful. We also walked through the memorial cemetary, which is an awesome preservation of history. If you like visiting historical sites, this one is great. The walking trails are scenic, but still very easy to navigate. And if you prefer a more strenuous hike, you can create one for yourself. We'll definitely be back!

I'm a civil War buff so this place has some meaning and significance to me. The path or road to the…read moretop of the hill is a bit steep. The asphalt road leading up to the fort has been closed off for years. It appears that tree branches and other overgrowth have not been trimmed recently. Since Covid there hasn't been much activity or events which is unfortunate. Although no battles were fought here it was an important site to defend against the possibility of a Confederate attack. It's probably the best preserved earthen fortification of the Civil War that is still intact. A small memorial cemetery is located opposite the fort. The dead, as far as I know, have been reinterred closer to their homes I believe. Disease felled these unfortunate souls rather than bullets.

Shall we get out and see some culture…read more This overlook sits off the waterline on the Indiana side of the Ohio River. It's under and around the wharf. It has so much to offer. During the summer time they have free concerts on a river boat barge with plenty of places to enjoy the music from. Now the potty situation is a portable one. After the June 19th, 2026 celebrations, which were uneventful. They were quiet too, the crowds did not leave any liter or bottles. Coming from a party town of Las Vegas it was great. No pee or vomit smells. The overlook is just a nice place to hang out and enjoy the Ohio River no matter what sort of a day it is. Wait five minutes the weather will change? The bridge at night lights up too with all sorts of LEDS! On the green is a river boat that they have concerts on every once in a while. It's the July 4, 2026 celebration and they had a free concert . It's was a great tribute band to Fleetwood Mac. Then the fireworks show exploded over our heads as the band rang in 250 years. Hold your hands and let the roar of the music and fireworks make your sanity challenged .

This Overlook in Jeffersonville is a hidden gem that offers panoramic views of the Ohio River and…read moredowntown Louisville. I had the overlook to myself during my visit to enjoy the river on a quiet Monday morning. I saw a lovely "steam" boat meandering down the river. The former Big Four Railway Bridge crossing the Ohio River is prominent to the west. The portico is upscale with benches and a picnic table to sit and enjoy the scenery. Roses and lilies were blooming around the pristinely manicured overlook. I thought of the history that has travelled this site on the river. Centuries of Indigenous people, Lewis & Clark, Lafayette and early settlers all traveled past this site. West of the overlook is a lovely grass amphitheater that will come alive in the summer. East of the overlook are empty boat slips. I found free street parking directly across from the overlook. I did not see public restrooms nearby. Access is wheel chair and stroller friendly. The Overlook is a must visit if you are in Jeffersonville.

Leslie was awesome. Lots of good info and conversations…read more Very unique tour with lots of great stops and food! Everything was well coordinated. Drinks were really interesting and fit with the food and tour. Definitely recommend this tour

We love city tours. Walking tours, bike tours, food tours, bus tours. With limited time in a city,…read morethey're a great way to get a feel for the area and to pick out places you'd like to revisit. Heck, we've even taken tours in our own city! Very fun. This tour was no exception. We had a very enjoyable afternoon, got to see a lot of different things, learn a bit about the history of Louisville, and try some delicious foods. The format of this tour is as such: the bus drops you off at a location for 30-60 minutes, giving you time to explore while City Taste runs off to pick up food from a local eatery. When you get back on the bus, there's a taste (and a drink) to be eaten as you drive on to the next stop. The benefit of this is that you get to experience AND taste bits of Louisville, instead of one or the other. The drawback is that there is sometimes a bit of waiting around for the bus to return. On our tour, we stopped at Schimpffs candy shop, Churchill Downs (where we took a tour), Old Louisville, Louisville Slugger OR NULU (we were given an option), and the Belle of Louisville. Our favorite stop was Old Louisville by far. What a BEAUTIFUL area with such rich history! The food we had was fried green tomatoes, hush puppies, hot brown pizza, pulled pork and potato salad, and Derby Pie. All were delicious, but the particular favorites were the hush puppies and the hot brown pizza. Alongside came a variety of drinks... we weren't huge fans of the flavored beers and wines (vanilla, strawberry, etc.) but we liked the bourbon tastings, the bourbon coffee, and the mint julep at the end. For reference, the food quantity was enough to keep us mostly satisfied but not amounting to a full meal replacement. I wouldn't eat a huge lunch before you go, but I also wouldn't show up hungry. City Taste Tours was extremely accommodating and gracious to our family. I realize these tours aren't geared toward kids specifically, but they went out of their way to make it enjoyable for everyone on board. If you're looking for a tour that's a bit of everything, a "taste" of all tours, this is the one for you. It's quirky, fun, and a great way to spend an afternoon in Louisville. **One last thing I'd mention: we booked a private tour, mostly because we just didn't want to take away from anyone else's experience by bringing 6 kids along. We were surprised to find out after being picked up that the bus was picking up other riders as well. It honestly worked out TOTALLY fine - it was a great couple that came along with us - but I just mention this to warn someone who actually cares a lot about it being a private tour... you might want to double check that they don't somehow overlook your private reservation and add extra people to your group.

Lewis & Clark Started here!…read more This is evidently where General George Rogers Clark started recruiting a team of people for discovery that became the Lewis & Clark Expedition. They left here on October 26, 1803 and returned on November 5, 1806. The house is locked, but what I was told is that in the warmer months it's opened up and you can walk around inside. There isn't much to see as far as the property goes, but turn around and look at the gorgeous falls of the Ohio river, downtown Louisville and the bridges. It's breathtaking!!

This is the site where William Clark and Meriwether Lewis met overlooking the falls of the Ohio…read moreRiver before their expedition to explore the Northwest Territories. There's a stunning view of the falls and the city of Louisville. There is a replica of the slave cabin and only the chimney of the house which burned down in 2021. There is also a small picnic area.

Excellent knowledge of historic architecture and happenings in old Louisville. Highly recommended!read more

This was a wonderful walking tour - I highly recommend it if you are interested in architecture,…read moreVictorian times, or history in general. Our tour was given by a knowledgeable guide named Erika who treated us like old friends and was so sweet to all of us, but especially to our energetic 6 yr old. While the area is gorgeous and can be enjoyed just walking around on your own, the tour gives special context and meaning to this beautiful environment, which makes it that much more special. You can round out the visit with a coffee at Old Louisville Coffee Co-op and a tour of the Conrad- Caldwell Mansion.

Just look for the seven story bat! [Louisville KY]…read more That's a huge bat! The world's biggest baseball bat stands at the entrance to Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory building. It's a replica of Babe Ruth's Louisville Slugger. You won't have trouble finding the building, for sure. The World's Biggest Bat holds the Guinness World Record for largest baseball bat stretching 120-feet into the sky and weighing approximately 68,000 pounds, made of steel and hand-painted to look like wood. Inside the museum there is a 13-minute film, "Heart of the Game," that relives some of the greatest hits in baseball and it shows a little history of that bat. This is also a great photo spot before entering (or after your visit) so be sure to get plenty of pictures for your iG because it's Insta-worthy ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Review #3901

Worlds largest baseball bat is as it is described. It's a giant wooden Lousiville slugger baseball…read morebat that sits in front of famed Louisville slugger factory and Museum. The massive bat has become a fixture of the Lousiville art scene and seems like any time there is a special or show here in the city they give you the shot of the giant bat. Obviously a popular photo op for locals and tourists. Overall this downtown Louisvile sculpture on museum row was a very cool addition when they added it the city and has become a staple for the city and I imagine it will remain one. Smart marketing by whoever came up with the idea.

Dirk and cheese statue is a quirky and obscure piece of public art in downtown new Albany Indiana…read moreat the exit of a parking garage near e market st where lots of popular places to eat and shop are located. Not sure what the fork and cheese represent to the city of new Albany but it is a very fun photo op and looks cool. Overall I always enjoy different forms of public art and this one absolutely is unique and fun. So to me it's a cool addition to that particular area of town.

This is an interesting statue that I found when I was in Indiana. I really don't know what this is…read moreall about but it's just a big old fork and a piece of cheese. So it's pretty cool to check out