The Alley Gallery in Louisville turns boring alley doors into mini art galleries, featuring over…read more130 vibrant vinyl murals by local artists. It's like a hidden art scavenger hunt downtown--small but full of charm. Great for exploring, easy to miss, and totally worth the detour.

Public art from local artists! I've known for awhile that businesses have been encouraged to hire…read moreartists to design a door belonging to their building; however, I haven't naturally bumped into many. After visiting the website I learned a map is available to download. While downtown I visited the Louisville Visitors Center, which is near the Hyatt Regency, and I noticed a painted door I'd never seen before. I was so excited! Time to find more. Love the mission behind Alley Gallery, to support local art and beautify Louisville.

Have you ever had those days where you head out not knowing where you're going, but knowing you'll…read moreend up somewhere great? That's what happened today when a friend and I stumbled into Kore Gallery. The gallery has been in this rehabbed warehouse space over a year. They have monthly events with the artists, wine, cheese. The space is actually rather large. Fun pit stop to you day; and if you'd got some cash to spend, check out the works here. I

If you love and appreciate oddities, you must walk inside this shop. Each time I know that I'm not…read moregoing to buy anything big, and yet I can't not stop in. I find their art, buttons, stickers, jewelry, and books interesting and fun, and open boxes of their selection of tarot and oracle cards let you browse the imagery. Don't miss their incense sticks at the front counter. Many of these have sweet, fruity smells and I'm excited to burn them.

This spot was so unique and cool. A good variety of gifts, posters, taxidermy, books, cards, ect…read more All items seem to be of good quality. A bit gothic, artsy, and dark. Good size and there is a cute kitty too.

Imagine an art gallery where it's the best part of Halloween all the time. A place with an amazing…read moreselection of prints, ceramics, one-of-a-kind pieces, jewelry, and housewares. That's Aurora. Everywhere you look, you will see something fascinating tucked into a corner somewhere. The staff is so nice and helpful, prices are great for a gallery, and they support real local Louisville artists. A one of a kind place to shop or just enjoy the art on every inch of the walls.

Honestly, I'm obsessed!…read more Aurora Gallery & Boutique is awesome! I'm going to be recommending this shop (and art gallery) to everyone I know. I loved everything inside, from the bath salts, to candles, to pins, to jewelry.. it's all so my style. Plus, the artwork is fantastic! The show I saw displayed was absolutely gorgeous! If you're in the market for artwork, Aurora is a great spot to visit. I will definitely be frequenting Aurora, both for myself and for gift shopping. They offer so many items in the shop, both big and small, in a range of prices, so it's the perfect place to check out if you're picking up something for a loved one (or simply to treat yourself). Do yourself a favor and check this spot out. I have a feeling you're going to find something you love!

Had a group of 7 that went here to make glass works paperweight. It was an amazing experience. The…read moreowners are fun and welcoming. I learned much about the process and got hands on experience. Price was perfect for the experience and the time we spent with the experts. Highly recommend!!​

From the owner: ACME Artworks is housed in a 24,000 sq. ft. building with 26 artist rental spaces, two exhibition…read morespaces, event and classroom space, and maker studios for glass, metal, wood, and other activities. We teach “Make-it!” glassblowing classes every Saturday during our hotshop season (Oct. - May). Our projects change seasonally so there’s something for everyone! We also offer 6 week intensive glassblowing classes as well as Date Nights. Our classes are very hands on and we assist you in making your creation in smaller sized classes to ensure a fun and memorable experience!

Super quiet, a reverent atmosphere with a surprisingly large collection as diverse as the centuries…read moreand a building will allow. I took the family and we spent several hours exploring and chatting about numerous pieces. Whatever your artistic preference and tastes, you'll find it here.

Stopped here briefly after having dinner at a nearby restaurant. We enjoyed the outdoor art pieces…read moreas we wandered around the open spaces surrounding the museum.

Ultra Pop is still thriving! It has a good home on Barret Ave alongside the other quirky shops and…read moreplaces to snack. Loved the metal masks and Halloween decor, followed closely by candy. The shop is full of books, comic books and pop figures, some not for sale but fun to look at. Always a friendly greeting when visiting and the store is nicely organized, making the small spot easy to shop.

Great shop with hard-to-find toys, comics, books and more. Organized, clean, and friendly!read more

I stumbled into this business and couldn't have been more happy that I did. It's so adorable, the…read morevivid colors from the artwork caught my eye and held it the entire visit! There are bags, cards, and prints for sale in addition to hanging artwork. The artist is super sweet and personable. What an incredible addition to the Shelby Park neighborhood!

what a lovely happenstance and a beautiful shop full of art!read more

Beautiful space, helpful waitstaff. The bar no longer makes cocktails of any kind. It is now a…read moretasting bar where you can get a flight of bourbon or a pour. As a lover of cocktails, I was pretty sad to discover those were eliminated. I also understand that it likely shortens the guest visit time since people are more apt to be tempted by an additional cocktail... which allows for more turnover in this smallish space. You arrive to this area after a tour. Alternately, you can request to be put on a list to visit this area from the gift shop. The list doesn't involve texting you when you're up, so you need to be hanging around or risk losing your place. The gift shop bar was pouring samples of one spirit during our wait (not of your choosing, more of a "this is what we're pouring today" situation) which was appreciated. The gift shop itself is really lovely, so that can help burn a little time as well. Last call was at 4pm if I remember correctly, which is fairly standard for distilleries in KY.

Hidden gem at Rabbit Hole. You can't make a reservation here, but you can ask to go up from…read moredownstairs where the gift shop is. There is an amazing balcony with comfy chairs that are perfect for a beautiful day. The relaxing balcony is half the reason to go, and it was extra nice that they ensure it isn't packed.