What to do in Southern Indiana

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Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts which includes modern architecture

Belle of Louisville featuring a ferry and a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people

Louisville Slugger Museum featuring interior views

Belle of Louisville showing a bay or harbour and a ferry as well as a small group of people

Frazier International History Museum featuring interior views

Southern Indiana Attractions

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Places of interest in Southern Indiana

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Southern Indiana attractions

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What to do in Southern Indiana

Popular places to visit

Holiday World and Splashin' Safari

Every day is a holiday at this fun-filled combination theme park and water park, where visitors of all ages can explore roller coasters, raft rides and wave pools.

Louisville Slugger Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Baseball is part of the American fabric. See where one important tool for this sport is produced in the factory that makes ball games possible.

Louisville Waterfront Park

3.5/5(2 reviews)

After visiting Louisville Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Louisville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Clifty Falls State Park

You can take time to visit Clifty Falls State Park during your travels to Madison. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's waterfalls.

Muhammad Ali Center

One of the world’s greatest boxers continues providing inspiration beyond the world of sport. Understand this superstar by visiting this center honoring him.

Whiskey Row

Learn about the local history of Louisville with a stop at Whiskey Row. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

KFC Yum Center

3/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at KFC Yum Center during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Kentucky International Convention Center

4/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Kentucky International Convention Center during your trip to Louisville. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

Fourth Street Live!

4/5(5 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Fourth Street Live! during your visit to Louisville. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Explore areas of Southern Indiana

Louisville Science Center which includes outdoor art

West Main Historic District

A noteworthy feature of West Main Historic District is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Frazier International History Museum and Louisville Slugger Museum.

Downtown Evansville

While visiting Downtown Evansville, you might make a stop by sights like Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville and Ford Center.

Portland

While visiting Portland, you might make a stop by sights like Portland Museum and Lannan Park Trailhead.

California

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in California and surrounding area, you can visit Union Station and Louisville Free Public Library-Western Branch.

Russell

If you're spending some time in Russell, Louisville Free Public Library-Western Branch and I. Willis Cole Residence are top sights worth seeing.

Park Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Park Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Louisville Defender Newspaper and Speed Art Museum.

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