Hawthorne
Louisville
Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention center in Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Churchill Downs
Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.
KFC Yum Center
Catch an event at KFC Yum Center during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Louisville Slugger Museum
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 Zoo
A zoo visit promotes respect for animals and their well-being. Share a day with family at this city zoo with its abundance of species and activity areas.
Louisville Mega Cavern
An old quarry is now an underground attraction beneath the city. Explore this area that will fascinate all visitors with its uniqueness.
Things to do
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Lace, Lunacy, and Loss: Louisville Ghost Tours
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Hawthorne Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
"The staff was very helpful."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Bring extra blankets. Very thin quilt so you may need extra blankets."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
"Clean, staff are very welcoming, the place is beautiful and nice"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
"We absolutely love this property! This is our 2nd visit. Great location. Beautiful hotel that you really don’t have to leave. Staff is wonderful and accommodating. My rating is more towards the guests that were there on this visit and how everything was handled by the staff. The first day was wonderful ..."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
"We traveled here for business and were initially scheduled to stay just two nights at this beautiful hotel, but we ended up extending our stay to six days! 😁 The front desk staff was professional and highly accommodating. Additionally, the housekeeping team was absolutely amazing—everyone made me ..."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
"The king suite was perfect for two adults and two children on pullout sofa. Very Comfortable,Clean and spacious. The pool is smaller but has a great seating area. We took advantage of evening snacks and breakfast with made to order omelets. Building is beautiful It was a great visit"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hawthorne
St. Matthews
Major shopping destination with the fifth-largest mall in Kentucky, Mall St. Matthews, and smaller centers along Shelbyville Road. Don't miss the historic St. Matthew's Episcopal Church and Holy Trinity.
Cherokee Triangle
When in Cherokee Triangle, you can plan a visit to Headliners Music Hall and Historic Frankfort Avenue, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tyler Park
While Tyler Park isn't home to many top sights, Headliners Music Hall and Nulu Market Place are some notable places to visit nearby.
Irish Hill
When in Irish Hill, you can plan a visit to Headliners Music Hall and Mellwood Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Highlands
Highlands might not have many top sights, but Headliners Music Hall and Nulu Market Place are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Germantown
When in Germantown, you can plan a visit to Du Pont Manual Stadium and Headliners Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
