Hawthorne
Louisville
Popular places to visit
Kentucky Exposition Center
Learn about the events happening in Kentucky Exposition Center during your trip to Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre 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.
University of Louisville
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Louisville during your travels in Louisville. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
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.
Things to do
Bourbon Tour (03) : Buffalo Trace, Woodford, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Other
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
ORIGINAL Old Louisville Walking Tour seen in The New York Times!
Old Louisvilles Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Hawthorne
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
We had a pleasant stay at the hotel, despite a long wait at check-in. The staff was exceptionally polite, apologizing for the delay and even offering us an additional breakfast as a gesture of goodwill. The facilities were well-maintained, and the buffet exceeded our expectations with a great variety ...
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Loved the room. Could have used better blankets. Other than that it was amazing.
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
Your staff was very knowledgeable and helpful
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Room was clean , friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Radisson Hotel Louisville North
The towels, sheets, mattresses and pillows are new and well maintained. The view from the window in the rooms of the A wing facing the lake is beautiful. The floors were dirty on all the corners of the room and the first room we were offered had the door broken into and it wouldn’t lock. Staff was ...
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
The Brown Hotel
Great hotel and property. Would highly recommend it. Great old world charm.
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hawthorne
St. Matthews
St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Saint Matthews Pavilion Shopping Center.
Cherokee Triangle
While there might not be top attractions in Cherokee Triangle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall.
Tyler Park
While Tyler Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall.
Irish Hill
While Irish Hill isn't home to many top sights, Headliners Music Hall and Mellwood Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Highlands
While there might not be top attractions in Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Headliners Music Hall and Mid City Mall Shopping Center.
Germantown
Though Germantown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mid City Mall Shopping Center and Headliners Music Hall.
