tom sawyer state park, this relaxed extended-stay hotel is 8 miles from locust grove historic farm, which dates from the 18th century. all have living rooms, kitchens and dining areas, as well as sofabeds and desks; upgraded apartments add separate bedrooms. other amenities include an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a patio with bbqs and a pergola, plus coin-operated laundry services. pets are welcome. a mile from both interstate 265 and the 550-acre e. casual studios sleeping up to 4 guests offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. a breakfast buffet and parking are complimentary. p. cribs are available Louisville International Airport 32 min
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park (6 min) Activity-filled, 550-acre urban park with trails, birding, a pool, an archery range & more. Kentucky Science Center (22 min) Kid-friendly science museum with hands-on exhibits, IMAX films, educational programs & more. Muhammad Ali Center (21 min) Memorabilia, exhibits & videos recount the life of the famous boxing icon & activist Muhammad Ali. The Frazier History Museum (22 min) Sharing stories that matter through exhibitions, education, performances & events. Louisville Water Tower Park (18 min) Historic tower & neoclassical-style pumping station on the Ohio River housing the WaterWorks Museum. Cherokee Park (26 min) Bucolic, landscaped urban park with a 2.4-mile scenic path, trails, picnic areas & a lake. Cave Hill Cemetery (23 min) This picturesque burial ground established in 1846 features the graves of many notable people. Howard Steamboat Museum (25 min) The 1894 home of a steamboat-building family is open for self-guided tours of exhibits & artifacts. Yew Dell Botanical Gardens (19 min) Nonprofit facility with multiple gardens, guided tours, classes, a gift shop & educational events. Falls of the Ohio State Park (24 min) Park on Ohio River featuring ancient fossil beds, nature-discovery center, hiking, fishing & more. Louisville Zoo (23 min) Modest-size zoo with habitats for gorillas, tigers & other animals, plus a splash park. Waterfront Park (22 min) City destination with walking paths, water features, kids’ play areas, vast lawns & public art. Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory (22 min) A giant baseball bat marks this venue offering tours & exhibits on the sports-equipment icon. The Speed Art Museum (25 min) Spacious art museum featuring classic & modern works, plus special exhibitions in contemporary digs. Big Four Bridge (19 min) Converted railroad bridge with seasonal lighting offering walkers scenic treks over the Ohio River. |