If you're looking for history, scenery, excitement, and something thatis one of the defining attractions of a city, Churchill Downs is a can't miss. The sights, the sounds, the pagentry, there is truly something for everyone. During the general racing season, it's cheap to visit, and if you play your cards right, you can even walk away with money! Enjoy... more

We were recently in Louisville for IM 2009. Definitely make it a point to stop in and see Churchill Downs if you are ever in the area. They offer a free tour as well as a few paid behind the scenes tours. You won't be sorry you stopped in! more

Chruchill Downs is the #1 attraction in Louisville IMO. They gave a free 30 minute tour, and I paid another $10 for the "Barn and Backside" tour. Both are worth a visit. Be sure and go before 10am - the horses are only on the track in the morning. I think the visit wouldn't be as much fun without the... more

I attended the Kentucky Derby two years ago and it is the most exciting 2 minutes in sports. My brother called to see where I was sitting at post time and I said look for me I am the one with the hat on! The whole day was incredible and a few days before I attended Dawn at the Downs... more

A friend and I spent nearly a full day at Churchill Downs recently. We took the two special tours and they're worth it. Be sure to take the Barn and Backsides Tour at 8:30 AM because the horses are exercised in the morning and you can watch them on the track. We also took the special tour to see the... more

Churchill Downs is beautiful and historic. Great way to spend a day. Walk around and see as much as possible of this historic racetrack. Churchill Downs is much more than a "racetrack". My family and I spent the day and had a great time. We are not big betters, so it did not cost much to have a good time... more

It had always been a dream of ours to go to the races at Churchill Downs. We were not disappointed. I started by calling customer service and asking for advice on making it a special day. They recommended that I get clubhouse seating and also reservations at the Matt Winn Dining room. Great recommendation. We were able to be in... more

This place oozes history and class but after the recent renovation it exudes more of the former rather then the later. The original structure, paddock and the track itself is majestic to see and you can feel the history during the tour. But the new addition looks more like a Vegas casino placed on top of a historic structure than... more

We went to Churchill Downs and paid $10 a piece to see the museum and an outdoor tour included in the ticket price. Our guide was funny and informative. The museum has info and dispays about the horses, jockeys and rituals of the whole experience. When we walked down to the field and the winner's circle-it was a lot of... more