Free Things to do in Louisville

Hiking at Iroquois Park

The trails at Iroquois park are such a beautiful view. The trails go on for a few hours and you can guarantee that you will be having an amazing time. Horseback riders that like to go on the trails would recommend these trails because of their amazing scenery.

Iroquois Park is right off New Cut Rd between Bluegrass Ave and Park Rd

While you here, check out the scenic overlook at Iroquois Park

At Iroquois Park, there is a beautiful view of hills and trees. There is also a tulip tree that is to be believed the largest tree in all of Louisville parks. This location is one beautiful place to visit.

Kickball at Crosby Park

There are many places where you can play kickball in Crosby park, due to the fact that it has many different baseball fields. This park is based around sports so there are also many different courts to choose from. They also have a building with drinking fountains for when you need a quick drink to rehydrate yourself for another game.

Crosby Park is located 11500-11708 Cedardale Rd, Louisville, KY 40223

Picnicking in Riverview Park

The park is very close to the Ohio River. This park lets you have that river feel as you are enjoying a nice picnic. They offer picnic tables for the people who don’t want to sit on the ground. Also, they have a bench swing set if you just want to eat your food while swinging and looking at the nice river.

Riverview Park is located at 8202 Greenwood Rd, Louisville, KY 40258

Climbing the silo at Turkey Run Park

The park is a beautiful site with wild animals roaming. You are allowed to climb to the top of the silo and look over the vast landscape. The wild animals and the 800 acres of land is one amazing view.

Turkey Run Park is right off Seatonville Rd

Garvin Brown Preserve

Garvin Brown Preserve is one of the most beautiful sites ever. With trails that go on for a while to the amazing nature trails that are child friendly. These trails can also be followed to the Ohio River with benches scattered along the way to stop for a short break. This is a great spot to get out and be one with nature.

Garvin Brown Preserve is located at 6200 Bass Rd, Prospect, KY 40059

Walking at The Joe Creason Park

The Park has a 1.5 mile paved walking path for you to enjoy. On the walk, there are two hills and a bridge that are so beautiful to look at because they go over a creek. Also, there are parts of the path that are shaded making you have a mix of both non-shaded and shaded.

Joe Creason Park is located at 1297 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213

Kids Play at Cliffside Playground

The park includes hiking trails, playgrounds, and a water splash pad. All of which children love Cliffside playground. Space there to run around is huge. The park includes picnic tables for when the family gets hungry and decides to eat. This is a great family park.

The Cliffside Playground is located at 10700 Broad Run Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40291

Tennis at Tyler Park

On the north side of the park, there are tennis courts. These tennis courts are in good condition and have older buildings/houses as the background because the park is located in the middle of an older town.

Tyler Park is three miles southeast of downtown Louisville

Kite flying at Jeffersontown Veteran’s Memorial Park

At Jeffersontown Veteran’s Memorial Park there is a vast area around 25 beautiful acres of land. This park is enjoyed by many that like to fly kites as the park has some nice wide-open spaces.

Jeffersontown Veteran’s Memorial Park is located at 10707 Taylorsville Rd, Jeffersontown, KY 40299

Fossil Hunting at Ohio State Park

There is no place in the world like it. Ohio State Park is full of fossils. It has been brought to attention that most fossils of any park were found here. This park is 1,404 acres of land and loaded with all types of different fossils.

The Ohio State Park is located 201 W Riverside Dr, Clarksville, IN 47129

The Big Four Pedestrian Bridge

The Big Four Pedestrian is giving people another amazing area for them to walk and bike. This old bridge was transformed from what it once was, a bridge for trains. This is known to be the largest expansion bridge in the US. The Big Four Pedestrian Bridge allows for great views of the Ohio Rivers and was converted into this amazing pedestrian bridge in 2014.

Big Four Pedestrian Bridge is located between Louisville and Jeffersonville

Louisville Cultural Pass

The Cultural Pass gives you access to the museums located in Louisville and many more cost worthy experiences for free. Also, This pass is amazing for the kids giving them access to fun learning experiences. In order to sign up, you need to go to your local participating library. In the past it was a paper pass, however, in recent years it has gone virtual.

For more information on FREE cultural pass visit a local library

Participating Libraries:

Louisville Free Public Library
Bullitt County Public Library
Jeffersonville Township Public Library
Charlestown-Clark County Public Library
Floyd County Library
 Harrison County Public Library 

St. Matthews Farmers Market

The farmers market is one of the most agricultural things in Louisville. They have this farmers market annually and it includes the selling of local fresh produce. It is open every Saturday from May 8-Sept 25 from 8 am to noon. It is located at 4100 Shelbyville Rd.

St. Matthews farmer’s Market is located at 4100 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40207

Story Time at Local Library

Storytime at a library is one of the best ways to get into a book but yet still not have to read. Also, one of the coolest things at storytime is the influence of reading and getting you into a story that you could relate to. This is where a book is read to the audience and is a favorite among many.

The Louisville public library is located at 301 York St, Louisville, KY 40203

Oxmoor Center Indoor Play Area

Inside of the Oxmoor Center Indoor Play Area, there are classes, play areas, and places to explore. In the play area, there are many different activities that you can do. Also, kids love this place because what it teaches is actually interesting.

The shopping center is located at 7900 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40222

Watch Candy be Made at Schimpff’s Confectionery

Watching candy being made here is one of the most amusing things for many people. This place also has an old 50’s soda fountain still in use. Bring the kids and show them a bit of history at Shcimpff’s Confectionery. The company is family-owned and always has been over the generations.

Schimpff’s Confectionery is located at 347 Spring St, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Anchorage Trail

There are many things to do on this trail. The trail includes many stops and the trail is 1 mile long. This makes your walking distance 2 miles if you decide to go back. Also, the trail allows for pets on a leash. The Anchorage Trail also includes many bridges that you walk through and enjoy.

This trail is located at 1500 Evergreen Rd, Louisville, KY 40223

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