fried bologna anyone? Hauck’s Corner is also one of the most historic sites in the area. Dine while seated in an oversized Bourbon barrel at North of Bourbon, one of The New York Times’ “50 Favorite Restaurants” in 2024. The East Market District of downtown, also referred to as NuLu (for New Louisville), has become known for its unique art galleries, specialty stores, antique shops and award-winning culinary scene. To get a quick taste, Louisville Food Tours offers a taste of NuLu tour and gives participants a chance to try Kentucky staples like fried chicken, beer cheese, bourbon slushie and a Modjeska candy. NuLu boasts
which features green space, fountains, a pavilion, and a playground. An illuminated path starting at Big Four Station Park will lead visitors to the NoCo Arts & Cultural District, a hub for creativity. The 22-block area is home to three museums, two art centers, seven artists’ studios and a private maker space. Looking for some fresh air and exercise? The Ohio River Greenway is a seven-mile stretch of pathway along the edge of Jeffersonville, Clarksville and New Albany that can be explored by bike or foot. Take a scenic drive out to NSRA sponsor Bullitt County to visit four award-winning wineries. If Bourbon or brews are more your thing, you’re in luck with the James B. Beam American Outpost and Four Roses Warehouse & Bottling as well as Gallant Fox Brewing Co. Many attendees eagerly return to longtime NSRA sponsor Mike Linnig’s Restaurant in southwest Louisville each time they’re in town to pay homage to the family-owned and operated restaurant that’s been dishing up tasty fried fish and seafood since 1925. Linnig’s will welcome the rodders on Tuesday, July 29, for the exclusive Annual Street Rod Nationals Kick-Off Cruise Party. Louisville, as well as the surrounding area, is chockfull of scenic drives. Make the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® a destination after getting your start at the Frazier History Museum with the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® Welcome Center and The Spirit of Kentucky exhibit, which serves as the official starting point for your bourbon history journey. Louisville is well-known for its variety of architec-
one of Louisville’s hottest dining scenes. A favorite for visitors is always Butchertown Market, anchored by Work the Metal—a large bou- tique perfect for finding unique and modern furni- ture, clothing, home goods, jewelry, and novelty items. Don’t miss out on one of the nicest rooftops in the city at Copper & Kings Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, known for their American brandy. If you’re looking for a local joint to grab a brew, there are several toasty spots in town to check out including Falls City Brewing Company in Nulu, Ten20 Craft Brewery in Butchertown and Goodwood Brewing in NuLu, which offers an open-invitation Bluegrass Jam Saturdays from 3-6pm. Akasha Brewing Co., Goodwood Brewing Co. and West Sixth Brewing are also part of Louisville’s growing beer scene and are all within walking distance of each other. Bluegrass Brewing Company has a prime Main Street spot across from the KFC Yum! Center. Southern Indiana is also a great spot to visit as it’s just a quick ride across the Ohio River and offers two charming riverfront communities, Jeffersonville and New Albany, both with walkable downtowns. You can also take a short walk across the Big Four Bridge, landing you in Jeffersonville at the Big Four Station,
tural styles—from traditional to modern and some- where in between. Find your way to Old Louisville, a registered historic district that owns the bragging rights of having the largest collection of restored Victorian mansions in the country. If you’re an art lover, a visit to the Speed Art Museum will give you
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