Having fun in the city doesn't have to break the bank! There are plenty of budget-friendly and free things to do in Louisville. Don't miss these 10
kid-friendly activities.
Caufield’s Novelty has been delighting Louisvillians since 1920 with costumes, spooky animatronics, a Zoltar fortune teller, funhouse pranks, and an array of gag gifts, many under $10.
Rent a bike at Waterfront Park and bike across Big Four Bridge to Jeffersonville, Indiana, or enjoy a leisurely walk, soak up the sun and enjoy the views of the river.
Visit Cave Hill Cemetery to honor Muhammad Ali and other Kentucky icons in a scenic, historic setting with free year-round admission.
Enjoy free live Bluegrass and Kentucky roots music every weekend from April to October with the LouGrass music series at local venues.
The 21c Museum is a free museum featuring a large collection of world class contemporary art. Visitors are welcome 24 hours a day and can also stay in the 21c Louisville Hotel above the museum.
Visit Muth’s Candies in NuLu to try a Modjeska, a caramel-covered marshmallow treat dating back to 1883.
Shop, dine, and people-watch at Logan Street Market, Louisville’s only public market, offering 25+ vendors with delicious treats under $10.
Discover the world’s largest exposed Devonian fossil bed at The Falls of the Ohio State Park, where Lewis and Clark met before their expedition, and explore interactive exhibits at the Interpretive Center—all with free admission.
Immerse yourself in nature at Iroquois Park, a 739-acre Olmsted-designed retreat featuring scenic trails, wooded landscapes, a historic amphitheater, and breathtaking overlooks—all with free admission.
Explore Ohio Valley history at The Filson Historical Society with free guided tours of its extensive archives, historic Ferguson Mansion, Wood Carriage House, and Owsley Brown II History Center.
Posted by: Louisville Tourism
Posted on: 26/03/2025