6 days in Louisville & Elizabethton Itinerary

Venture out of the city with trips to Lexington (Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. & Keeneland). There's lots more to do: learn insider's secrets on a distillery tour, explore the fascinating underground world of Louisville Mega Cavern, examine the collection at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and try your luck at Churchill Downs.

To see photos, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Louisville trip planner.

New York City to Louisville is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier evenings in Louisville when traveling from New York City in October, with lows around 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) so you can go by car to Elizabethton.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Sat): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Rough Ridge Lookout, look for all kinds of wild species at Grandfather Mountain, and then admire the sheer force of Linville Falls.

For reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Elizabethton visit planning site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Louisville to Elizabethton. October in Elizabethton sees daily highs of 69°F and lows of 47°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride back home.