Kids in Lou’s favorite spots for the whole family
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Glow Worm Cafe & Play
Glow Worm Cafe & Play is Louisville’s Reggio Emilia and Montessori inspired play space, alongside a gourmet coffee shop and bakery.Play Lounge and outdoor Play Patio are uniquely designed for the comfort & enjoyment of both kids and caregivers. Open Art Studio is open to any age.
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Locals Pizza Pub
Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub is a community-driven eatery in Louisville, KY, that focuses on locally sourced ingredients and creating a welcoming space for families even with a small child play area!
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Waterfront Botanical Garden
To develop an urban botanical garden by transforming a landfill and creating a place where nature prospers and people thrive through education, entertainment, community, and tourism.
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Kentucky Derby Museum
Full access to the Museum, including two floors of family-friendly interactive exhibits, viewing of a film, guided track visits and cafe/giftshop
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Goodbounce Pickleball Yard
Goodbounce Pickleball Yard is a place to play pickleball, there are 6 outdoor hard courts. A one-time fee is required to play. The facility includes amenities like food, restrooms, lights, a pro shop or equipment store, trainers or lessons, wheelchair accessibility, and water.
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Carmichael's Kids
Carmichael's Kids has a great selection for a wide range of ages and at varying price points, along with some other fun items, games and toys
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Kentucky Kingdom
Offers a hassle-free, adventure-filled days, where you can soar through the skies on world-class coasters and find big fun for little one's in King Louie's Playland with more than a dozen kid-friendly rides/activities
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Louisville Slugger Museum
Offers engaging hands-on exhibits, factory tours showcasing the bat-making process, and a free mini bat for every visitor. Kids can also explore the Bat Vault, featuring over 3,000 original bat models used by legendary players
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Louisville Zoo
Wide array of interactive exhibits like Gorilla Forest and Glacier Run, where kids can see animals up close and learn about conservation. Families can also enjoy special programs such as Sensory-Friendly Sundays and early childhood nature exploration activities
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Kentucky Science Center
Hands-on exhibits, interactive workshops, and science camps designed to spark curiosity and creativity in your kiddo’s young minds
Every family has a place in our top picks
Check out some of the family fun thats had at our favortie places in Lou down below.
Glowworm Cafe &Play
“Glow Worm is where kids come to play (or at least stare at the playground) and parents come to actually sit down for once.”
-Amanda L.
Carmicheals Kid’s
“The most adorable kids bookstore I've ever been in. The selection is great, and the value is high. I cannot wait for my Grands to be big enough to come along and choose their own books!”
-Mary M.
Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub
“Lots of fun colors, open space, and even a kids' play area to the right.”
-Kyle S.
Waterfront Botanical Gardens
“Nice free Botanical Garden that is very spacious and beautiful. It is a nice addition to Louisvilles new business and making our city more attractive and well maintained. This is a nice addition and it is neat to see all the plants and flowers this place has. It is very peaceful and it is free to everyone”
-Jeremy J.
