Churchill Downs

Churchill Downs is a race track South Louisville Louisville located in United States.

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    (502) 636-4400

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    churchilldowns.com

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    ChurchillDowns

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    Race Track

Address

700 Central Ave Louisville , KY 40208 United States

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Drinks Beer

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Marsha Lee

You will enjoy every minute at The Oaks & The Kentucky Derby @ Churchill Downs. Dress to impress, enjoy the atmosphere and the passion of horse racing at its best

Brianna Battista

A must see place while in Louisville! You get to interact with the horses and the jockeys! There is an amazing breakfast buffet in the club. And of course tons of hats to try on!

HISTORY

Welcome to the birthplace of the Kentucky Derby! Churchill Downs and its signature race were launched in 1875 by Colonel M. Lewis Clark.

Melinda Lee

14 $ is a bit steep but it is interesting learning about the history. If you go once every 10-15 years then it's worth it. Great for young kids.

Anuj Mathur

luxury suites are surprisingly affordable outside of the derby -- book one ahead and ask for pat to man the room.

Angela B

See the Museum and make sure you stay for a Race! It's one of those experiences you won't forget to be at such an old and historical sight! Secretariat was there! Barbaro! So many names!

Russell Hirschorn

Derbyyyyyyyyyy. Bring food in plastic wrap and clear bags. Buy chairs to be used for Oaks and Derb instead of 100s for bench seats .

Barry Austin

I was fortunate enough to have dinner at the downs one evening, wow ! What a place ! Be sure to put this place on your bucket list !

SportsTravel.com

Perhaps our signature event , the Kentucky Derby! This event is a must for every sports fan , and we have the right package for you. With multiple options available, the Derby has never been so close! Read more

AT&T

Ready for the Derby? We've made network improvements on site so you can share every second of the greatest two minutes in sports . Read more

Tim Quirsfeld

Mint juleps are an absolute must. The "most exciting two minutes in sports " is best enjoyed with one [or two] of these in hand, right in the center of all the action; the infield .

Fred G.

Order a mint julip at the bar . Be sure to visit the museum .

Emma

Ask for a lemonade at the bar - it's a home made , hand mixed, made on the spot blend!

Doc Haze

Infield can go to the rest of the park , however not as crazy as in years past. Still a great event and a lot people dressed to the nines and just as many dressed to the sixes. Read more

Allen Vogliano

This place was palatial! And the tour of the grounds was both informative and impressive!

Paull Young

Drink a Mint Julep , do a tour of the infield for amazing people watching , then put it all on number 9!

John Shivers

After a week of posting on FourSquare, I was The Mayor of Churchill Downs on Derby Day ! Top THAT!

Metromix Louisville

Arguably the most famous of Louisville landmarks , the Downs and the Twin Spires draws folks from all around the world. Read more

JEM Truely

Enjoy an affordable visit to Millionaire's Row for lunch during the regular racing season - but watch the races from the rail!

Chad Hembree

The facility is very modernized and is great for events .

Melanie Gould

The Finish Line Suites are very nice and the food is delicious.

Amy Guth

You owe it to yourself to go to the Kentucky Derby at least once, wear a big fancy hat, drink mint juleps and bet on horses .

Tony Huntoon ????????

Make sure you use the betting app. Makes for a much more enjoyable experience . Just don't ask the paramutual clerks about the app. They hate it because "it is taking their jobs."

Barracuda Networks

Don't wait for the Kentucky Derby ( which is awesome) ... enjoy the sport of kings at America's most famous place to race.

Amy W

Love the Oaks and Derby. Night racing is a blast during the summer, and love the fall meet. :) check out the museum if you're visiting.

Faris Altorki

Don't miss the tour ????????

Meredith Chalk

NO Credit cards in the paddock or infield . I wasn't in the clubhouse but from what I saw no credit cards for betting or food/drink. There are ATM 's so make sure you at least have your debit card.

The History Press

Follow Kimberly Gatto as she chronicles the history of the world’s most famous racing venue as it revolutionized the “Sport of Kings” and created the Kentucky Derby! Read more

VH1

The Kentucky Derby is a classic sporting event . Make sure you dress to impress like me if you’re headed to watch the races. - Terrell, The T.O. Show

Shawn

The hot brown sandwich in the derby cafe is amazing

Prolink

Churchill Downs at 18 minutes drive to the west of ProLink Staffing Louisville KY

Nichole

This is a must see if your passing through.

Jennifer Newcome

The museum is very fun and interactive

Louisville Guerrilla

Churchill Downs was the perfect venue for our event ! What an amazing evening! For pictures, check out our site: lggb.org Read more

FAHAD A2030

Enjoying the Kentucky derby the weather is great hoping our horse will win Taiba !

Rodger Dodger

Kentucky Derby 2018 - best day of my life!!

Home Run 1/2 Marathon

Another landmark along the route of October's Home Run 1/2 Marathon & roughly the half-way point of the race. You're heading toward the home stretch! Read more

Anna-Lysa Gayle

#JDRFWalk to cure diabetes underway. Watch #wlky tonight for a recap.

Christopher Parrish

On oaks & derby day the food is $$$$, so bring a sack lunch with you and spend the money you save on a winning bet.

Jazzie Chanel

I love this place! Construction currently in progress.

Robert

Legendary venue

Sage Izadi-Moghadam

Gotta try the infield at least once in your life time

Vivek Surti

If its Derby day , go to the infield . Find the outdoor techno club. Rage.

Ryan Ambs

A+ people watching . Skip the mint julep

mr wonderful

if you live by the track the ky derby is a pay day made eight hundred dollars parking cars in my yard on derby day

Thomas Maxwell

I absolutely love you Churchill Downs! Check out Freebie today! Read more

Luis Linares

Commuter options include public transit bus route 4 from down town . Read more

Elizabeth Dale

It was rainy but the tour was fun

Hector Rodriguez

Mint Juleps

Tiffany Adkins

Kentucky Derby is where it's at!!

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Displays, hats, pricey cafe, staff all top notch. - Lynne Roberts

8.2
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Great place watch the races! - Eric Monhollon

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Churchill Downs Turf Club

Racing and atmosphere - William Hunt

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Jockey Club Suites at Churchill Downs

Great food, service and view for Churchill Downs events - Paul Holba

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The Kentucky Derby 139

You should've bet on Orb. - Jake Smith

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Churchill Downs Winner's Circle

Front row center! - Nicholas Johnson

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