Louisville has some of the most incredible sights in all of the country, some of which we may forget about from time to time. Here are 12 photos that show how amazing our city is, and a few of the reasons why we love to call Louisville our home.
- The view of our city lit at night.
Flickr / Nathaniel Our city at night is so breathtaking and taking a stroll on Louisville’s waterfront in the perfect evening date. Looking out onto the Ohio River waters reflecting the city’s colorful lights is one of the most beautiful sights in Louisville.
- This beautiful sunrise on the walking bridge.
Flickr / StevenW. We’re lucky to have the walking bridge to enjoy jogging across every morning! Watch the sunrise at a perfect height and the waters glisten beneath the morning light.
- The amazing foliage during fall.
Flickr / LuAnn Snawder Photography This photo captures the beauty of fall– the reason most of us are so excited for next season’s arrival! We have so many parks and forests in Louisville to enjoy the changing of leaves this fall.
- Waterfront Park.
Flickr / David Kidd We have so many amazing parks, but Waterfront Park is one of the best. Walk or cycle through this lovely park before crossing the walking bridge too.
- Walking around the Belvedere.
Flickr / Mike Mahaffle The Belvedere is another beautiful area to view the river. It’s elevated to provide great views of the sky and Ohio River, and there’s often festivals and other events hosted here because it’s such a prime location.
- Crescent Hill Reservoir Park.
Flickr / Flickrized This gothic gatehouse that sits upon the reservoir was built in 1879 and is a historic landmark in Louisville. It’s a beautiful sight to see this unique building across the water. Many people in Louisville have never visited the location because it sits on a hill, hidden to the many people who pass it daily on Frankfort Avenue.
- Amazing hidden waterfalls.
Flickr / Louisville Images We have a few beautiful waterfalls hidden around Louisville. Pictured above is Fairmount Falls, a lovely sight that can be reached easily by a short hike.
- Vibrant meadows.
Yelp / Thao T. The nature in Louisville is a large part of why it’s such a beautiful city. There are so many places to escape the urban scene, like this amazing meadow in Broad Run Park.
- Our mysterious forest trails.
Flickr / Tim Cleary We have amazing forests to explore in Louisville filled with trees, plants, and the occasional deer. Louisville is a great city for nature-lovers.
- Magnificent vistas to reach right in the city.
Flickr / Bryan Siders This photo was taken is the peak at Iroquois Park, providing the perfect view of our city. This is one of the amazing views that you’ll see when hiking in the forests found right here in Louisville.
- Gliding through peaceful creeks.
Flickr / Louisville Images If you like kayaking or boating, Louisville has plenty bodies of waters to explore and some of the views you’ll find are gorgeous. Even if you don’t like being on the water, walking along our creeks makes for a beautiful, peaceful walk.
- The beautiful Belle.
Flickr / Jonathan Parrish The Belle is another amazing landmark that definitely improves the look of our city. Our beautiful historic steamboat looks even better lit at night, next to the city skyline.
What are your favorite sights in the city? Share with us – and other Louisvillians – in the comments below or on Facebook! If you enjoyed this article, check out this one about the most beautiful sights in Kentucky.
Flickr / Nathaniel
Our city at night is so breathtaking and taking a stroll on Louisville’s waterfront in the perfect evening date. Looking out onto the Ohio River waters reflecting the city’s colorful lights is one of the most beautiful sights in Louisville.
Flickr / StevenW.
We’re lucky to have the walking bridge to enjoy jogging across every morning! Watch the sunrise at a perfect height and the waters glisten beneath the morning light.
Flickr / LuAnn Snawder Photography
This photo captures the beauty of fall– the reason most of us are so excited for next season’s arrival! We have so many parks and forests in Louisville to enjoy the changing of leaves this fall.
Flickr / David Kidd
We have so many amazing parks, but Waterfront Park is one of the best. Walk or cycle through this lovely park before crossing the walking bridge too.
Flickr / Mike Mahaffle
The Belvedere is another beautiful area to view the river. It’s elevated to provide great views of the sky and Ohio River, and there’s often festivals and other events hosted here because it’s such a prime location.
Flickr / Flickrized
This gothic gatehouse that sits upon the reservoir was built in 1879 and is a historic landmark in Louisville. It’s a beautiful sight to see this unique building across the water. Many people in Louisville have never visited the location because it sits on a hill, hidden to the many people who pass it daily on Frankfort Avenue.
Flickr / Louisville Images
We have a few beautiful waterfalls hidden around Louisville. Pictured above is Fairmount Falls, a lovely sight that can be reached easily by a short hike.
Yelp / Thao T.
The nature in Louisville is a large part of why it’s such a beautiful city. There are so many places to escape the urban scene, like this amazing meadow in Broad Run Park.
Flickr / Tim Cleary
We have amazing forests to explore in Louisville filled with trees, plants, and the occasional deer. Louisville is a great city for nature-lovers.
Flickr / Bryan Siders
This photo was taken is the peak at Iroquois Park, providing the perfect view of our city. This is one of the amazing views that you’ll see when hiking in the forests found right here in Louisville.
If you like kayaking or boating, Louisville has plenty bodies of waters to explore and some of the views you’ll find are gorgeous. Even if you don’t like being on the water, walking along our creeks makes for a beautiful, peaceful walk.
Flickr / Jonathan Parrish
The Belle is another amazing landmark that definitely improves the look of our city. Our beautiful historic steamboat looks even better lit at night, next to the city skyline.
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