Louisville

Located at Gate 1 of Churchill Downs (where the race is held every May), the 2-story museum gives visitors an in-depth look into Thoroughbred racing. — Afar Magazine

If you are a connoisseur of the thoroughbreds, warm-ups and other races take place from April to June and again in September and November. — Lonely Planet

Hillerich and Bradsby Co., manufacturers of the world-famous bats, have been a Louisville mainstay since 1884. — Michelin Guide

This redbrick Georgian plantation house was built around 1790 by William and Lucy Croghan. — Fodor's

This 85-acre park is located in the heart of downtown Louisville. — Afar Magazine

Visitors can practice their jabs or watch a high-tech video about Ali’s life. — Afar Magazine