Experience the thrill of Churchill Downs Racetrack at the Kentucky Derby Museum. Take a historic tour, enjoy interactive exhibits, and immerse yourself in the excitement of the races.
- Kentucky Derby Museum - Located in Louisville, the Kentucky Derby is one of America’s most exciting horse racing events in the world and takes place at Churchill Downs Racetrack. It is the first leg of the American Triple Crown and is known as ”The Most Exciting Two Minutes In Sports” because of the actual duration of the race. Some like to call the race “The Run for the Roses” for the blanket of roses draped over the Derby winner.
When you visit, you will enjoy a self-guided tour of the Kentucky Derby Museum, which includes two levels of family-friendly interactive permanent & temporary exhibits. Ten minutes past each hour, you will have the opportunity to see “The Greatest Race,” an 18-minute movie about the Kentucky Derby and its history, a story that puts you right in the heart of the first Saturday of May. Immediately following “The Greatest Race” and at 30-minutes past every hour, you will experience an exhilarating 30-minute guided walking tour of historic Churchill Downs Racetrack and witness where some of the most famous teams of jockeys and Thoroughbreds competed such as Secretariat, Barbaro, Big Brown, California Chrome and the most recent Triple Crown winner in 2015- American Pharoah.
- Expert-led tour
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Prepare to cross this off your checklist! Get immersive at Churchill Downs Racetrack, the world’s most recognized racetrack. The Kentucky Derby Museum is teeming with daily historical guided walks, two tiers of engaging permanent and temporary exhibits apt for family visits, “The Greatest Race,” a 360-degree audiovisual treat that will escalate your heartbeat and elevate your spirits, plus an opportunity to meet the Museum’s residing Thoroughbred and accompanying pony. Additional services include access to the Souvenir Store, Kentucky-themed delicacies at the Derby Cafe Express, and a whole lot more!
- A small amount of walking is involved if you choose to enjoy the Guided Track Visit of Churchill Downs.
- Wheelchair accessible: Free wheelchair rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis upon request. You are welcome to bring your own manual wheelchair, motorized wheelchair or electric mobility scooter.
- An induction loop is available for hearing impaired.
- Tours are outdoors and will depart rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, the Museum will do its best to reschedule your tour experience.
- Parking is available in front of the Museum. On race days during the Churchill Downs Racetrack events, there will be a charge for parking in this lot.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.