World-famous as the home of the Kentucky Derby and the greatest two minutes in sports,Louisville and the surrounding metropolitan region offer much more than the sound of thundering hooves during racing season. Fascinating museums and famous historic sites, world-class performing and visual arts, charming historic districts, and fashionable shopping centers are just a few of the amenities that guarantee excitement 365 days out of the year.  Those who enjoy fine dining will find more than 2,500 choices in the Louisville area, where five-star restaurants harmonize with ethnic cuisine, casual eateries, charming cafes, and family fare.

Newcomers will be able to explore a virtually unlimited number of settings and lifestyles, from neighborhoods nestled in the heart of the city to suburban Indiana communities across the Ohio River or small towns in rural Kentucky . Elegant, well-preserved historic homes shaded by ancient trees join country manors, sprawling ranches, and new residential villages in this panoramic region.

Smaller towns and rural communities in outlying counties in Kentucky and Indiana  provide a close-knit atmosphere where shopkeepers know each customer by name. Close to home, the dazzling attractions  in downtown Louisville draw residents to major sports events and wonderful venues. Many of the cities surrounding Louisville are experiencing rapid growth and quality development, adding their own unique amenities to the metropolitan scene.