Louisville is a vibrant place to learn and live
As a thriving metropolitan area, it offers museums, a zoo, a waterfront park, a robust local food and coffee culture, over a hundred parks and recreation areas and numerous ministry opportunities. For whatever amount of time you're in the area or whatever stage of life you're in, Louisville, Kentucky, has much to offer.
Ready to visit? We'll provide your lodging and you may also qualify for travel reimbursement. Scroll down to learn more.
Around Town
Food and Coffee
| Please & Thank You 3.3 miles / 9 minutes from campus | Blue Dog Bakery and Cafe 0.9 miles / 3 minutes from campus | Nord’s Bakery 4.8 miles / 14 minutes from campus |
| El Taco Luchador 2.5 miles / 8 minutes | La Bodeguita de Mima 3.6 miles / 9 minutes | Joella’s Hot Chicken 1.5 miles / 5 minutes |
| Quills Coffee 1.4 miles / 5 minutes | Sunergos Coffee 4.9 miles / 12 minutes | Heine Bros. Coffee 1.3 miles / 4 minutes |
| Con Huevos 2.5 miles / 8 minutes | Momma’s Mustard, Pickles & BBQ 1.5 miles / 4 minutes | Simply Thai 1.7 miles / 5 minutes |
Attractions and Activities
| Kentucky Kingdom Theme & Water Park 9.0 miles from campus / 14 minutes | Schimpff’s Confectionery 4.7 miles / 9 minutes (Jeffersonville, Indiana) | Louisville Slugger Museum 4.8 miles / 9 minutes |
| Waterfront Botanical Gardens 3.0 miles / 8 minutes | Kentucky Science Center 4.8 miles / 9 minutes | River Stage (FREE) 4.9 miles / 13 minutes (Jeffersonville, Indiana) |
| Louisville Bats Baseball 3.7 miles / 9 minutes | Locust Grove 5.3 miles / 12 minutes | Belle of Louisville 4.8 miles / 9 minutes |
| Kentucky Derby Museum 9 miles / 16 minutes | Thunder Over Louisville |
Parks and Recreation
| Big Four Bridge 4.8 miles / 10 minutes | Falls of the Ohio State Park 5.3 miles / 13 minutes | Seneca Park 1.2 miles / 5 minutes |
| Cherokee Park 1.1 miles / 3 minutes | Waterfront Park 4.8 miles / 10 minutes | Old Jeffersonville Historic District 4.7 miles / 13 minutes (Jeffersonville, Indiana) |
| The Parklands of Floyds Fork 16 miles / 18 minutes |
Ministry Opportunities in Louisville
| Scarlet Hope We’re on a mission to share the hope of Jesus with every woman in the sex industry. | Re:Center Ministries Extending gospel-centered mercy to the homeless and hurting of the greater Louisville, KY area. |
| Refuge International Refuge International’s mission is to “Glorify God by partnering with local churches to love refugees and immigrants.” | Portland Promise Center The Portland Promise Center believes that God’s promise of a new heaven and a new earth includes the Portland neighborhood. |
| BsideU for Life A ministry for women facing unplanned pregnancies. |
We invite you to visit us in Louisville!
Meet faculty, visit classes, and learn all about how Southern Seminary will equip you for a lifetime of faithfulness.
Plus – we’ll cover 2 nights of hotel lodging for you and your immediate family on your first visit to campus.
Travel reimbursement may be available if you’re considering relocating to Louisville.
Visits are offered year-round.