Louisville Mega Cavern, Louisville

Name: Louisville Mega Cavern
Address: 1841 Taylor Avenue, Louisville, 40213-1565, United States
Telephone: +1 502-855-6342

#24 among attractions in Louisville

Natural attraction, Historical place, Cave, Park, More...

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Facts and practical information

The Mega Cavern is a former limestone mine in Louisville, Kentucky. The cave stretches under parts of the Watterson Expressway and the Louisville Zoo. Due to its support structures, it is classified as a building and is the largest building in Kentucky. The cavern is used for business, storage, recycling, and tourism, with offerings including tram-guided tours, zipline tours, a ropes course, a mountain bike park, and an annual holiday lights display. ()

Elevation: 492 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°12'5"N, 85°42'15"W

Address

1841 Taylor AvenueSouth Side (Poplar Level)Louisville 40213-1565 United States

Contact

+1 502-855-6342

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Day trips

Louisville Mega Cavern – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Louisville Zoo, Alpine Ice Arena, Joe Creason Park, Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve.

~1610 ftN
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
Louisville Zoo, Louisville
8 min walk • The Louisville Zoo, a verdant oasis nestled in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky, is a celebrated destination for wildlife enthusiasts and families alike. This zoological garden provides a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the animal kingdom in a setting...
1.3 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Alpine Ice Arena, Louisville
32 min walk • Alpine Ice Arena is an arena and recreational sport facility in Louisville, Kentucky, operating since 1961. It features ice for hockey, figure skating, and open skating.
0.7 miN
Park
Joe Creason Park, Louisville
17 min walk • Joe Creason Park is a municipal park in Louisville, Kentucky, United States. Located in the Poplar Level neighborhood, it is in roughly the central portion of the city.
0.7 miNW
Park
Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve, Louisville
18 min walk • Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve is a 41-acre nature preserve located in the Jefferson County of Louisville, Kentucky's Poplar Level neighborhood, in roughly the central portion of the city.
~660 ftE
38°12'3"N • 85°42'7"W
Cyril Allgeier Community Center, Louisville
4 min walk • Park
0.5 miNW
Neighbourhood
Poplar Level, Louisville
13 min walk • Poplar Level is a neighborhood five miles southeast of downtown Louisville, Kentucky, United States. It is part of the larger Camp Zachary Taylor area.
1.1 miNE
Neighbourhood
Hayfield Dundee, Louisville
30 min walk • Hayfield-Dundee is a neighborhood in eastern Louisville, Kentucky. Its boundaries are Dundee Road, Emerson Avenue, Newburg Road, I-264, and Tremont Drive to the east. Prior to subdivision, much of the land had been part of the Hayfield Farm, owned by Dr.
1.3 miW
Neighbourhood
Prestonia, Louisville
34 min walk • Prestonia is a neighborhood five miles southeast of downtown Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. Its boundaries are Preston Highway, Interstate 65, Interstate 264 and the Norfolk Southern Railway tracks.
1.1 miSE
Neighbourhood
Whitner, Louisville
29 min walk • Whitner is a neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky located along Bishop Lane and Pinewood Road.
1.1 miN
Sport, Sport venue
Knights Field, Louisville
29 min walk • Knights Field is a baseball park located on the campus of Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky. It is home of the Bellarmine Knights baseball team.
1 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Owsley B. Frazier Stadium, Louisville
26 min walk • Owsley B. Frazier Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium on the campus of Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky. The facility serves as home to Bellarmine's soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, and track and field teams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Louisville Mega Cavern open?

Louisville Mega Cavern is open:

Monday 8 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 10 pm
Thursday 8 am - 10 pm
Friday 8 am - 12 am
Saturday 8 am - 12 am
Sunday 8 am - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Louisville Mega Cavern?

Nearby attractions include Cyril Allgeier Community Center, Louisville (4 min walk), Louisville Zoo, Louisville (8 min walk), Poplar Level, Louisville (13 min walk), Joe Creason Park, Louisville (17 min walk).

How to get to Louisville Mega Cavern by public transport?

The nearest stations to Louisville Mega Cavern:

Bus

Preston / 4267 • Lines: 45XNorthBroadway, 45XNorthMain, 45XSouth (38 min walk)