Churchill Downs

Churchill Downs is the most famous track in the US, and is located in Louisville, Kentucky. It is most known for hosting the Kentucky Derby.

Quality of Facility
4.5/5
Location Rating
4.4/5
Audience
4.8/5

Churchill Downs history and tradition has made it one of the globe’s most renowned racetracks and is the most legendary facility of its kind in the world. Furthermore, the track formally opened to the public in 1875. It is home to world’s biggest race, the Kentucky Derby

Ever since its inception, it has grown to become the best venue for a number of renowned horse racing events including the 2018 Breeders’ Cup. Other notable races that it has hosted include the Woodford Reserve, Clark Handicap, Stephen Foster, and Turf Classic. America recorded the track in the list of National History Landmarks in 1986.

Churchill Downs History

Churchill Downs is located in Louisville, Kentucky. It draws fans from across the globe. More than 150,000 people pack the track the watch the Kentucky Derby. Besides the incredible races there is a Kentucky Derby museum on the grounds as well.