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Breeders' Cup 2006

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2006 Breeders’ Cup Restaurant Recommendations

Lilly’s Restaurant

1147 Bardstown Road

Louisville, Kentucky 40204

502.451.0447

www.lillyslapeche.com

Reservations Recommended

Lunch: 11am-3pm Tuesday-Saturday

Dinner: 5:30pm-10pm Tuesday-Thursday

          5:30pm-11pm Friday-Saturday

“The most influential and celebrated Louisville restaurant of the past decade…” is how the Louisville Dining Guide refers to Lilly’s Restaurant. Innovative culinary dishes inspired by and celebrating the freshness of regional produce. With a vast selection of wines, cognacs, bourbons, you’ll discover why this dining jewel sparkles and is a great destination for your 2006 Breeders’ Cup experience.

The Oakroom at the Seelbach Hilton

500 South Fourth Avenue

Louisville, Kentucky

502.807.3463

www.seelbachhilton.com

Reservations Recommended

Lunch: 11am-1:30pm

Dinner: 5:30pm-10pm Daily

Sunday Champagne Piano Brunch: 10am-2pm

Make sure your 2006 Breeders’ Cup includes a trip to The Oakroom. With a bold and adventurous menu infusing European, Asian and Mediterranean cooking techniques, the “Grand Old Lady of Louisville” seeks to tempt your taste buds.

Vincenzo’s Italian Restaurant

150 South 5th Street

Louisville, Kentucky 40202

502.580.1350

www.vincenzosdining.biz

Reservations Recommended

Lunch: 1130am-2pm Monday-Friday

Dinner: 5:30pm-10pm Monday-Thursday

          5:30pm-11pm Friday-Saturday

Old world elegance meets southern charm. Or better yet, Northern Italy goes Kentucky. With dishes like Filetto Ripieno, and the Vitello Gabriele, its’ no surprise that this restaurant comes highly recommended for your 2006 Breeders’ Cup layover.

610 Magnolia

Louisville, Kentucky

502.636.0783

www.610magnolia.com

Reservations Required

Located in the heart of Louisville, 610’s unique combination of the southern hospitality you’d find at a country inn and the urban sophistication of a Manhattan loft, diners are so taken aback that they book at least a year in advance to return. This restaurant is Earth’s equivalent of heaven in Louisville and a popular 2006 Breeders’ Cup destination.

2006 Breeders’ Cup Shopping Recommendations

Looking to take a piece or (pieces) of Louisville and the 2006 Breeders’ Cup back with you? Well, Louisville has several ways to spend those winning exacta dollars.

Joe Ley Antiques, Inc

615 East Market Street

502.583.4014

www.joeley.com

People travel near and far to take a gander at the entire unbelievable array of merchandise housed in this cavernous establishment, located tow blocks south of the Ohio River. They boast a large selection items from carousel animals to period furniture. Here, you’ll find 2006 Breeders’ Cup favorite. Everything you need to decorate your new home or restore your old one is in Joe Ley Antiques.

Objects of Desire: Art for the Body

1503 Bardstown Road

502.458.4164

www.objectsofdesire.com

Recipient of Louisville’s Critics’ Choice Winner Best place to Buy Artisan Jewelry, the gallery has established itself as the premier venue for showcasing impeccable pieces that will enhance your 2006 Breeders’ Cup shopping pleasure.

Color Me Pink

168 North Hurstbourne Parkway-The Forum

502.412.3663

Take your family on a 2006 Breeders’ Cup shopping spree. A Lilly Pulitzer signature store featuring Louisville’s largest selection of the famous “Lilly” prints and coordinating accessories for women, children and pre-teens.

2006 Breeders’ Cup Gambling Recommendations

Is Luck on your side? Take a break from the 2006 Breeders’ Cup action and test it out. There are many casinos in Louisville for your gambling convenience. The luck you find might follow you to the track!

Caesar’s Indiana

11999 Avenue of the Emperors

Elizabeth, Indiana

1.888.ROMAN.4.U

www.caesarsindiana.com

When you have 2006 Breeders’ Cup fans flocking to Louisville year after year, it only makes sense to have another betting outlet within arm’s reach to sink their teeth into. And you are sure to find it in the Caesars Indiana Casino, a 24 hour gaming machine for every level player in existence that’s packed with 143 gaming tables and over 2,400 slots.

2006 Breeders’ Cup Attraction Recommendations

Glassworks

815 W. Market St.

502.584.4510

www.louisvilleglassworks.com

Glassworks features classes, tours, studios, and galleries to help cultivate knowledge about glassmaking and blowing. Before or after the 2006 Breeders’ Cup races, check out this Louisville spot and take home some decorative glass as a souvenir.

Louisville Stoneware

731 Brent St.

502.582.1900

www.louisvillestoneware.com

This 1800’s historic stoneware company hand crafts collectibles, dinnerware, and bakeware. From mixing to mold-making to art design these Louisville Stoneware breakables are unique from any other figurines around. Don’t forget to stop by before you leave the 2006 Breeders’ Cup.

Louisville Zoo

1100 Trevilian Way (off I-264)

502.459.2181

www.louisvillezoo.org

The Louisville Zoo will have the oldest of the 2006 Breeders’ Cup visitor saying “Lions, tigers, and bears, oh my!” With 1,300 animals residing in their natural habitat, this zoo is best for site seeing right after being around the thoroughbreds.

Louisville Slugger Museum & Bat Factory

800 W. Main St.

502.588.7228

www.sluggermuseum.org

Officially, “the” bat of Major League Baseball, this museum showcases past and present Louisville Slugger history and its’ love affair with baseball. You can even personalize your very own Louisville Slugger bat. Feel like you are a part of a MLB team while visiting the 2006 Breeders’ Cup city.

Kentucky Derby Museum

704 Central Ave. (Churchill Downs)

502.637.7097

www.derbymuseum.org

Come see artifacts from the Kentucky Derby. New exhibits include high-tech computerized hands-on displays and video graphics which enhance the excitement about the Kentucky Derby.  Guests can also walk to the Grandstand, the Finish Line and Winner's Circle as the guide tours you through historical Churchill Downs.  What a great way to begin your 2006 Breeders’ Cup visit.

Cave Hill Cemetery

701 Baxter Ave.

502.584.8363

www.cavehillcemetery.com

This famous cemetery’s grounds boast relaxing lakes and a historic cave. The cemetery was chartered by the General Assembly of Kentucky and many renowned people reside in this resting place. For a quiet time of reflection, check out this 2006 Breeders’ Cup attraction.

Thomas Edison House

729-31 E. Washington St.

502.585.5247

www.historichomes.org

Thomas Edison’s house is under the Historic Homes Foundation (HHF) jurisdiction. HHF is a non-profit organization that purchases and displays famous homes and buildings. Take a look at one of the most revered men in American history’s house during your 2006 Breeders’ Cup stay.

Louisville, Kentucky is one of the greatest places to host the 2006 Breeders’ Cup, with the history of the Kentucky Derby held at the same track. Take in all that Louisville has to offer the second time around.

On Point is an independent Breeders’ Cup travel package and ticket broker that specializes in sports travel packages and tickets to high demand events worldwide.  The sports travel packages we offer can be catered to your individual desires and are sure to be an unforgettable experience.  Though we offer pre-planned Breeders’ Cup travel packages, with the many options we have available, On Point can arrange customized Breeders’ Cup packages that no one else in the industry can provide. 

To request a quote for a Breeders’ Cup package or to discover more of what On Point can do for you and your private party, contact us today at 713-227-8888 to speak with one of our executive travel consultants.  You can also call our Travel Agent Hotline at 800-809-1277 or e-mail us at info@onpointevents.com.