Overview
Jeffersonville, often called "Jeff" by locals, is the county seat of Clark County in Southern Indiana, on the opposite side of the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky and connected to Louisville by the Kennedy, Lincoln, and Lewis and Clark Bridges. It has a population of 48,000 (2019).
2 sights · 6 things to do · 15 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Jeffersonville
Howard Steamboat Museum
A 22-room, late Victorian mansion features stained and leaded glass windows, intricate hand carved and original furnishings. Artifacts & models of famous boats built in the Howard Shipyards are exhibited.
Charlestown State Park
Hiking trails and camping at the old army ammunition plant.
Vintage Fire Museum
Big Four Station
The area around the Big Four Bridge was transformed into one of Jeffersonville Premier parks that is a destination for many people from all over the community and host to special events.
Bob Hedge Park
A small community park at the site of a former elementary school. Mainly of interest to parents of children with disabilities because of "Lydia's World", a playground featuring disability-friendly equipment.
Covered Bridge Golf Club
18-hole course designed by Fuzzy Zoelle with a driving range. Annually hosts Wolf Challenge featuring pro and celebrity golfers.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 89°F; winter lows dip to about 28°F. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby Louisville)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- SDF Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, Louisville — 9 mi away (major hub). Directions
- LEX Blue Grass Airport, Lexington — 64 mi away. Directions
Interstate 65, which crosses the river on the John F. Kennedy and Abraham Lincoln Bridges (respectively carrying southbound and northbound traffic), connects Jeffersonville with Louisville and other points between Chicago and Mobile, AL. Interstate 265, with the 2016 opening of the Lewis and Clark Bridge to Kentucky, offers a bypass around the northern end of the city. The 65 and 265 crossings are tolled, with all-electronic tolling (no toll booths). The lowest toll rates are available only to drivers with transponders issued either by the local tolling authority or the multi-state E-ZPass consortium.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Howard Steamboat Museum, Vintage Fire Museum, Big Four Station
- Lunch The Red Yeti
- Afternoon Covered Bridge Golf Club, Hidden Creek Golf Club
- Dinner TOWN. A Neighborhood Pub
- Evening Losers 812
Day 2
- Morning Charlestown State Park, Bob Hedge Park
- Lunch Cluckers
- Afternoon Deam Lake
- Dinner Parlour
- Evening Mick's Lounge
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
By car
Interstate 65, which crosses the river on the John F. Kennedy and Abraham Lincoln Bridges (respectively carrying southbound and northbound traffic), connects Jeffersonville with Louisville and other points between Chicago and Mobile, AL. Interstate 265, with the 2016 opening of the Lewis and Clark Bridge to Kentucky, offers a bypass around the northern end of the city. The 65 and 265 crossings are tolled, with all-electronic tolling (no toll booths). The lowest toll rates are available only to drivers with transponders issued either by the local tolling authority or the multi-state E-ZPass consortium.
By plane
Small aircraft can fly into Clark County Airport, 5 miles north in Sellersburg. Passenger jet service is available at Louisville International Airport, 8 miles south off of I-65 and I-264.
Amtrak discontinued service to Jeffersonville and Louisville in 2003.
Get around
The main road through Jeffersonville is 10th Street (formally IN 62). Riverside Drive and Utica Pike carry traffic along the Ohio River. Hamburg Pike runs north-south along the western side of the city. Veterans Parkway connects the north side of Jeffersonville with the retail district of Clarksville. Holmans Lane connects Veterans Parkway with 10th Street on the east side, where at that point Allison Lane connects 10th with Utica Pike.
See
Do
Buy
Eat
Eat Bearno's
Pizza, pasta, Italian sandwiches.
Eat Cast Iron Steakhouse
This steakhouse serves Certified Angus Beef, hand-cut in their kitchen and aged to perfection from 21 to 28 days. All of their dishes are made from scratch from dressings to dessert.
Eat Cluckers
Upbeat restaurant & sports bar with a chicken-focused menu, including wings, tenders & sandwiches. Overlooking the riverfront.
Eat TOWN. A Neighborhood Pub
This neighborhood saloon houses a family Italian spot that wouldn't be out of place in Brooklyn.
Eat Cracker Barrel
Down home cooking with a country store for shopping.
- Golden Blossom Buffet, Tenth St. & Jefferson Center Way.
Eat Indi's
Local fried chicken fast food chain.
Eat Kingfish Restaurant
Fried fish in a family dining setting overlooking the Ohio River and downtown Louisville make this a popular seafood restaurant.
Eat Mai's Thai Restaurant
With a broad range of well prepared and authentic Thai dishes, Mai's is the eatery to beat among the Louisville area Thai restaurants.
Eat The Fireside Bar & Grill
Best known for the specialty seasoned fried chicken, Neil's also makes excellent pastas, steaks, seafood and salads. Homemade soups are created daily and coffee and desserts are always fresh.
Eat Pizza King
The pizza is baked in a sturdy, clay stone oven and hand-tossed with thinner crust where the ingredients go all the way to the edge.
Eat Puerto Vallarta Mexican Restaurant
Very good Mexican restaurant. Delicious tacos.
Eat Ramiro's Cantina Express
Louisville’s premier authentic, Mexican cuisine.
Eat The Red Yeti
Narrow, brick-lined hangout featuring classic pub fare & craft beer on tap, including house brews.
Eat Tumbleweed
"The Weed" dominates the local Tex-Mex scene with colossal margaritas, gigantic burritos and spicy chili con queso. These days, diners are more likely to dig into a grilled steak and a baked potato. Offers a Southwest focus, large and varied menu and added wine list.
Drink
Alcohol
Drink Losers 812
Probably good if you like emo.
Coffee & Tea
Sleep
Stay Sheraton Louisville Riverside Hotel
Located directly across the river from Louisville, the lobby at Sheraton Louisville Riverside Hotel features Link @ Sheraton, a connectivity portal with Internet access, web cameras and printing capabilities. The hotel includes 8,000 square feet of meeting space, including the Riverside Ballroom which is capable to accommodate 300 guests.
Go next
Clarksville, located on the other side of I-65 offers most of the areas shopping and dining. It also has the Falls of the Ohio State Park. Louisville offers major city choices for entertainment and tourist activities.
Nearby
Clarksville
City / town · 12 listings · 2 mi away
Louisville
City / town · 146 listings · 4 mi away
Saint Matthews
City / town · 18 listings · 5 mi away
New Albany
City / town · 42 listings · 5 mi away
Floyds Knobs
City / town · 3 listings · 8 mi away
Jeffersontown
City / town · 11 mi away
Charlestown State Park
Park · 11 mi away
Georgetown
City / town · 3 listings · 13 mi away
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