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Louisville: Old Louisville Walking Ghost Tour
Discover the paranormal past of Louisville on this guided ghost tour. Explore the historic preservation district and learn about the Wtiches' Tree and the James Carroll murder house.
Price from 22,15 EUR
Iconic 3 Distillery Bourbon Experience
Sip Kentucky Tours makes creating a once in a like time experience easy. We have done all the hard work by packaging the best Bourbon tour with the 3 most iconic distilleries Kentucky has to offer. We have thought of every detail from luxury transportation to an authentic, hearty lunch between stops to keep you energized. Our guides are all Bourbon lovers and know how to deliver 5 star experiences.
By scheduling your tour with Sip Kentucky you will be pampered from pick up to drop off.
Price from 3163,71 EUR
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KMAC Museum: Entry Ticket
Enjoy full access to Louisville's only educational contemporary art museum
Price from 6,18 EUR
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Old Louisville: History and Architecture Walking Tour
Recommended by The New York Times, this is Louisville's #1 walking tour since 2004!
Join us in the lovely historic preservation district just south of downtown Louisville and find out why!
Price from 23,48 EUR
Full Day Private Bourbon Tour
Explore the heart of Kentucky's rich bourbon heritage with SIP Tours on our exclusive private tour of the world-renowned Kentucky Bourbon. This personalized journey offers an immersive experience into the craftsmanship and history behind America's native spirit.
Tour Highlights:
Custom Itinerary: Tailored to your preferences, visit iconic distilleries such as Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, Bulleit, and more.
VIP Access: Enjoy exclusive tastings, behind-the-scenes tours, and meet master distillers who share their expertise and passion for bourbon making.
Scenic Landscapes: Traverse picturesque Kentucky countryside known for its rolling hills and historic distillery architecture.
Details:
Embark on a memorable journey through Kentucky's Bourbon Country with SIP Tours, where every sip tells a story of tradition, craftsmanship, and Southern hospitality.
Price from 3163,71 EUR
Louisville: Derby City Haunted Walking Tour
Explore stories of slavery, war, and a catastrophic flood on this bone-chilling walking tour of Louisville. Follow your guide to hear ghost stories of up to 7 haunted locations around the city!
Price from 21,27 EUR
Private Louisville Bourbon Tour (Groups of 2-11) Old-Fo & More
No shared buses! This is a private vehicle for you and your group.
On this full-day private Louisville, KY, bourbon distillery tour, you will visit three separate distillery operations. On these stops, you'll learn information about making bourbon, while learning the history of some iconic brands.
For this tour, please select 5–6 distilleries from the list ranked in order of importance. From there, we will coordinate with you and book (3) distillery tours with tastings for your group. These will be booked based on availability, scheduling, ranking, and your final approval.
By booking this tour, you'll receive:
Hassle-free booking
A private vehicle for your group
Free pickup from your hotel or Airbnb
Base-level admission to 3 distilleries
A knowledgeable and friendly designated driver
* Note: We will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price.
This tour will take apx 9 hours in total. If time for another stop, we can add one at the group's expense.
Price from 432,98 EUR
Louisville: 3-hr Walking Bourbon Tour with Paired Dishes
Taste paired bites, bourbon, and cocktails. Learn the unfiltered story of bourbon while exploring hidden speakeasies, rooftop terraces, & cozy tasting rooms in the vibrant NuLu district of Louisville.
Price from 158,63 EUR
Derby Themed Murder Mystery Food Tour Experience in Louisville
Eat, drink, and uncover the clues on a guided murder mystery food tour!
Someone’s been murdered, and it’s up to you to solve the case (or confess your crime). As you stroll to three local restaurants, you’ll gather clues with each round of delicious food and drinks.
At the start of the tour, you’ll be given a role—so prepare to get into character! Dress in theme and bring your sleuthing skills – everyone has secrets, and no one is above suspicion.
April-July Theme: Death at the Derby
Step into the high-stakes world of the Kentucky Derby! The big race is nearly here - and between whispers of bad business deals, betrayal, and local rivalries, tensions are as high as ticket prices.
Amid the glamour of the Derby, secrets run as deep as the betting pools at Churchill Downs. Derby Day has never been so thrilling—or so dangerous. So don your finest (or most ridiculous) Derby attire and prepare to race to the finish line in a dead heat to unravel unbridled deception!
Price from 161,80 EUR
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Get entry tickets to the Muhammed Ali Center, an award-winning museum with interactive exhibits, multimedia, and historical relics. Learn about his life as an athlete, humanitarian, and global citizen.
Price from 17,72 EUR
Private Frankfort Bourbon Tour: (Groups of 2-11) Woodford & More
No shared buses! This is a private vehicle for you and your group.
On this full-day private Frankfort, KY, bourbon distillery tour, you will visit three separate distillery operations. On these stops, you'll learn information about making bourbon, while learning the history of some iconic brands.
For this tour, please select (5-6) distilleries from the list ranked in order of importance. From there, we will coordinate with you and book (3) distillery tours with tastings for your group. These will booked based on availability, scheduling, and your ranking at your approval.
By booking this tour, you'll receive:
Hassle-free booking
A private vehicle for your group
Free pickup from your Louisville hotel or AirBnb
Base-level admission to 3 distilleries
A knowledgable & friendly designated driver
Note, we will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. Please send an email for questions. This trip will take about 8-10 hours in total.
Price from 432,98 EUR
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Get to know the story of Louisville one bite at a time on a guided food and history tour of the city's trendy NuLu District. Sample local favorites like bourbon balls and fried chicken along the way.
Price from 114,32 EUR
Private Kentucky Bourbon Trail - The Outlaws and Inlaws Tour
Private 8 hour all-inclusive Bourbon Tour with up to 8 persons and 2-3 distilleries. This is a real bourbon experience! It’s perfect for beginners, couples or bourbon snobs. With private transportation and a personal guide, our concierge-style tours go beyond the Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Kick off the tour with bourbon 101 experience.
We set you up for success by teaching you the proper way to sip/nose, the difference between rye vs wheat, and young vs old. Armed with this info we hit the bourbon trail. You pick your one must do distillery and we build the day around it, with The grand finale, sipping with the owner from barrels and bottling your own Single Barrel.
Your super host will fill you in on the facts, and the juicy gossip of the bourbon industry. They will point out master distillers, and rare must purchase bottles.
This tour is customized to your personality and palette.
Price from 2892,54 EUR
Louisville: Prohibition, Ghosts, Cocktails and Bites Tour
Explore the stories of Louisville’s haunted past on this guided nighttime tour. Meet spirits and drink spirits while learning about Prohibition, bourbon, and the ghosts of historic Louisville.
Price from 158,63 EUR
Woodford Reserve, Kismet Thoroughbred Farm & Whiskey Thief
This ticketed tour combines The Kentucky Bourbon Trail with Kentucky’s Horse Country for a full day of adventure! The itinerary includes guided transportation, a horse farm tour at Kismet Thoroughbred Farm, 2 distillery experiences at Woodford Reserve and Whiskey Thief, along with a local lunch.
Price from 243,15 EUR
Bourbon Barrel Foods Tour and Taste
Louisville's award-winning artisan foods manufacturer, inspired by Kentucky's Bourbon Country. Tour the soy sauce brewery and spice smoking techniques & savor innovative flavors from bourbon barrels.
Price from 22,15 EUR
Bourbon Distillery Tour Transportation
We offer customized bourbon distillery tour transportation and help you build the perfect day for your group. There are tour experiences, tastings, cocktail bars, and great food. With so many choices, it’s essential that we talk about them and make sure that you and your group have the perfect day.
There are 2 groups of distilleries. First, the distilleries to the south are Jim Beam, Four Roses Bottling and Warehouse, Heaven Hill, Willett, Lux Row Distillers, Bardstown Bourbon Company, Preservation Distillery, Log Still Distillery, Makers Mark, and Limestone Branch.
To the east towards Frankfort and Lexington, there is Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Bulleit, Glenn’s Creek Distillery, Whiskey Thief Distilling Company, Castle & Key, Jeptha Creed, and J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery. Whiskey Thief Distilling lets you taste straight from the barrels. You can also hand-fill your own bottle. You can make your own blend at J. Mattingly.
Price from 1446,27 EUR
Louisville: Misfits & Mayhem Walk with Cocktail
Discover the quirky side of Louisville on a guided walking tour that explores the city's most notorious misfits and moments of mayhem. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and a complimentary souvenir.
Price from 42,27 EUR
Paddle and Explore: Downtown Louisville River Tour
Expert-Guided Exploration: Embark on a paddleboarding journey led by seasoned guides, unraveling Louisville's history and landmarks along the serene Ohio River.
Exclusive Views: Immerse yourself in unparalleled vistas of downtown Louisville, gliding past iconic landmarks including the Big Four Bridge and waterfront park.
Beginner-Friendly Experience: Start your adventure with a tailored paddleboarding lesson, ensuring comfort and confidence for all skill levels.
Personalized Captures: Commemorate your excursion with personalized snapshots against Louisville's picturesque skyline, curated by your knowledgeable guide.
Price from 80,45 EUR
Louisville: Photoshoot Walking Tour with Pictures
Get your photos taken on a walking tour of Louisville. Walk through the city's lively downtown area, one of its most popular spots, as your photo is taken by your professional photographer guide.
Price from 48,74 EUR
Taste of Bardstown Walking Food Tour
This is NOT a small bites food tour! Be sure to come hungry. Here's what awaits you:
Led by knowledgeable local guides, this leisurely walking tour takes you through charming streets lined with historic buildings, artisan shops, and iconic bourbon landmarks. Along the way, you'll savor carefully curated tastings from some of Bardstown’s best eateries, featuring regional specialties, bourbon-infused treats, and handcrafted delights that showcase Kentucky’s rich food culture.
Perfect for bourbon lovers and foodies alike, this immersive experience also includes insider stories about Bardstown’s distilling history, famous figures, and the deep-rooted traditions that make this town the true Bourbon Capital of the World.
Price from 106,66 EUR
Louisville: Downtown Derby City Food & History Tour
Savor the flavors of Louisville on a guided food and drink walking tour. Learn about the city's history and legends from an expert guide as you explore historic Whiskey Row and Museum Row.
Price from 132,04 EUR
Pride Plates: Kentucky Queer History & Food Tour
Come out with us on an unforgettable journey through Louisville's LGBTQ+ past and present, while enjoying delicious bites and drinks in The Highlands, the heart of the city’s queer scene!
As you follow your local guide through the charming, tree-lined streets of the historic Cherokee Triangle, you'll savor iconic Kentucky dishes like fried chicken, spoonbread, and a Louisville Hot Brown, all perfectly paired with bourbon cocktails.
Along the way, you'll discover the rich and diverse history of Kentucky's queer community, from a trailblazing Black drag queen from the Prohibition era to the poets, writers, and activists who shaped Kentucky’s LGBTQ+ legislature and culture. You'll end your tour at one of the city's best gay bars, where the rest of your night will begin!
This tour is proud to be locally owned, as well as developed and run by Queer community members. We aim to create a safe space for our guests as much as possible, and to support local and Queer-owned establishments.
Price from 161,80 EUR
Old Louisville: The Glitter Ball City Walking Tour w/ Author
Join author David Dominé on an intimate stroll through Old Louisville, the quaint and quirky neighborhood that is the backdrop of his bestselling true-crime memoir, A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY.
Price from 84,54 EUR
The Bourbon tours: Buffalo Trace , Whiskey Thief & Jeptha Creed
The bourbon bites tour…. Live the experience… customize your bourbon line
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Now you can choose the three distilleries of your choice and live the bourbon experience!!!!
Let our experts suggest the inside bourbon tour.
**A Bite of Kentucky**
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Kentucky's finest bourbon and the threads that bind The Bourbon of Kentucky Enjoy private, exclusive guides and transfers as you tour for a “bite” of the bourbon secrets
Do you want an exclusive tour and choose the distilleries do you want,,,,,,, we are here...... for a bite of Kentucky
Spinning the Bourbon!!!!
Price from 203,37 EUR
Old Louisville: Paranormal Buff Supernatural Tour with Beer
Join a trained Orisha/Voodoo priestess on a 3-hour walking exploration of America's Most Haunted Neighborhood. Stroll gaslit alleys, Investigate two haunted residences, enjoy drinks and surprises.
Price from 97,48 EUR
Private Tour of Kentucky's Small Batch Bourbon Distilleries
Touring a local bourbon distillery is a must-do when visiting Louisville. With included transportation, there's no need to designate a driver - you can concentrate on enjoying your friends!
Visit three small-batch Kentucky bourbon distilleries
Comfortable transfers between each: No need to designate a driver
Private tour, exclusively for your party: A personalized experience
Go behind the scenes at the distilleries and taste straight from the barrel
Price from 1129,90 EUR
Louisville: Sushi Making Class With Local Chef
Learn how to make sushi like a professional chef in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Sunshine. Practice knife skills, form onigiri rice balls and layer cucumber, mango, and avocado on nori rolls.
Price from 66,46 EUR
Private Louisville Bourbon Trail Transportation - Old Fo & More
*** Transportation-Only! Tours and tastings are optional and paid out of pocket. ***
Looking for private transportation for your group along the bourbon trail? We have you covered! Our enthusiastic, and knowledgeable staff will safely guide you along the Greater Louisville region, while you visit distilleries at your own pace.
For this tour, you will get to visit as many distilleries as we can fit into a full day! Simply stop in to visit the bar and gift shop and see the grounds, or book an optional tour or tasting for your group (subject to schedule and availability).
Great for last minute bookings, bar hopping, or folks not interested in touring.
By booking, you'll receive:
- A private vehicle & knowledgeable driver
- Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel or Airbnb
- A consulting session tailored to your group
- Up to 9 hours of private transportation
* Note, we will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. This tour will take about 8-10 hours in total.
Price from 405,86 EUR
Private Bardstown Bourbon Trail Transportation - Maker's & More
*** Transportation-Only! Tours and tastings are optional and paid out of pocket. ***
Looking for private transportation for your group along the bourbon trail? We have you covered! Our enthusiastic, and knowledgeable staff will safely guide you along the Bardstown region, while you visit distilleries at your own pace.
For this tour, you will get to visit as many distilleries as we can fit into a full day! Simply stop in to visit the bar and gift shop and see the grounds, or book an optional tour or tasting for your group (subject to schedule and availability).
Great for last minute bookings, bar hopping, or folks not interested in touring.
By booking, you'll receive:
- A private vehicle & knowledgeable driver
- Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel or Airbnb
- A consulting session tailored to your group
- Up to 10 hours of private transportation
* Note, we will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. This tour will take about 8-10 hours in total.
Price from 405,86 EUR
The Best of Old Louisville 50-Minute Guided Walking Tour
Attractively priced for groups of 5 or more, this tour is ideal for those who don't have a lot of time, but still want to see and learn a lot about the fascinating neighborhood that is Old Louisville. In an hour, you'll be guided through shady walking courts in the gas-lamp district and several blocks of the city's old Millionaires Row where bourbon barons, racetrack royalty, and the titans of tobacco made their homes. Landmarks you'll admire from the sidewalks include the Samuel Culbertson Mansion, Conrad's Castle, the William Wathen House, and the Pink Palace, but you'll also pass by the emblematic Fountain at St. James Court and stroll leafy Central Park as well.
Old Louisville is a treasure trove of grand architecture from the late 1800s, and on this jaunt you'll be treated to stunning examples of Richardsonian Romanesque and Renaissance Revival styles, not to mention many variations on the Italianate, Châteauesque, Queen Anne, Federal, Neo-Georgian, and Arts & Crafts genres.
Price from 20,34 EUR
James B. Beam, Heaven Hill and Lux Row Bourbon Tour
This Friday bourbon tour includes guided transportation, 3 distillery stops for tours and tastings, and a local lunch. Guests will enjoy a tour and tasting at Lux Row, a Connoisseur tasting at Heaven Hill, and a tour with tastings at James B. Beam Distilling Co.
Price from 243,15 EUR
Private Lexington Bourbon Trail Transportation, Woodford & More
*** Transportation-Only! Tours and tastings are optional and paid out of pocket. ***
Looking for private transportation for your group along the bourbon trail? We have you covered! Our enthusiastic, and knowledgeable staff will safely guide you along the Lexington region, while you visit distilleries at your own pace.
For this tour, you will get to visit as many distilleries as we can fit into a full day! Simply stop in to visit the bar and gift shop and see the grounds, or book an optional tour or tasting for your group (subject to schedule and availability).
Great for last minute bookings, bar hopping, or folks not interested in touring.
By booking, you'll receive:
- A private vehicle & knowledgeable driver
- Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel or Airbnb
- A consulting session tailored to your group
- Up to 10 hours of private transportation
* Note, we will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. This tour will take about 8-10 hours in total.
Price from 405,86 EUR
Louisville Scavenger Hunt by Crazy Dash
Crazy Dash of Louisville is a great way to see the city! Use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. Find them in any order you choose and submit a photo for points. You'll also complete challenges for points. See your score on the rankings compared to others who have played across the country when you are finished. All games have a remote host that will chat with you during the game. Crazy Dash is our most easy-going scavenger hunt. Come have some fun in Louisville today!
Price from 9,04 EUR
The Misfits and Mayhem Walking Tour of Downtown Louisville
As the sun sets over the Ohio River, the streets of downtown Louisville come alive with stories of the city’s most notorious misfits and moments of mayhem. The Misfits and Mayhem Tour is an evening stroll through the darker, quirkier, and more scandalous side of the River City, offering visitors a glimpse into the eccentric figures, unsolved mysteries, and disasters that have shaped Louisville’s history.
Price from 40,68 EUR
Bachelors in Bourbon Paradise - 8-12 Bachelor Party
The adventure starts in the heart of Kentucky, as you sip bourbon, savor cigars, and immerse yourself in good old-fashioned fun! However, narrowing it down to 3 distilleries from 95 can be overwhelming. But fear not Mr. Best Man, we have the perfect solution to ensure an unforgettable bachelor party experience! Leave the planning to the locals by pre-booking this exclusive tour. Tailored for up to eight people, this tour can be customized up to 14, guaranteeing one for the record books! Kickstart the festivities, with a little hooch, setting the tone for an incredible time ahead!
We jump right into learning the proper way to sip and nose. Then you keep on Sipping in the South with a behind the scenes tasting from Barrels. Everything is taken care for the day. Food, snacks, tickets, cooler and transportation.
Expand your collection with some-one-of-a-kind Kentucky only bourbons with the help of your Superhost.
Price from 5423,51 EUR
Private Party Bus in Louisville
We offer a party bus for all occasions with flexible scheduling. The bus can accommodate up to 14 passengers comfortably. Bring your own coolers and food on board!
Price from 406,76 EUR
The NULU Sites and Bites Walking Tour
Keeping it local for more than 20 years! Unlike large national companies that move into a city and cannibalize mom-and-pop enterprises, Louisville Historic Tours is a local tour operator started and run by locals. Showing off the best of the Derby City since 2004, our curated experiences rely on the talents of passionate individuals who live in and have a vested interest in the neighborhoods they showcase. In addition, our guided treks and experiential tours--all researched and written by Louisville author David Dominé--consistently receive accolades from national and international media sources, including The New York Times. When you sign up for a tour with Louisville Historic Tours, you're taking a tour with a local, and all of your money goes to local businesses and individuals. On average, Louisville Historic Tours pays its guides twice the rate paid by the national tour operators.
Price from 116,61 EUR
Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Louisville by Zombie Scavengers
Use an app to survive a zombie apocalypse in Louisville . In Zombie Scavengers, explore the city however you'd like to search for items needed to survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll get points for finding these items. You can also do some zombie themed challenges for points on the app as well. Strategize in order to get the most points and survive the apocalypse. Your remote host will be there for you via chat if you need anything. Can you survive the apocalypse in Louisville?
Price from 18,08 EUR
Private Frankfort Bourbon Trail Transportation - Woodford & More
*** Transportation-Only! Tours and tastings are optional and paid out of pocket. ***
Looking for private transportation for your group along the bourbon trail? We have you covered! Our enthusiastic, and knowledgeable staff will safely guide you along the Frankfort region, while you visit distilleries at your own pace.
For this tour, you will get to visit as many distilleries as we can fit into a full day! Simply stop in to visit the bar and gift shop and see the grounds, or book an optional tour or tasting for your group (subject to schedule and availability).
Great for last minute bookings, bar hopping, or folks not interested in touring.
By booking, you'll receive:
- A private vehicle & knowledgeable driver
- Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel or Airbnb
- A consulting session tailored to your group
- Up to 10 hours of private transportation
* Note, we will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. This tour will take about 8-10 hours in total.
Price from 405,86 EUR
Louisville: Private Guided Food, Bourbon & History Walking Tour
Enjoy a carefully curated adventure through Louisville! Your exclusive private walking tour will lead you on an unforgettable journey filled with mouthwatering flavors, local stories, and a taste of Louisville’s soul.
Choose from 3 meticulously crafted itineraries: vibrant NuLu, the Historic Highlands, or Phantoms of the Prohibition on Whiskey Row. As you stroll through each historic neighborhood, you’ll savor an array of mouthwatering dishes, from traditional Appalachian classics to culinary creations you’ll only find right here in Louisville. You'll sip bourbon, craft beer, and enjoy delicious cocktails as you learn the stories of Louisville's past.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll explore Louisville's most beautiful neighborhoods while diving into the city’s history and culinary heritage. Let the tastes and tales of this vibrant city unfold before you as you explore its culinary heritage on your private guided food tour of Louisville.
Price from 271,18 EUR
Prohibition Ghosts Cocktails and Bites Walking Tour in Louisville
Step back in time to the era of hidden speakeasies to enjoy ghostly tales and Louisville's fascinating Prohibition history on this walking food & cocktail tour.
On your spirited adventure, you'll savor handcrafted Prohibition-era cocktails paired with delectable small bites. Along the way, you'll unravel the salacious true history of Prohibition including ruthless bootleggers, Whiskey distillers, mobsters, the Louisville origins of the Great Gatsby, and even an axe-wielding temperance supporter - interwoven with chilling ghost stories that have left their mark on the city's checkered past.
Our expert guides will transport you to the days of secret bars and underground revelry, where Prohibition couldn't dampen the spirits of Louisville. This immersive experience combines culinary delights and cocktails with spine-tingling ghost stories and a host of colorful characters from Louisville's bootlegging past. You'll leave with a taste of history - and perhaps a shiver down your spine.
Price from 161,80 EUR
Pour Your Own Candle Making Experience with Blending & Education
Bardstown is known for their BOURBON.—but we want to offer experiences that differ slightly and will be fun for the entire group. We take a slight jaunt off the Bourbon Trail and offer an opportunity to craft your own handmade candle as well as enjoy Kentucky Made Wines and Beers.
During your experience, you will be given a large variety of scents to choose from to blend into YOUR perfect scented candle. In addition, our large variety of candle vessels offer just the right finishing personalization for your aesthetics. As we embark on the candle making journey you will receive full education on how to label, wick, blend, make and pour your candle. Along the way we offer a variety of candle burning and safety tips that will make all future candle burning even more enjoyable. This will be the activity that everyone will be talking about when they go home.
Price from 28,47 EUR
Secrets of Louisville: Food & History Walking Tour in NuLu
Explore vibrant NuLu & historic Butchertown with locally-owned Louisville Food Tours on the original Nulu food tour to taste the flavors of Louisville! Over the course of 3 immersive hours, you'll visit 6 local eateries and enjoy 8 delicious bites that showcase Louisville's culinary heritage. Dishes include biscuits & gravy with roots in the foothills of Appalachia, Kentucky-style fried chicken, a Louisville BBQ dish, bourbon balls, and a Prohibition-era Hot Brown gravy.
You'll also enjoy tastings of barrel-aged craft beer and a refreshing alcoholic slushy featuring Kentucky's beloved Ale8 soda.
As you wander through the historic streets of two of Louisville's oldest neighborhoods, you’ll uncover the stories behind the city’s rich history, visit a historic home once occupied by Thomas Edison, sample a unique confection inspired by a Victorian actress, and trace the paths of the immigrants who shaped Louisville.
This tour typically sells out. Reserve your spot early and come hungry!
Price from 125,64 EUR
Downtown Derby City Food and History Tour of Louisville
Eat your way through Louisville’s most iconic flavors with locally-owned Louisville Food Tours! Stroll down Whiskey Row and Museum Row tasting the dishes that define the city such as the famous Hot Brown sandwich, the original Derby Pie, and chocolate bourbon truffles.
Along the way, your guide will bring Louisville’s history to life with stories of bourbon barons, baseball legends, and Derby traditions. As you walk past towering cast-iron facades and historic buildings, you’ll trace the city’s evolution from a small river town to a bourbon powerhouse.
Stop for a photo with the world’s largest baseball bat at the Louisville Slugger Museum, stand beneath the gleaming gold statue of David in front of a quirky hotel/art museum, and uncover the immigrant influences that shaped Louisville’s food scene.
Whether you're sipping a Mint Julep or savoring a sweet Modjeska, this tour is the ultimate way to experience the flavors and history of Derby City—just come hungry and ready to explore!
Price from 121,22 EUR
Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour
The Historic Old Louisville Walking Tour is a guided tour of the largest contiguous collection of Victorian Mansions in the United States! Designed by a prominent local architect and historian, this tour focuses on the history and architecture of this nationally recognized historic preservation district. The tour begins and ends in Central Park's comfortable, temperature-controlled, Frederick Law Olmsted-designed Visitors Center.
Every ticket purchase supports the nonprofit Old Louisville Neighborhood Council, which protects this historic district of Victorian mansions and its streetscapes. Thank you for supporting Historic Preservation! Persons under 17 are free when accompanied by family.
Price from 13,56 EUR
Old Louisville Walking Tour Recommended by The New York Times! @ 4th and Ormsby
March through November, daily; limited dates in the off-season!
Our tours include more than St. James Court. We see twice as much as other neighborhood walking tours, visiting Ormsby Avenue, Park Avenue cottages, Floral Terrace, the Witches' Tree, and Millionaires Row. Bourbon barons, racetrack royalty, and titans of tobacco settled here in the 1800s. Today, impressive Victorian mansions and quirky residents have earned national attention for Old Louisville.
Author David Dominé often guides groups himself. The New York Times recommends his tours as a MUST during a visitor's "36 Hours in Louisville." Learn more in A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY, David's next book—out in October 2021!
Narrated walks depart from the transitional edge of the neighborhood. If you love old houses, this is the tour for you! If you do not like an up-and-coming neighborhood with a diverse racial make up, please stay home. If you can't go 90 minutes without a bathroom, this is not for you!
Price from 22,60 EUR
Old Louisville Walking Tour Recommended by The New York Times! @ 4th and Ormsby
March through November, daily; limited dates in the off-season!
Our tours include more than St. James Court. We see twice as much as other neighborhood walking tours, visiting Ormsby Avenue, Park Avenue cottages, Floral Terrace, the Witches' Tree, and Millionaires Row. Bourbon barons, racetrack royalty, and titans of tobacco settled here in the 1800s. Today, impressive Victorian mansions and quirky residents have earned national attention for Old Louisville.
Author David Dominé often guides groups himself. The New York Times recommends his tours as a MUST during a visitor's "36 Hours in Louisville." Learn more in A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY, David's next book—out in October 2021!
Narrated walks depart from the transitional edge of the neighborhood. If you love old houses, this is the tour for you! If you do not like an up-and-coming neighborhood with a diverse racial make up, please stay home. If you can't go 90 minutes without a bathroom, this is not for you!
Price from 22,60 EUR
Historic Charm Tour: Food & History in the Victorian Highlands
Discover Louisville’s stories on a food & history tour through Louisville’s historic Highlands, a neighborhood of tree-lined avenues, opulent Victorian mansions, and quirky charm. This scenic walking tour blends delicious local food with fascinating stories from Louisville’s rich and colorful past.
As you explore Louisville’s oldest and most storied streets, you’ll savor dishes inspired by Kentucky’s culinary heritage. Along the way, you'll visit locally owned and beloved spots, including a cozy Irish pub and a farm-to-table restaurant showcasing seasonal produce.
You'll enjoy a reimagined Hot Brown in Muhammad Ali’s former boxing gym and sip bourbon in Louisville’s oldest bar. You'll stop at the iconic entrance of Cave Hill Cemetery, the final resting place of Louisville’s legends, and trace the footsteps of the immigrants who shaped the city. All of this unfolds against the stunning backdrop of lush greenery and historic architecture near Cherokee Park.
Price from 122,03 EUR
The Glitter Ball City Walking Tour with the Author Himself
Since 2004, Louisville Historic Tours offers the ORIGINAL guided walks of Old Louisville. This recent addition to our line-up is unique in that it is always guided by our founder and local writer, David Dominé, himself!
Because of the success of his recent true-crime memoir, A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY, throngs of visitors have been flocking our way to check out the sites featured in the story, which reviewers have referred to as "the next Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil." This narrated jaunt through Old Louisville provides the perfect opportunity for fans to spend time with the author while learning about his writing process and inspirations.
Included in this adventure are a visit inside the stunning Conrad-Caldwell Mansion, as well a welcome cocktail and souvenirs. Each participant also receives an autographed, personalized copy of the book, in addition to a sweet treat. The group size is kept small, so sign up now and reserve your spot for when David is in town!
Price from 81,35 EUR
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