Things to Do in Louisville

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.

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.

Enjoy full access to Louisville's only educational contemporary art museum

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

No shared buses! This is a private vehicle for you and your group. On this full-day private Lexington, 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 (2) distillery tours with tastings for your group, and (1) guided tasting only experience. These will 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 & friendly designated driver * Note, we will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. This tour will take about 9 hours in total.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the haunted history of Louisville on a 90-minute guided walking tour. Hear authentic ghost stories tied to real people and historic events.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

*** 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.

The bourbon bites tour…. Live the experience… customize your bourbon line Special offers 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!!!!

*** 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.

Attractively priced at $10 per person for groups of 5 to 15, this EXCLUSIVE tour is for those who don't have much time, but still want to see and learn a lot about the fascinating Old Louisville neighborhood. Only 1 or 2 in your party? No worries, you can still book this as a private tour! At the pace YOU set, stroll shady walking courts in the gas-lamp district and down 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, the Pink Palace, and the emblematic Fountain at St. James Court. On this jaunt you'll be treated to a treasure trove of grand architecture from the late 1800s, including 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.

*** 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.

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.

*** 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.

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!

Welcome to the Most Haunted Neighborhood in the USA! From the chilling tales of St. James Court to the haunted Witches Tree, this tour will guide you in the footsteps of the past, uncovering the stories and secrets of Old Louisville. Go at your own pace this tour is on our walking tour app, take it anytime. The tour never expires. The tour takes more than one hour without stopping. But feel free to stop in at one of the haunted sites to explore more, if you dare! It's all outside and you'll see the most haunted sites in the most haunted neighborhood. Why choose this tour? Great price for a great experience! See the sites at your own pace. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Stop anytime. Continue anytime.

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?

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!

Sipping in the South was born from a bold idea: bourbon deserves more than a bus ride, a stamp in a book, and a cookie-cutter, self-guided checklist. That’s where we come in. We’re the local experts who take the trail less traveled, curating exclusive experiences with up to 5 handpicked distilleries. We book the best each one has to offer rare tastings, sipping straight from the barrel with the owner, blending your own bourbon, or mixing your own cocktail. The Kentucky Bourbon Trail® is a nice start, but it’s not the whole story. It features a select group that pay to participate — but some of Kentucky’s best experiences aren’t even on their map. We’re here to change that. Every tour begins with our Private Bourbon 101 Social — a hands-on introduction to nosing and sipping that gives you the tools to truly enjoy what you’re tasting. Because when you understand bourbon, everything else gets better. And yes — we even save 30 minutes for rare finds at local liquor stores.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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 that have copied us, 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 true-crime memoir! 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!

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!