Louisville

March through November, daily; limited dates in the off-season! Impressive Victorian mansions and quirky residents have earned national attention for Old Louisville, where bourbon barons, racetrack royalty, and titans of tobacco settled in the 1800s. This narrated walk comes from books by David Dominé, who often guides groups himself. Tales involve personal experiences and neighborhood gossip. The New York Times recommends this as the first thing to do during a visitor's "36 Hours in Louisville." You'll also learn about A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY, David's next book—out in October 2021! Specializing in "America's Most Haunted Neighborhood," we depart from the corner of Fourth and Ormsby, at the transitional edge of the neighborhood. If you love old architecture and spooky history, this is the tour for you! If you do not like an up-and-coming neighborhood with a diverse racial make up, this tour is not for you! If you can't go 100 minutes without a bathroom, this is not for you!

Get ready to mark this off your bucket-list! Experience Churchill Downs Racetrack, the most well-known racing venue in the world. Kentucky Derby Museum includes daily historic walking tours, two levels of family-friendly interactive permanent & temporary exhibits, “The Greatest Race,” a 360-degree immersive sound and visual experience that’ll get your heart racing and emotions soaring, and a chance to meet the Museum's resident Thoroughbred and companion pony. You will also have access to the Gift Shop, Kentucky fare in the Derby Cafe Express, and much more!

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!

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.

Experience a unique sightseeing tour and/or Taste to 03 traditional bourbon distilleries (Kentucky there are more than 20 distilleries). Take the stress out of going on your own by booking a excellent tour. Enjoy the tour and don’t worry about anything. Your visit three iconic distilleries where you can learn about the bourbon production process and taste some special Bourbon (+21 years). We offer you the list of 18 distilleries, you must choose 03 so we depend on the availability of the distilleries. Remember you booking is 03 distilleries (Tour and/or Taste) NOTE: You can add the fourth distillery at your tour. Please send message to the company after your reservation Please note: – Minimum of two people required per tour – We depend on the availability of distillers and vehicle – The tour start time may vary depending on the number of distilleries to visit. – Send us the 3 distilleries you want to visit -The distilleries have different opening hours and days

Explore the spooky streets of Louisville on our ghost tour, led by a knowledgeable and passionate guide. This walking tour takes you through the city’s most haunted spots, where you'll hear eerie tales of ghostly encounters and spectral residents. As you walk through historic locations, you'll uncover the chilling stories that make Louisville one of the most haunted cities east of the Mississippi. Visit famous sites like the Mary M. Miller Riverboat, where lost souls are said to linger, and the 21c Museum and Hotel, which has a mysterious past. Discover the haunted history of the Louisville Slugger Museum and the Frazier History Museum, each with its own ghostly legends. Stand on haunted ground and experiencing the city’s dark history. Whether you're into history, ghosts, or just want a thrilling night out, this tour promises chills, excitement, and a deeper appreciation for Louisville’s haunted heritage.

Explore vibrant NuLu & historic Butchertown with locally-owned Louisville Food Tours, and 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 and curious!

Our smartphone-guided tour brings the facts and stories behind Louisville to life because we've taken the same stops and sights we share with our friends and families when they come to town and created an interactive web-based tour for you! Read the stories behind the city, answer questions to reveal fun facts, and experience what makes this quintessential Southern city incredible! Purchase your tour and then navigate to our website to enter your access code and launch the tour. You can either start immediately or create an account and come back when you are ready to explore. Please note that you and your group read the tour aloud to one another – there is no audio functionality at this time.

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.

Step into the past on a haunting journey through the true story of the "Graveyard of the West". As the sun sets and the city’s vibrant façade fades, you'll uncover the sinister secrets and chilling tales that lurk beneath the city's storied streets. One part ghosts, one part grisly history, this guided 1.5-hour walking tour through downtown unveils the darkest corners of Louisville’s gruesome past, where the echoes of bygone eras whisper tragic tales of the forlorn, the oppressed, the betrayed, and the ruthless. From a ghost that still haunts a glamorous hotel to the tragic riots of Bloody Monday, you’ll trace the cursed footsteps of criminals, mobsters, bootleggers, enslavers, and murderers in the city streets they once roamed – and the spirits whose souls never left. For thrill-seekers, true crime fans, and lovers of the macabre, this dark history & ghost tour is a journey into the stories that lie beneath Louisville’s charming exterior. Dare to listen to the shadows with us.

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.

Uncover the secrets of Kentucky bourbon! Go beyond the barrel to dive into bourbon's storied history – and learn all the stories they won't tell you on a Kentucky Bourbon Trail distillery tour. Visit award-winning restaurants, secret speakeasies, scenic rooftop bars, and intimate tasting rooms in NuLu. Trace the origins of bourbon whiskey from its roots in the Appalachian foothills to today's thriving bourbon scene, gaining a profound understanding of its cultural importance in Louisville, Kentucky and beyond. Unlock bourbon's surprising versatility and depth of flavor through paired bites, pours, and cocktails, and land a few coveted tables at some of the most hard-to-book restaurants in town, including Nami by local celebrity Chef Edward Lee. Perfect for both bourbon newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts, this guided walking tour offers an experience that you won't find at any bourbon distillery. Reserve your spot early to experience the world's only walking food & bourbon tour!

Welcome to KMAC Contemporary Art Museum, Louisville's premier downtown arts and culture experience! Get a personalized introduction to Kentucky's bountiful arts scene with this private tour of KMAC. Please meet us at our location in the heart of the Historic Downtown district of Louisville, where a specialized guide will lead you through our exhibitions. We will begin on our first floor, where you can explore our gift shop and art. Discover exclusive fun facts about our featured artists, including names such as Picasso, Simone Leigh, and more! Along with your private tour, enjoy a 25% on drinks from our Barista Bar and a 15% discount in the KMAC Shop. Your tour is flexible according to your needs, as we are available for tours Wednesday-Sunday, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. Following your tour, enjoy the surrounding scenic views, vibrant restaurant scene, and culture in the downtown area. Don't skip this experience to remember during your time in Louisville!

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?

The Old Louisville historic preservation district is home to hundreds of impressive Victorian mansions that trace back to wealthy families in the 1800s. This daytime walking tour includes the same stories featured on our popular evening ghost tours, and is perfect for those who love a combination of ghosts and history. A trained guide will help you uncover the eerie past of the neighborhood while sharing entertaining legends and lore. This tour is entirely outdoors and includes stops outside several points of interest including the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, the Witches' Tree, Central Park, and the Filson Historical Society.

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.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues – for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Wacky Walks of Louisville allows your team to discover the city in a fun and different way. The game instructs you to find a variety of items that can be found in the downtown area. For every item you find, you'll get points. You'll also participate in exciting challenges for points as well. See how your points stack up to others on our app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Louisville.

Explore the shadow-filled streets of downtown Louisville during this 90-minute walking tour. Dressed in historic period costume, your lantern-bearing guide will lead you through the dark mysteries and supernatural experiences of some of Louisville’s most haunted landmarks. Whether you are on vacation, visiting with a church or school group, or an avid ghost hunter looking for a night of spooky, historic fun, our ghost tour is perfect for you. On this tour you will learn about the Seelbach Hotel's ghost the Lady in Blue, the bizarre haunted past of the Brennan House, and the poltergeists of the Old City Jail. Come discover why we have been one of Derby City's most popular tours for over 15 years.

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.