Top Kentucky Culture

Let the Bowling Green Historic City Trolley Tour take you on a historic city adventure! Departing from the National Corvette Museum, the BG Trolley Historic City Tours are 90 minute, fully narrated tours taking guests throughout the city, highlighting particular historic sites and points of interest as well as discussing the development and growth of the town from its founding years to present day. Learn about the city's earliest days building up around the beautiful Fountain Square, how the city rebuilt and flourished after the Civil War, learn about scandalous local figures and events in Bowling Green folklore, and more!

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.

Discover the history of Kentucky at the Bowling Green Train Museum, a popular choice for families with small children. After walking through the museum at your own pace, meet up with a guide for a tour of the museum’s collection of vintage railcars. Rather than wait on ticket lines, reserve in advance to head straight in and start exploring.

Old Louisville is home to impressive Victorian mansions that trace back to wealthy families in the 1800s. On this walking tour, uncover the eerie past of the neighborhood alongside a guide who regales you with several ghostly tales. Stop at several points of interest including the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, the Witches' Tree, and the Filson Historical Society.

Enjoy two hours of chilling tales and spooky stories on this small-group walking tour around Covington, Kentucky. After learning about the gruesome history of the Roebling Suspension Bridge at the Roebling Murals, move on to discover the city’s macabre history at such stops as the former Newport Civil War Army Barracks and Carneal House Inn, said to be haunted by the enigmatic ‘Gray Lady’. Fans of the paranormal and true crime rejoice

The Frazier History Museum is the top Kentucky history museum with iconic artifacts for people of all ages. This experience will bring you face to face with the most interesting and influential things in Kentucky's long history and establish what makes Kentucky so cool.

Explore an extensive collection of quilts and fiber art from the US and around the world with admission to the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky. The collection of work rotates many times each year, and highlights everything from regional designs to miniature quilts and antiques.

Be transported back to Louisville during the Prohibition era and learn about the city’s haunted past as you discover speakeasies, a ghost-infested hotel, and other important landmarks. Stop for local bites at four venues and enjoy prohibition-era cocktails as well as a bourbon tasting while learning about prohibition history. End with a dessert and a cocktail with a view overlooking downtown Louisville.

Come discover why Mint Julep Experiences is the leading expert on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail - with nearly 20 years of experience, over 1 million guests served, and more than 5,000 5-star reviews! This immersive walking tour visits three iconic distilleries in NuLu, blending rich history, behind-the-scenes access, and curated tastings at every stop. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll sample signature pours and unique expressions while learning how mash bills and barrel aging influence flavor. Between stops, the guide shares Prohibition-era lore, architectural highlights, and modern bourbon culture that shaped Louisville. Suitable for both bourbon enthusiasts and curious newcomers, the relaxed, walkable route finishes with local partner perks and insider recommendations.

Discover the dark, sordid past of Newport, Kentucky, located across the river from Cincinnati, on this guided tour. In the 1920s, the town had declared itself an independent municipality, free of state and federal controls, which attracted nefarious characters. Explore the streets and learn about the historical significance of Newport, and discover how this town gave birth to the modern-day gaming industry.

Learn about one of America’s most fascinating first ladies with this admission ticket to the Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington, Kentucky. It was the family home of the wife of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Take a self-guided tour of her childhood home to explore her story, which included controversy and tragedy.

Maximize time at the Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Museum in Kentucky with this admission ticket, including skip-the-line access. Located in historic downtown Frankfort, this museum offers small-group tours complete with a chocolate tasting. Learn about how chocolate is made at this family-run business and go inside the factory to see the steps of the production process.

Learn about one of America’s most fascinating first ladies at the Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington. Skip the lines and save time since your ticket is included with the tour. Listen to tales from American history and about Ms. Lincoln's life as you walk though the childhood home of Abraham Lincoln's wife.

Spend a fun-filled three hours in Lexington’s historic Distillery District with a local foodie guide who’ll help you taste your way through town. Learn all about the history of the city and its culture as you sample everything from expertly blended cocktails to Kentucky staple burgoo stew. And for dessert, you’ll try some award-winning ice cream.

Experience the perfect blend of Kentucky tradition, history, and craftsmanship with our Churchill Downs & Buffalo Trace Bourbon Tour. This carefully curated experience brings together two of the most iconic symbols of the Bluegrass State: thoroughbred horse racing and world-class bourbon. The tour begins with a visit to Churchill Downs, home of the legendary Kentucky Derby. Guests will explore the historic grounds and museum, learning about the rich legacy of thoroughbred racing, the pageantry of Derby Day, and the deep cultural roots that make this venue world-famous. From there, the journey continues to Buffalo Trace Distillery, one of the oldest continuously operating distilleries in the United States and a cornerstone of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. During the guided distillery tour, guests will discover the bourbon-making process from grain to bottle, walk through historic warehouses, and gain insight into the craftsmanship behind some of the most renowned bourbons in the world.

Discover Historic Old Louisville's rich architectural heritage on this walking tour that showcases the nation's largest contiguous Victorian Mansion district. Follow your guide through history-rich streets as they reveal the history behind these beautiful buildings and the surrounding area, and answer any questions you may have about the history and culture of Louisville.

Taste your way through the East End of Lexington and learn about local lore with the help of a tour guide passionate about the neighborhood’s best food and drink. On this 2.5-hour tour, the group leader will share some of their own favorite watering holes, and you can eat like a real Lexingtonian.

3 floors and over 50,000 square feet of interactive exhibit experiences offering hands-on science fun for the whole family! Plus, enjoy amazing movies in our 4-Story Digital Theater.

Get to know the charms of Lexington as you eat your way through the Kentucky city’s downtown on this walking food tour. You’ll learn all about the history and culture of the “Horse Capital of the World” as your guide shares insights about the landmarks you pass. The tour will make five stops and includes food ranging from traditional Kentucky specialties to modern innovations.

Explore Cincinnati without having to walk on this sightseeing bus tour. Enjoy a multimedia presentation with more than 1,000 historic photos and videos that show the development of the city as the bus drives around past landmarks that include Fountain Square, Paul Brown Stadium, Great American Ball Park, Findlay Market, and more.

See a different, darker side of Louisville on this ghost and true crime tour. Wander through the downtown area while you listen to chilling facts and sinister stories about the city that you won’t find in the guidebooks. As you hear tales of murderers, mobsters, and bootleggers, be sure to keep an eye out for any specters that might be haunting the streets.

Experience the most future-favoring tour on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour®! Unravel the mysteries of distillation, hear tales of circus life, and get the tall tale story of how two childhood friends came together to build a distillery through luck, bartering, and Craigslist finds. Tours always include a tasting of our Oak Eye Kentucky Bourbon, the ever-popular hazelnut liqueur, our fine rums, and maybe even a couple of moonshines.

Visitors can expect to be immersed in a unique art environment while they are led through the flavors of our of featured bourbon, RD1.