Top Kentucky Walking Tours

Step back in time and discover the history of Louisville during an immersive walking tour through the historic center. Listen to stories of wealthy titans who used to roam the streets as you explore sights including St. James Court, Ormsby Avenue, Floral Terrace, and Millionaires Row. You also have the chance to admire the old Victorian architecture that dots the neighborhood. Gratuities are totally optional.

Discover the rich history and beautiful architecture of Old Louisville as you embark on a walking tour through the city. Walk past impressive Victorian homes, once owned by wealthy families from the bourbon, tobacco, and racetrack industries, and learn about their history. You also stop at several points of interest including the Witches' Tree, Conrad's Castle, the Filson Historical Society, and Central Park.

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.

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 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. Bottled water is provided to keep you refreshed during the tour.

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.

Are you a fan of The Godfather? Goodfellas? Scarface? The Sopranos? The Untouchables? Casino? Boardwalk Empire? A Bronx Tale? If you love mobster movies, then this is the tour for you! This is the only tour about the "Sin City" years of Newport where you can view all of the historic sites from the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle (minivan). This allows us to explore far more historic sites in less time than a walking tour can! You will relax from the comfort of your seat while you are transported from site-to-site and will learn all about the unique history of each site, it's connections with the mafia, illegal gambling, bootlegging, and prostitution that earned Newport the name "the sin city of the south"! You will also have an opportunity to get out of the vehicle at each tour stop and do some exploring of your own, with your tour guide there to answer any questions you may have.

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.

We’ll begin the night with an Old Fashioned and beer cheese as we dive into Lexington’s limestone foundation — and the long-held belief that limestone can act as a portal between worlds. From there, we’ll walk through downtown Lexington hearing the stories that never made the brochures: serial killers who passed through town, the horses buried beneath our streets, unsolved murders, cholera graves, and the spirits that many believe still linger in our oldest buildings. Along the way, we’ll stop for dinner courses at several downtown favorites — including burgers, tacos, pizza, and cocktails — paired with storytelling that ranges from scandal and crime to folklore and ghost lore. This tour is not a ghost tour.
This is a storytelling tour — and these stories are dangerously true. Come hungry. Come curious. And maybe… don’t walk too far behind the group.

Uncover the sordid past and rich history of Louisville on a ghost tour through the city's old town. Walk past impressive Victorian mansions and old buildings, listening to stories about their otherworldly residents. See the Filson Historical Society, the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, Louisville's Central Park, and the Witches' Tree during this 2-hour guided walk.

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

Explore the heart of bourbon country on a 3-hour guided trolley tour through Louisville visiting the city's top bourbon destinations. Enjoy exclusive access to tasting rooms and tour a bourbon distillery. This small group tour, capped at 12 guests, is Louisville's most unique bourbon tour. As you roll through Louisville's vibrant neighborhoods in a climate-controlled historic trolley, you'll enjoy bourbon pours, craft cocktails, and delicious bourbon-infused samples. Stops vary each day, and every tour is a little different! This tour is perfect for both bourbon newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts looking to discover their next favorite bottle. - Duration: 3 hours - 4-6 stops including a distillery tour and bourbon tasting rooms - Bourbon pours, bourbon cocktails, and bourbon-infused spice, sauce, and sweet samples - Exclusive access and custom crafted experiences not bookable through anyone but us - Discover under-the-radar bourbon brands - Take-Home Gift: Louisville Icons Tote bag

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 local eateries and enjoy 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, a Prohibition-era Hot Brown gravy, and barrel-aged craft beer. 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!

Get beyond downtown and experience Louisville through Germantown and Schnitzelburg, two neighborhoods that have been feeding, brewing and reinventing themselves for generations. Historic shotgun houses and former factories sit alongside corner taverns, colorful murals, independent cafés, breweries and favorite local restaurants. Along the way, your guide connects what you’re tasting to the people and traditions that shaped these streets, from German immigrants and factory workers to today’s chefs and entrepreneurs. Explore a side of Louisville many visitors miss - Visit locally loved restaurants, bars and cafés - Discover German heritage, working-class history and colorful local characters - See shotgun houses, historic factories, murals and corner taverns - Experience Louisville food, history and neighborhood culture together

Get your bearings in Louisville and learn about two of the city’s most storied neighborhoods with this cultural and culinary stroll through the Original Highlands and Cherokee Park districts. Spot grand Victorian mansions, admire colorful murals, and nibble and sip your way along the historic tree-lined streets. Pass the final resting places of Mohammed Ali and Colonel Sanders, plus sample bourbon and local specialties.

This is Lexington's ONLY Art Tour where you can enjoy the lively and vibrant local culture by connecting with the local eclectic arts scene. Fun and well-informed guides will lead you on a tour through the downtown district, introducing you to some of our many murals, public artworks and sculptures along the way while pointing out historic buildings and sharing entertaining stories that will keep you engaged. You will check out several galleries and exhibitions with a brief overview of work on display before ending this leisurely walk at Artists’ Attic – a 22 artists’ studio cooperative – where drinks and refreshments will be waiting. Here you will be able to watch artists at work and chat with them about their creative process.

As seen in the HBO ORIGINAL Murder in Glitterball City! Step back in time and uncover the haunted history of one of America's largest and most beautiful Victorian neighborhoods on this private walking tour of Old Louisville. Available seven days a week from morning to evening, this private tour is ideal for family reunions, corporate outings, student groups, conventions, and special events. With pricing starting at just $15 per person for groups of 20, it's also one of Louisville's best values for private group experiences. Home to hundreds of grand mansions built by Louisville's wealthiest families in the 1800s, Old Louisville provides the perfect backdrop for history, architecture, and mystery. Led by an expert local guide, this private tour includes the same spine-tingling stories featured on our award-winning evening ghost tours while visiting landmarks such as the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, the legendary Witches' Tree, Central Park, and Millionaires Row.

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.

Downtown Louisville has a rhythm all its own, where river air carries the sweet, oaky scent of aging barrels and cast-iron facades on historic Whiskey Row tell the story of bourbon pioneers. This tour ditches the tourist haunts and gets straight to what makes Louisville tick: its food. As we wander Museum Row and the riverside, you'll indulge in spirit-infused chocolates revealing deep notes of Kentucky's finest bourbon, bite into a Short Rib Grilled Cheese with braised short ribs, gruyère, provolone and caramelized onions on toasted homemade brioche, and dip warm pretzels into zesty beer cheese, a regional staple with deep Kentucky roots. Because we keep groups to a maximum of 12 guests, it feels like exploring with a friend who knows all the best spots. We'll also stop at a family-run dairy churning premium ice cream since the 1800s, and pause for our Secret Dish, a savory, melted tribute to this city's legendary comfort food tradition!

Eat your way through Derby City and discover Louisville legends on a small-group tasting tour through downtown. Sink your teeth into tasty sandwiches, the original Derby Pie, chocolate bourbon truffles, and more as you explore some of the city’s most popular attractions. You can also choose to add a 3-drink pairing of Bourbon City drinks.

This is NOT a small bites food tour! Be sure to come hungry. Here's what awaits you: Discover the flavor, history, and bourbon spirit of Bardstown, KY, on this guided downtown walking tour. ✔️ Stop at 4 local favorite spots ✔️ Enjoy samples of regional dishes and handcrafted treats ✔️ Sip local bourbon or bourbon-inspired beverages ✔️ Stroll through historic streets and landmarks ✔️ Hear insider stories of Bardstown’s bourbon and food culture from a knowledgeable local guide A delicious way to explore the Bourbon Capital—one bite, one sip, and one story at a time! Start Location: Taste of Bardstown Market 212 N. 3rd St. Bardstown, KY 40004 Parking: There is a free municipal city parking lot at 112 W. Flaget St., Bardstown, KY 40004, across from Scout & Scholar Brewery. There is also free street parking on 3rd Street. The Taste of Bardstown Tour is about one mile long and lasts about three hours. Must be 21+ to participate.

Most Louisville walking tours stick to the usual landmarks and attractions, but skip over the city’s spookier history. On this guided tour, explore Louisville’s most haunted locations, including the Mary M. Miller Riverboat and the 21c Museum and Hotel, while listening to creepy tales of spectral encounters and ghostly visitors.

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.