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Discover the heart and soul of Kentucky’s beautiful Bluegrass horse country on this guided half-day small-group tour. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the thoroughbred horse lifestyle as you explore the famous Keeneland Race Course and one or more thoroughbred horse farms. Learn about the history of racing and how Lexington became the epicenter of thoroughbred breeding in the United States. Note: itinerary may change depending on availability.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover Kentucky's long bourbon-making history on a half-day tour. Choose three distilleries to visit from a list of over 15 and spend your day taking guided tours of the facilities. Learn about the production process of making bourbon as well as the tumultuous history of distilling during the Prohibition. You also get to sample several bourbons from each brand at the end of every tour.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore Louisville’s Germantown on a delicious walking tour that blends history with tasty local delights. This guided experience takes you through the vibrant streets where German immigrants established their breweries and bakeries. Enjoy samples from popular local eateries, featuring barbecue, sweets, and regional drinks while learning about the neighborhood’s colorful past. Your guide shares tales of the community’s heritage, from its roots in the 1800s to its modern-day vibrancy. The tour’s off-the-beaten-path approach ensures authentic flavors and a deeper connection to Louisville’s culinary identity. - Guided walking tour through streets lined with shotgun houses - Sample a variety of local foods and drinks at unique eateries - Learn about the neighborhood's working-class history and culture from your guide - Experience the vibrant community with local art and architecture

Up to 5 Kentucky distilleries in one day • Tastings • Hidden craft gems • Private transportation • Local bourbon expert guide. • Visit up to five carefully selected Kentucky distilleries in one day (depending on availability and your preferences). • Discover hidden craft distilleries • Tastings at each distillery, guided by the distillery’s own professionals. • Distillery tours available upon request and depending on schedule availability. • Private transportation and Customized itinerary • Smart itineraries designed by area — maximizing distillery time and minimizing time on the road. • Lunch stop available at distillery restaurants or local Kentucky favorites (at your own cost). • Dedicated bourbon expert guide sharing local stories, bourbon knowledge, and Kentucky culture. • Personalized attention before and during the tour via email or phone. • Water included during the journey. Relaxed. Authentic. Pure Kentucky bourbon. The Bourbon Bites Tour The Kentucky You Came For

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.

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!

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Explore the heart of bourbon country on a 3-hour guided trolley tour through Louisville visiting six unique 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 vibrant neighborhoods like NuLu and Butchertown in a climate-controlled historic trolley, you'll enjoy 6 bourbon pours, 2 exclusive craft cocktails, and 6 bourbon-infused samples. Plus, your ticket includes a 24-hour LouHop pass so you can keep exploring downtown. This tour is perfect for both bourbon newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts. - Duration: 3 hours - 5 stops including a distillery tour and tasting rooms - 6 bourbon pours, 2 bourbon cocktails, and 6 bourbon-infused spice, sauce, and sweet samples - Exclusive access and custom crafted experiences not found elsewhere - Trolley: 24-hour LouHop pass included - Take-Home Gifts: Louisville Icons Tote bag & bourbon-smoked spice blend