Louisville Tours

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.

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.

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.

Discover the history and heritage of the Kentucky Derby with admission to the Kentucky Derby Museum at Churchill Downs Racetrack. Explore two levels of exhibits on a self-guided tour, then take a 30-minute, guided walking tour of the Churchill Down Racetrack.

Venture out with us and explore the hidden stories of Louisville’s haunted past. As you eat and drink your way down Whiskey Row, you’ll meet the resident ghosts of Louisville’s historic downtown, trace the footsteps of bourbon magnates and mobsters, discover hidden speakeasies in the belly of Whiskey Row, and learn the shocking truth about Prohibition. In the mid-1800’s, the stretch of Main Street now known as Whiskey Row was filled to the brim with bourbon barrels – which would soon be considered contraband. While this area nearly crumbled to disrepair, today the historic facades house bourbon distilleries, bars, restaurants and hotels. This tour includes 5 tastings of libations, as well as an assortment of small bites.

There’s nothing that better sums up Kentucky like bourbon and horse racing but main attractions around these subjects can be hard to get to. This Kentucky Bourbon Distillery and Churchill Downs Tour takes you to Maker’s Mark (or another popular distillery of your choice) to taste bourbon before you head over to Churchill Downs racing complex. You can also add another stop at a second distillery if requested ahead of time.

This walking tour of the historic Highlands neighborhood tells the story of Louisville and Kentucky through its cuisine. As you walk along some of Louisville’s oldest and most iconic streets, you’ll taste (and drink) local specialties like biscuits & gravy, beer cheese, and bourbon balls; learn how immigrants and refugees have shaped Louisville; visit the final resting place of Muhammad Ali and Colonel Sanders; try a dish inspired by the Hot Brown at Muhammed Ali's former boxing gym; learn about a devastating flood and the glory days of the city’s 24-hour streetcar; and admire the opulent architecture of Louisville’s beautiful Victorian homes. The Highlands neighborhood is one of the oldest in Louisville, and has long been one of its most lively and beloved. Historic Victorian homes line lush, tree-lined streets branching off of a thoroughfare that stretches all the way to Bourbon country, dotted with vibrant murals, eclectic shops and hip local restaurants & bars.

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.

The NuLu District is Louisville’s trendiest neighborhoods. Historic brick buildings painted with vibrant murals line the streets, art galleries and eclectic shops feature locally made goods, and hip local restaurants & bars pour craft beer and bourbon. This walking food tour tells the story of Louisville, NuLu, and Kentucky through its cuisine. You’ll taste Kentucky and Appalachian classics like bourbon balls and fried chicken, visit a historic home once occupied by Thomas Edison, taste a curious confection inspired by a Victorian-era actress, trace the history of German immigrants in Louisville, and more. The tour includes 6 stops for food (please come hungry) and alcohol (it’s Bourbon City, y’all)!

If downtown Louisville is your stage for an unforgettable night, then let this private party bus do all of the driving for you. You’re free to drink, dine, and dance your heart out thanks to a dedicated chauffeur who will take you wherever your party desires. Connect your phone to the bus’s sound system and rock out to your favorite music. Prices vary depending on duration of the bus rental.

Visit four of Louisville’s most famous bourbon distilleries--and stop for tours and tastings at two of them--with this customizable group tour. You can choose from a number of different distilleries, including the famous Bulleit Distilling Co Visitor Experience and the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery, with the option to add additional tastings to your tour on request.

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.

We jump right into sipping on bourbon while learning the proper way to sip and nose. It’s hosted in an Old Victorian showcasing over 500 bottles. And then you keep on sipping in the south. Choose a private collection. Tasting or a blind challenge. It’s an intimate tour package crafted with the bourbon connoisseur in mind for a max of 8. Maybe show off your talents and have bourbon snob bragging rights! The grand finale is a special tasting. Sip with the owner and drink right from barrels with an option to bottle your own! An educated guide will take great care of you. Our goal is to expand your knowledge of bourbons and find new favorites.

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.

Maximize time in Kentucky with a full-day distillery tour. Get picked up at your hotel or the address of your choice in Louisville and skip the hassle of driving. Set out on a small-group tour to visit distilleries and learn about bourbon production. Choose from an extensive list including distilleries like Woodford Reserve, Wild Turkey, Four Roses, and more. Tours and tastings are included.

Since 2004, Louisville Historic Tours offers the ORIGINAL guided walks of Old Louisville. This recent addition to our tour line-up is unique in that it is always guided by local author David Dominé, whose recent true-crime memoir, A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY has throngs of visitors flocking to the Derby City to check out the spots and sites featured in the story. This narrated jaunt through Old Louisville includes a visit to the stunning Conrad-Caldwell Mansion on stunning St. James Court, as well a stop for a drink at a local watering hole highlighted in the book. Each participant receives a signed, personalized copy of the book, in addition to a souvenir and a sweet treat or two.

When the sun goes down, the ghouls and ghosts of Louisville come out to play. Or, at least, that’s what your guide will say during this adults-only tour of Old Louisville. You’ll move under the moonlight with a guide and group, touring the historical buildings that are rumored to be filled with melancholy and mourning. Visit sites like The Witches’ Tree and Conrad’s Castle where haunted historical tales offer fun facts and frights.

Let one of our trained guides show you a side of Old Louisville that many haven't discovered yet. You'll hear tales about locations where famous people lived and died and stop in front of houses with interesting backstories and hidden architectural features. You'll also learn about the places where some of the neighborhood's most infamous scandals and grisly crimes occurred while getting a good dose of local gossip. This 2-hour walk will include sweet treats as well as a short visit to view the stunning interiors of the Conrad-Caldwell House on secluded, tree-lined St. James Court. Also included are stops at the Witches' Tree, the Fountain Court, and the hidden Floral Terrace.

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.

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.

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.

Experience Louisville in a whole new way with a 2-hour scavenger hunt adventure. Get ready to embark on a mission to discover hidden gems while completing hilarious challenges along the way. A top-rated app will guide you through the city, prompting you to seek out various items in no particular order—all while accruing points and tracking your progress alongside other players. And if you run into any trouble, a remote guide is just a chat message away.

Travel the Trail Tours strives to have efficiently planned tours, with reserved tour times, using comfortable vehicles. Our driver/guides are all friendly and knowledgeable and will add to your enjoyment of your time in Bourbon Country.

Maximize time in Louisville, Kentucky with a private tour focused on tasting single barrel bourbons. Get picked up at the address of your choice in Louisville in a vehicle that can suit up to eight people. Set out on a full-day tour of bourbon country that includes hands-on learning opportunities from tastings to behind-the-scenes craft tours. Taste several single barrel bourbons, including Blanton’s.