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Private Louisville Food Tour with Food Tastings, Drinks & History

5.0(47)Louisville1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(46)

Description

Enjoy a carefully curated adventure through Louisville! Your exclusive private walking tour will lead you on an unforgettable journey filled with mouthwatering flavors, local stories, and a taste of Louisville’s soul. Choose from 3 meticulously crafted itineraries: vibrant NuLu, the Historic Highlands, or Phantoms of the Prohibition on Whiskey Row. As you stroll through each historic neighborhood, you’ll savor an array of mouthwatering dishes, from traditional Appalachian classics to culinary creations you’ll only find right here in Louisville. You'll sip bourbon, craft beer, and enjoy delicious cocktails as you learn the stories of Louisville's past. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll explore Louisville's most beautiful neighborhoods while diving into the city’s history and culinary heritage. Let the tastes and tales of this vibrant city unfold before you as you explore its culinary heritage on your private guided food tour of Louisville.

Tour Options

Prohibition Cocktails & Ghosts
  • Enjoy Cocktails & Small Bites: Enjoy Prohibition-era cocktails, bourbon tasting, and small bites at 4 unique stops in downtown Louisville. (21+) Explore Whiskey Row & Downtown: As you eat and drink your way down Whiskey Row, you’ll meet historic Louisville's ghosts, bourbon magnates, and mobsters. Starting point: West Washington Street & North 1st Street, W Washington St & N 1st St, Louisville, KY 40202, USA
Bourbon & Bites Food Tour
  • Bourbon drinks & food pairings: Sip bourbon pours & cocktails paired with 10 delicious paired bites which unlock bourbon's depth of flavor. Explore NuLu at night: Explore trendy NuLu at twilight, venturing into hidden speakeasies, renowned restaurants, and scenic rooftop bars. Uncover the secrets of bourbon: Trace the origins of bourbon from the Appalachian foothills to today - and all the stories distilleries won't tell you.
NuLu Food & History Tour
  • Enjoy local food & drinks: Enjoy dishes from Kentucky and Appalachia at delicious local stops. Explore NuLu & Butchertown: Explore urban NuLu and historic Butchertown as you unravel stories from Louisville's checkered past. Family Friendly: This tour is family friendly and kids under 2 are welcome to join for free.
Victorian Louisville Food Tour
  • Enjoy local food & drinks: Visit 5 beloved local eateries to sample drinks and food that tell the story of Louisville and the Highlands neighborhood. Explore the Historic Highlands: Admire beautiful Victorian homes in historic Cherokee Triangle and pass by the final resting place of Muhammed Ali. Family and Dog Friendly: Your private tour can be adjusted for all ages AND can be made dog-friendly upon request. Starting point: 956 Baxter Ave, Louisville, KY 40204, USA

Itinerary

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On the Bourbon & Bites tour, uncover the secrets of Kentucky bourbon and 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. As the sun sets over the vibrant NuLu neighborhood, you'll visit award-winning restaurants, hidden speakeasies, rooftop terraces, and cozy tasting rooms. - 3 cocktails, 2 bourbon pours, and 8-10 small bites - 1 mile of flat walking in vibrant NuLu - This tour is 21+ and capped at 12

60 min

On the 6PM Phantoms of Prohibition Cocktails & Bites Tour, you'll explore the hidden stories of Louisville’s haunted past in the belly of Whiskey Row. Meet the resident ghosts of Louisville’s historic downtown, trace the footsteps of bourbon magnates and mobsters, discover hidden speakeasies, and hear the untold stories of Prohibition.

60 min

On the 12:30 PM NuLu Food & History Food Tour, you'll explore urban NuLu and historic Butchertown, taste Kentucky classics like bourbon balls and fried chicken, sample a curious confection inspired by a Victorian-era actress, trace the history of the market district in Louisville, and more. You'll taste 5-7 samples of Kentucky regional cuisine and learn the story of Louisville's historic Market district.

60 min

On the 2 PM Original Highlands Food Tour, you'll explore quirky Bardstown Road and historic Cherokee Triangle; visit the final resting place of Muhammed Ali and Colonel Sanders; taste a dish inspired by the Hot Brown at Muhammed Ali’s boxing gym; sip bourbon in Louisville’s oldest bar; and admire beautiful Victorian homes.

Highlights

Alcoholic Beverages
Sample small bites at multiple stops, adding up to a full meal

What's included

Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Sample small bites at multiple stops, adding up to a full meal
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(47)

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P6378NGlaurar
July 28, 2026
A Delightful Time in Louisville

This was an excellent tour and tasting. Cathy was a fabulous guide! You’ll be lucky if you get her. Informative, fun, and kind.

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V1227KGrs
April 30, 2026
Excellent combo history, walking, food, bourbon tour

Excellent tour. Greta was an amazing guide. PRETZEL BREAD was worth the whole experience. More food and drinks than we thought. Did NOT finish hungry.

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cassandralQ6942XN
November 22, 2025
Awesome!

This was a great experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and fun!! Great food and drinks!! I would recommend this to a friend.

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895sharynb
October 16, 2025
Amazing tour!

Allison was amazing!!!!!!! Learned so much about Louisville history and how the city has transformed over time. Food and drink was delicious.

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courtneycJ3563BM
June 28, 2025
Bourbon and beyond

Katie was so great! She made this a great experience. She is also a Bellarmine alumni like me and was very knowledgeable about the city that I have called home.

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franik2014
May 1, 2025
Great tour!

This was our first time to Louisville and she was able to give us a thorough abridged discussion of the city. It truly was fabulous!

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danielleaA5875AZ
April 15, 2025
Allison is a great storyteller

Allison was lovely and enthusiastic about history and prohibition. I like listening to people who are excited about what they talk about.

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vampy2017
April 4, 2025
Fun Wslking Tour

Greta was very professional, friendly and personable. The tour had so much. Information about prohibition and Louisville. I recommend it highly!!

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L6726ADlisak
March 28, 2025
Fantastic experience in Louisville!

We loved every stop in the tour! The cocktails were a perfect pairing with the food and the tour guide was so knowledgeable. Such a fantastic time in Louisville!

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kristabQ8710TA
March 15, 2025
Fun Food and Drink Tour

Even though it was raining and storming we had a great time! Anna was a fun and easy going guide! Would definitely recommend this tour.

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