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April–May and September–October
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NuLu (East Market District): Walkable area with galleries, cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping; central for exploring downtown and Highlands. The Highlands: Vibrant historic neighborhood with bars, casual dining, and good pedestrian streets; lively but still neighborhood feel. Downtown / Waterfront: Close to major attractions, museums, the riverfront park and easy access to guided bourbon tours.
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As seen on HBO's MURDER IN GLITTERBALL CITY! Impressive Victorian mansions and quirky residents have earned national attention for Old Louisville, where bourbon barons, racetrack …
Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Experience Churchill Downs Racetrack, the most well-known racing venue in the world. Admission to Kentucky Derby Museum includes daily historic walking tours, two levels of family-…
Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
March through November, daily; limited dates in the off-season! Our tours include more than St. James Court. We see twice as much as other neighborhood walking tours, visiting Orm…
Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Experience a unique sightseeing tour and/or tasting at 3 traditional Kentucky bourbon distilleries (KY has more than 60 distilleries). Avoid the stress of planning on your own and …
Approx. 2880 minutesView on Viator →
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 immersi…
Approx. 180 minutesView on Viator →
Step into the past on a haunting journey through the true story of the "Graveyard of the West". As the sun sets and the city’s vibrant façade fades, you'll uncover the sinister sec…
Approx. 90 minutesView on Viator →Start with the number of days you have, then choose an unhurried, balanced, or fuller pace. Review the suggested route before generating your daily plan. Transport allowances are estimates; confirm services and meeting points before booking.
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