Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail

Overview

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 secrets and chilling tales that lurk beneath the city's storied streets.

One part ghosts, one part grisly history, this guided 1.5-hour walking tour through downtown unveils the darkest corners of Louisville’s gruesome past, where the echoes of bygone eras whisper tragic tales of the forlorn, the oppressed, the betrayed, and the ruthless.

From a ghost that still haunts a glamorous hotel to the tragic riots of Bloody Monday, you’ll trace the cursed footsteps of criminals, mobsters, bootleggers, enslavers, and murderers in the city streets they once roamed – and the spirits whose souls never left.

For thrill-seekers, true crime fans, and lovers of the macabre, this dark history & ghost tour is a journey into the stories that lie beneath Louisville’s charming exterior. Dare to listen to the shadows with us.

City: Louisville

Sun 22 Jun

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Starting at $62.50

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Sun 22 Jun

Starting at $62.50

Make a reservation

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What's Included

1 Cocktail in a haunted bar (for applicable ticket holders only)

1.5 miles of walking outdoors, with 2 bathroom stops

Your expert guide will provide audio headsets to help you hear each thrilling tale told on this tour.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We will make 1 stop for drinks and bathrooms.
Louisville Food Tours is proudly locally owned and operated.
Not recommended for anyone with difficulty walking or standing for 1.5 hours

What To Expect

The Belvedere

You'll begin your tour at a statue commemorating Louisville's famous founder. But is he really deserving of his unblemished reputation? And who else might have a tale to tell about Louisville's role in our country's early days and westward expansion?

Cathedral of the Assumption

This ominous steeple once bore witness to one of the bloodiest days in Louisville's history...

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