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Louisville/Louisville Food Tours

Louisville Legends: Downtown Derby City Food & History Tour

3 Hours • All Ages • Food & History

Louisville

Overview

Duration
3 Hours
Meeting point
Louisville
Group size
Up to 6 passengers

Rates

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Daytime Tickets - Non-Alcoholic

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[OLD BOURBON UPGRADE] 3 Pours + Gift Tickets

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Refundable Tickets

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Non-Refundable Tickets

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Refundable Tickets - Food Included

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Non-Refundable Ticket - Food Included

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Refundable Tickets - Food & Drink Pairings Included 🍴+🍹

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Non-Refundable Tickets - Food & Drink Pairings Included 🍴+🍹

Details

*Taste the story of Louisville in trendy NuLu and historic Butchertown.*

Duration

3 Hours

About

This walking tour tells the story of Louisville and Kentucky through its cuisine.

As you explore urban NuLu and historic Butchertown, 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 footsteps of the immigrants who shaped Louisville, and more.

The tour includes 6 stops for food and drinks, so come hungry and curious!

What's Included

  • 8 Delicious dishes representing Kentucky's culinary heritage
  • 4 Refreshing drinks
  • Audio headset to help you hear your tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Guide gratuity
  • Transportation

Accessibility

  • 1.5 miles of walking, no hills or stairs, wheelchair friendly
  • All ages are welcome, this is a family-friendly tour. Children 2 and under are free.
  • Due to our set menu and our restaurant partner's policies, we are not always able to accommodate food preferences and some allergies.

Before you go

Where to Meet

You'll meet your tour guide at the foot of the Pepsi Plaza tower in front of the KFC Yum! Center. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early.

Where to Park

Free parking in this area is a rarity, so it's easiest to walk or Lyft if you can. You may be able to find metered street parking. Otherwise, there are plenty of paid parking garages nearby (here is a map of the paid parking garages).

What to Bring

• Suitable shoes for walking

• Water bottle

• Sunscreen

• Umbrella (Just in case)

• Your appetite. You will not leave this tour hungry!

Important

You must bring a photo ID for the tour if you will be drinking alcohol.

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