Victorian Louisville: Food, Drinks & Charm

Embark on a culinary journey through the historic Highlands neighborhood in Louisville, Kentucky. Taste local specialties, visit iconic landmarks, sip bourbon, and explore Victorian homes.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Louisville - Wander through the verdant, tree-lined streets of the Original Highlands and Cherokee Triangle, where some of Louisville’s oldest homes can be found. This area is over 50 years older than “Old Louisville!”
  • Cave Hill Cemetery - We will pass by the entrance to the stunning Cave Hill Cemetery, the final resting place of Muhammad…
What's Included
  • Admire Victorian-era architecture in a neighborhood 50 years older than “Old Louisville”
  • Led by an expert local guide
  • 4 Delicious dishes representing Louisville’s culinary heritage on Restaurant Row
  • Taste a Hot Brown-inspired dish at Muhammed Ali’s former boxing gym
  • Bourbon tasting at the city’s oldest bar, plus craft beer & cocktails
  • Dessert…
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation
Additional Information

Discover a quieter side of Old Louisville and uncover a part of the city that many visitors overlook. Just a short five-minute drive from downtown and NuLu, the Highlands area is a local favorite, showcasing Louisville’s renowned Victorian architecture, the birthplace of the Disco ball, and the lively “Restaurant Row.” With its tree-lined streets,…

Location
O'Shea's Irish Pub
Baxter Avenue
Meet your guide on the sidewalk in front of the Irish pub at 956 Baxter Avenue. We recommend parking on a side street such as Morton or Highland, and NOT on busy Baxter Ave. (Note: There are two pubs with the same name in Louisville - ensure you are going to the one on Baxter, not Main!)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jjgobears
Nov 11, 2025
Best afternoon in Louisville - food, drink and fun - This was a tremendous food and history tour. Christina was our guide and it was clear from the beginning she loves Louisville, she loves food, and she loves to share her knowledge of culture, history, and current events. I'd go back to each and every one of our stops if we had the time as their food was excellent and the beverages were well matched. As an added bonus, Christina shared a variety of local recommendations after the tour. Just don't make an early dinner reservation as you won't be hungry for awhile.
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Sarahbq588sj
Oct 25, 2025
Hidden Louisville Gems - Learned a lot about Louisville and tried so many delicious foods! Greta was awesome and so knowledgeable. Would definitely do another one of these tours.
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Patmp8371km
Oct 11, 2025
Wonderful experience - Awesome tour! Cathy was very knowledgeable and friendly, and the food was amazing. We had a great time learning about the history of the area
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Lynettet859
Oct 4, 2025
Greta was the best part of the tour! - My husband and I visited Louisville for a long weekend and wanted this tour to get acquainted with the area a bit. Greta did not disappoint, and despite great food and drink tastings, she was my favorite part. She was so personable and knowledgeable that it made the experience so enjoyable! Thank you, Greta!
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Terriwags
Sep 28, 2025
Great tour of the historic Highlands area! - We had a very enjoyable tour with our guide, Allison. She said she was not an actress, but she was definitely an entertainer! She was knowledgeable about the history of the area, the types of homes, the food and the bourbon. The selection of food and drink definitely gave us a great sampling of the area. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Noneneede
Sep 27, 2025
Beautiful Louisville neighborhood! - Christina was our excellent tour guide for a walk through this lovely neighborhood in Louisville. So many beautiful Victorian homes! Plus, we had tasty snacks and drinks at several stops. Hubby and I really enjoyed Christina's obvious love for the history and culture of the area, as well as her stories about the history of Louisville.
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H4443zakathleenc
Sep 25, 2025
Excellent tour - Very fun and informative tour of a beautiful and historic neighborhood of Louisville Allison was a great tour guide and her love and enthusiasm of Louisville made tour that much better
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726isaig
Sep 25, 2025
Educational and entertaining - Had the tour with Allison. She was extremely knowledgeable and very entertaining. I definitely recommend if you’d like to know more about bourbon and the old Victorian neighborhood in Louisville. We had a great time.
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Jenna
Sep 19, 2025
A fun way to tour the area! - 5 stars for Greta and this tour!! So much fun, great info, tons of wonderful recommendations and deliscious food & drinks! Oh my gosh the pretzel with beer cheese and the old fashioned were on point! Everything was great. Definitely recommend!! I want to buy a shotgun house here and do all the tours. 🤗
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Ernest
Sep 18, 2025
Greta was great! - Greta was great! Low key and relaxed walking tour. She was knowledgeable about the history of community as well as the architecture.
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From $139
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).