Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail
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.
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Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail
What's included in Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The BelvederePass-by Only
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?
Louisville's iconic historic steamboat has seen over 100 years of history and change. What whispered stories might she tell about the murky waters of the Ohio River?
Sit and enjoy a cocktail while you learn about cunning bootleggers who defied Prohibition, fires and floods which nearly destroyed this historic stretch of downtown, and the salacious hidden tunnels underneath your very feet. But beware: there are more spirits here than what you'll see behind the bar... Note: cocktail is only included for applicable ticket holders.
Inclusions
- 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.
- Gratuities
- Transportation
- Food
- Actual ghosts (but if you see one let us know!)
- Indoor exploration. This is a walking tour, and we will not be entering private buildings
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet at the George Rogers Clark Statue at the end of the Belvedere plaza. The entrance to the Belvedere plaza is 5th St &, W Main St, and the statue is at the end of the ramp. The Belvedere is not accessible by car. There are both paid parking lots and free street parking nearby.
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Ticket Redemption
Please note that all tickets purchased before March 4, 2025 do NOT have an included cocktail. Ticket holders with this ticket type will be given the option to upgrade before their tour.