Tours & Activities in Louisville

Learn about the area's history and haunts on this walking tour through Old Louisville.

Sip Kentucky Tours makes creating a once in a like time experience easy. We have done all the hard work by packaging the best Bourbon tour with the 3 most iconic distilleries Kentucky has to offer. We have thought of every detail from luxury transportation to an authentic, hearty lunch between stops to keep you energized. Our guides are all Bourbon lovers and know how to deliver 5 star experiences. By scheduling your tour with Sip Kentucky you will be pampered from pick up to drop off.

Enjoy full access to Louisville's only educational contemporary art museum

Discover Old Louisville, America's third-largest historic district. Walk through impressive Victorian mansions and discover more about the fascinating history of its quirky residents.

Bardstown is known for their BOURBON.—but we want to offer experiences that differ slightly and will be fun for the entire group. We take a slight jaunt off the Bourbon Trail and offer an opportunity to craft your own handmade candle as well as enjoy Kentucky Made Wines and Beers. During your experience, you will be given a large variety of scents to choose from to blend into YOUR perfect scented candle. In addition, our large variety of candle vessels offer just the right finishing personalization for your aesthetics. As we embark on the candle making journey you will receive full education on how to label, wick, blend, make and pour your candle. Along the way we offer a variety of candle burning and safety tips that will make all future candle burning even more enjoyable. This will be the activity that everyone will be talking about when they go home.

Taste paired bites, bourbon, and cocktails. Learn the unfiltered story of bourbon while exploring hidden speakeasies, rooftop terraces, & cozy tasting rooms in the vibrant NuLu district of Louisville.

Explore the heart of Kentucky's rich bourbon heritage with SIP Tours on our exclusive private tour of the world-renowned Kentucky Bourbon. This personalized journey offers an immersive experience into the craftsmanship and history behind America's native spirit. Tour Highlights: Custom Itinerary: Tailored to your preferences, visit iconic distilleries such as Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, Bulleit, and more. VIP Access: Enjoy exclusive tastings, behind-the-scenes tours, and meet master distillers who share their expertise and passion for bourbon making. Scenic Landscapes: Traverse picturesque Kentucky countryside known for its rolling hills and historic distillery architecture. Details: Embark on a memorable journey through Kentucky's Bourbon Country with SIP Tours, where every sip tells a story of tradition, craftsmanship, and Southern hospitality.

Explore stories of slavery, war, and a catastrophic flood on this bone-chilling walking tour of Louisville. Follow your guide to hear ghost stories of up to 7 haunted locations around the city!

Eat, drink, and uncover the clues on a guided murder mystery food tour! Someone’s been murdered, and it’s up to you to solve the case (or confess your crime). As you stroll to three local restaurants, you’ll gather clues with each round of delicious food and drinks. At the start of the tour, you’ll be given a role—so prepare to get into character! Dress in theme and bring your sleuthing skills – everyone has secrets, and no one is above suspicion. April-July Theme: Death at the Derby Step into the high-stakes world of the Kentucky Derby! The big race is nearly here - and between whispers of bad business deals, betrayal, and local rivalries, tensions are as high as ticket prices. Amid the glamour of the Derby, secrets run as deep as the betting pools at Churchill Downs. Derby Day has never been so thrilling—or so dangerous. So don your finest (or most ridiculous) Derby attire and prepare to race to the finish line in a dead heat to unravel unbridled deception!

Explore the stories of Louisville’s haunted past on this guided nighttime tour. Meet spirits and drink spirits while learning about Prohibition, bourbon, and the ghosts of historic Louisville.

No shared buses! This is a private vehicle for you and your group. On this full-day private Frankfort, KY, bourbon distillery tour, you will visit three separate distillery operations. On these stops, you'll learn information about making bourbon, while learning the history of some iconic brands. For this tour, please select (5-6) distilleries from the list ranked in order of importance. From there, we will coordinate with you and book (3) distillery tours with tastings for your group. These will booked based on availability, scheduling, and your ranking at your approval. By booking this tour, you'll receive: Hassle-free booking A private vehicle for your group Free pickup from your Louisville hotel or AirBnb Base-level admission to 3 distilleries A knowledgable & friendly designated driver Note, we will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. Please send an email for questions. This trip will take about 8-10 hours in total.

Get to know the story of Louisville one bite at a time on a guided food and history tour of the city's trendy NuLu District. Sample local favorites like bourbon balls and fried chicken along the way.

No shared buses! This is a private vehicle for you and your group. On this full-day private Louisville, KY, bourbon distillery tour, you will visit three separate distillery operations. On these stops, you'll learn information about making bourbon, while learning the history of some iconic brands. For this tour, please select 5–6 distilleries from the list ranked in order of importance. From there, we will coordinate with you and book (3) distillery tours with tastings for your group. These will be booked based on availability, scheduling, ranking, and your final approval. By booking this tour, you'll receive: Hassle-free booking A private vehicle for your group Free pickup from your hotel or Airbnb Base-level admission to 3 distilleries A knowledgeable and friendly designated driver * Note: We will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. This tour will take apx 9 hours in total. If time for another stop, we can add one at the group's expense.

Louisville's award-winning artisan foods manufacturer, inspired by Kentucky's Bourbon Country. Tour the soy sauce brewery and spice smoking techniques & savor innovative flavors from bourbon barrels.

Private 8 hour all-inclusive Bourbon Tour with up to 8 persons and 2-3 distilleries. This is a real bourbon experience! It’s perfect for beginners, couples or bourbon snobs. With private transportation and a personal guide, our concierge-style tours go beyond the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Kick off the tour with bourbon 101 experience. We set you up for success by teaching you the proper way to sip/nose, the difference between rye vs wheat, and young vs old. Armed with this info we hit the bourbon trail. You pick your one must do distillery and we build the day around it, with The grand finale, sipping with the owner from barrels and bottling your own Single Barrel. Your super host will fill you in on the facts, and the juicy gossip of the bourbon industry. They will point out master distillers, and rare must purchase bottles. This tour is customized to your personality and palette.

Get your photos taken on a walking tour of Louisville. Walk through the city's lively downtown area, one of its most popular spots, as your photo is taken by your professional photographer guide.

This is NOT a small bites food tour! Be sure to come hungry. Here's what awaits you: Led by knowledgeable local guides, this leisurely walking tour takes you through charming streets lined with historic buildings, artisan shops, and iconic bourbon landmarks. Along the way, you'll savor carefully curated tastings from some of Bardstown’s best eateries, featuring regional specialties, bourbon-infused treats, and handcrafted delights that showcase Kentucky’s rich food culture. Perfect for bourbon lovers and foodies alike, this immersive experience also includes insider stories about Bardstown’s distilling history, famous figures, and the deep-rooted traditions that make this town the true Bourbon Capital of the World.

Come out with us on an unforgettable journey through Louisville's LGBTQ+ past and present, while enjoying delicious bites and drinks in The Highlands, the heart of the city’s queer scene! As you follow your local guide through the charming, tree-lined streets of the historic Cherokee Triangle, you'll savor iconic Kentucky dishes like fried chicken, spoonbread, and a Louisville Hot Brown, all perfectly paired with bourbon cocktails. Along the way, you'll discover the rich and diverse history of Kentucky's queer community, from a trailblazing Black drag queen from the Prohibition era to the poets, writers, and activists who shaped Kentucky’s LGBTQ+ legislature and culture. You'll end your tour at one of the city's best gay bars, where the rest of your night will begin! This tour is proud to be locally owned, as well as developed and run by Queer community members. We aim to create a safe space for our guests as much as possible, and to support local and Queer-owned establishments.

Expert-Guided Exploration: Embark on a paddleboarding journey led by seasoned guides, unraveling Louisville's history and landmarks along the serene Ohio River. Exclusive Views: Immerse yourself in unparalleled vistas of downtown Louisville, gliding past iconic landmarks including the Big Four Bridge and waterfront park. Beginner-Friendly Experience: Start your adventure with a tailored paddleboarding lesson, ensuring comfort and confidence for all skill levels. Personalized Captures: Commemorate your excursion with personalized snapshots against Louisville's picturesque skyline, curated by your knowledgeable guide.

Touring a local bourbon distillery is a must-do when visiting Louisville. With included transportation, there's no need to designate a driver - you can concentrate on enjoying your friends! Visit three small-batch Kentucky bourbon distilleries Comfortable transfers between each: No need to designate a driver Private tour, exclusively for your party: A personalized experience Go behind the scenes at the distilleries and taste straight from the barrel

We offer customized bourbon distillery tour transportation and help you build the perfect day for your group. There are tour experiences, tastings, cocktail bars, and great food. With so many choices, it’s essential that we talk about them and make sure that you and your group have the perfect day. There are 2 groups of distilleries. First, the distilleries to the south are Jim Beam, Four Roses Bottling and Warehouse, Heaven Hill, Willett, Lux Row Distillers, Bardstown Bourbon Company, Preservation Distillery, Log Still Distillery, Makers Mark, and Limestone Branch. To the east towards Frankfort and Lexington, there is Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Bulleit, Glenn’s Creek Distillery, Whiskey Thief Distilling Company, Castle & Key, Jeptha Creed, and J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery. Whiskey Thief Distilling lets you taste straight from the barrels. You can also hand-fill your own bottle. You can make your own blend at J. Mattingly.

This ticketed tour combines The Kentucky Bourbon Trail with Kentucky’s Horse Country for a full day of adventure! The itinerary includes guided transportation, a horse farm tour at Kismet Thoroughbred Farm, 2 distillery experiences at Woodford Reserve and Whiskey Thief, along with a local lunch.

No shared buses! This is a private vehicle for you and your group. On this full-day private Louisville, KY, bourbon distillery tour, you will visit three separate distillery operations. On these stops, you'll learn information about making bourbon, while learning the history of some iconic brands. For this tour, please select 5–6 distilleries from the list ranked in order of importance. From there, we will coordinate with you and book (3) distillery tours with tastings for your group. These will be booked based on availability, scheduling, ranking, and your final approval. By booking this tour, you'll receive: Hassle-free booking A private vehicle for your group Free pickup from your hotel or Airbnb Base-level admission to 3 distilleries A knowledgeable and friendly designated driver * Note: We will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. This tour will take apx 9 hours in total. If time for another stop, we can add one at the group's expense.

Use an app to survive a zombie apocalypse in Louisville . In Zombie Scavengers, explore the city however you'd like to search for items needed to survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll get points for finding these items. You can also do some zombie themed challenges for points on the app as well. Strategize in order to get the most points and survive the apocalypse. Your remote host will be there for you via chat if you need anything. Can you survive the apocalypse in Louisville?

The Bourbon Tour!!!!!! **A Bite of Kentucky** Embark on an unforgettable journey through Kentucky's finest bourbon and the threads that bind The Bourbon of Kentucky Enjoy private, exclusive guides and transfers as you tour for a “bite” of the bourbon secrets Do you want an exclusive tour and choose the distilleries do you want,,,,,,, we are here...... for a bite of Kentucky Spinning the Bourbon!!!!

This Friday bourbon tour includes guided transportation, 3 distillery stops for tours and tastings, and a local lunch. Guests will enjoy a tour and tasting at Lux Row, a Connoisseur tasting at Heaven Hill, and a tour with tastings at James B. Beam Distilling Co.

Crazy Dash of Louisville is a great way to see the city! Use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. Find them in any order you choose and submit a photo for points. You'll also complete challenges for points. See your score on the rankings compared to others who have played across the country when you are finished. All games have a remote host that will chat with you during the game. Crazy Dash is our most easy-going scavenger hunt. Come have some fun in Louisville today!

The adventure starts in the heart of Kentucky, as you sip bourbon, savor cigars, and immerse yourself in good old-fashioned fun! However, narrowing it down to 3 distilleries from 95 can be overwhelming. But fear not Mr. Best Man, we have the perfect solution to ensure an unforgettable bachelor party experience! Leave the planning to the locals by pre-booking this exclusive tour. Tailored for up to eight people, this tour can be customized up to 14, guaranteeing one for the record books! Kickstart the festivities, with a little hooch, setting the tone for an incredible time ahead! We jump right into learning the proper way to sip and nose. Then you keep on Sipping in the South with a behind the scenes tasting from Barrels. Everything is taken care for the day. Food, snacks, tickets, cooler and transportation. Expand your collection with some-one-of-a-kind Kentucky only bourbons with the help of your Superhost.

No shared buses! This is a private vehicle for you and your group. On this full-day private Bardstown KY, bourbon distillery tour, you will visit three separate distillery operations. On these stops, you'll learn information about making bourbon, while learning the history of some iconic brands. For this tour, please select (5-6) distilleries from the list ranked in order of importance. From there, we will coordinate with you and book (3) distillery tours with tastings for your group. These will booked based on availability, scheduling, and your ranking and your approval. By booking this tour, you'll receive: - Hassle-free booking - A private vehicle for your group - Free pickup from your Louisville hotel or AirBnb - Base-level admission to 3 distilleries - A knowledgable & friendly designated driver * Note, we will stop for lunch, but it is not included in this online price. Please send an email for questions. This tour will take about 8-9 hours in total.

We offer a party bus for all occasions with flexible scheduling. The bus can accommodate up to 14 passengers comfortably. Bring your own coolers and food on board!