Louisville Highlands Tastes & Tales Walking Food & History Tour

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: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Louisville - Explore the Original Highlands and Cherokee Triangle as you see some of the oldest homes Louisville has to offer.
  • Cave Hill Cemetery - We will pass by the entrance to beautiful Cave Hill Cemetary, the final resting place of Muhammed Ali, Colonel Sanders, and other notable Louisvillians
What's Included
  • Audio headset provided for tour
  • Lunch included
  • Snacks available
  • Alcoholic beverages offered
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Venture into the beating heart of Louisville with a stroll through the historic Original Highlands and Cherokee Triangle neighborhoods on a culinary journey that explores the vibrant tale of Louisville. The Highlands wears its age with panache, boasting iconic Victorian homes lining the leafy streets, colorful murals, eclectic shops, and beloved local joints that are the definition of cool.

Wander these time-worn streets savoring local flavor in every bite and sip. Pay respects to Kentucky legends like Muhammad Ali and Colonel Sanders at the entrance of Cave Hill Cemetery, dive into a Hot Brown-inspired dish where Ali once trained, sip bourbon at the city’s oldest bar, and follow the footsteps of immigrants who laid down the roots of this amazing city.

Let the grandeur of Victorian homes and the tales embedded in historic architecture be your backdrop for a journey that’s as rich as the flavors themselves. Get ready for a walk through Louisville’s soul, one bite and sip at a time.

  • Not recommended for travelers with severe food restrictions or multiple food allergies
Location
956 Baxter Ave
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.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Erichv4229if
Jul 24, 2024
Loved it ! - Excellent views. Excellent food. Great architecture. Beautiful architecture views. Very knowledgeable - Regina was an excellent tour guide.
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Travel35424620210
Jul 10, 2024
Eat & drink your way through a wonderful neighborhood! - We live in the neighborhood & took the tour. Our guide was Anna, and she was AMAZING! She has a lot of fun stories, interesting tidbits, and she does a very nice bourbon tasting. This tour has so much delicious food and yummy drinks! They were able to accommodate our vegetarian diet with no problem. We felt welcome at every establishment & Anna really made the group feel inclusive and interactive. Her personality is definitely 5 star! This tour does not disappoint!
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Ashleyte7496cz
Jun 27, 2024
Worth it! - Christina was such an awesome guide! The tour had a great blend of food, drinks, history and architecture. Highly recommend!
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3rdheds
Jun 27, 2024
Great tour - Christina was fantastic! The perfect amount of food. Lots of history and got in my steps. Highly recommend for visitors and locals alike
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V6718nljulied
Jun 23, 2024
Happy in the Highlands - Regina was very friendly and personable. Her information was so interesting! Will definitely suggest this tour to family and friends.
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A1973hzhollyb
Jun 20, 2024
Great time in the Highlands - Loved Allison, our guide. Even though it was sweltering hot, Allison kept us engaged and interested and alive. The food was amazing.
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Rick_c
Jun 12, 2024
First visit to Louisville. - Excellent tour, with a variety of food and generous portions. This was my first visit to Louisville, so I was glad to learn about the city's history. Our tour guide was amazing.
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Jacqielinem
Jun 8, 2024
Review for walking tour - Regina was an amazing tour guide, she was incredibly savvy & fun! Will definitely come back for more tours. I loved learning more about Louisville!
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Coastal10073417289
May 29, 2024
Enjoyable experience in the Highlands - Regina was our tour guide and she was very knowledgeable about the history and architecture of Louisville and the Highland area. The food portions were ample and the alcohol substantial. Overall a very pleasant experience
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Deborah_f
Jun 10, 2024
All good; be forewarned the food choices are not healthy - LOVED the history and the stories Regina had to share. LOVED the areas we visited and the associated knowledge in regards to each. For me personally, the drinks were a bit over-the-top for my taste, but my spouse enjoyed them. Our tour included a small beer, a Berry Bourbon, a shot of Maker's Mark, and an old-fashioned. My favorite was the beer! The drinks were not an issue, however, as we were able to sample as we wished, no pressure. My reason for 4 stars is in regards to the food. I loved the pretzel bread and cheese dip with the beer. The Irish food, since it was vegetarian (no sausage, per my request) involved mashed potatoes and gravy, more carbs. The pizza was yet another onslaught of carbs followed by a dessert. Everything was good but in order to set anyone's expectation, ESPECIALLY if you're diabetic, you definitely should not sign up expecting a "nutritious lunch!!!"
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