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Secrets of Louisville: 3hr NuLu Food & History Walking Tour

$139
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Vibrant NuLu and historic Butchertown are the focus of the original Nulu food tour by locally-owned Louisville Food Tours, where you can taste the flavors of Louisville. Over 3 immersive hours, visit 6 local eateries and enjoy 8 delicious bites that showcase Louisville's culinary heritage.

  • 🍽️ Dishes include biscuits & gravy, Kentucky-style fried chicken, a Louisville BBQ dish, bourbon balls, and a Prohibition-era Hot Brown gravy.
  • 🍺 Tastings of barrel-aged craft beer and a refreshing alcoholic slushy featuring Kentucky's Ale8 soda are included.
  • 🏛️ Wander through historic streets while uncovering stories behind the city’s rich history.
  • 📜 Visit a historic home once occupied by Thomas Edison and sample a unique confection inspired by a Victorian actress.
  • ⚠️ This tour typically sells out; reserve your spot early and come hungry!

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Food & Drinks: Enjoy delicious drinks and bites paired with fascinating stories from Louisville's checkered past.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Bourbon barrel-aged craft beer tasting
  • Fun & knowledgeable local guides
  • Small group for a more personalized experience
  • Authentic Kentucky cuisine served at multiple stops, equivalent to a full lunch
  • Taste bourbon balls, Kentucky-style fried chicken, Hot Brown gravy, and more
  • Transportation
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time. Meet your guide at the entrance to the NuLu Marketplace parking lot, under the giant horse mural.

  • We'll begin in NuLu Marketplace, to try a a dish with surprising Kentucky origins! (pass by)
  • The NuLu District is Louisville’s trendiest neighborhood. Historic brick buildings painted with vibrant murals line the streets, art galleries and eclectic shops feature locally made goods, and hip local restaurants & bars pour craft beer and bourbon. This food tour explores the history of Louisville, NuLu, and Kentucky cuisine. You’ll taste Kentucky classics like bourbon balls and fried chicken and try out a few local brews and spirits.
  • Learn the ridiculous origin story of 2 of Louisville's most bizarrely nicknamed alleys. (pass by)
  • Learn about Thomas Edison's time in Louisville, and the Southern Exposition's impact on the city. (pass by)
  • Try two Kentucky confections from this historic candy shop, including a Louisville original named after a Victorian-era actress. (pass by)

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour can accommodate vegetarian options. Please notify us in advance at least 24h before the tour start time if you have any dietary restrictions or will not be drinking beer..
  • This is an all ages, family-friendly tour. Children under the age of 2 are welcome to join this tour free of charge without a ticket.
  • Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers roughly 1.5 miles of walking.
  • Please note that the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • Tours run in rain, shine, or snow unless weather becomes severe or constitutes a dangerous situation.
  • Louisville Food Tours is proudly locally owned and operated!
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Secrets of Louisville: 3hr NuLu Food & History Walking Tour

    $139
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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