This was my favorite part of our trip! Firstly, the tour guide Angelique is the most amazing person…read moreI've met. Her knowledge of the area and the history, her beautiful personality, and her overall passion shine through! The architecture and ambience of the area are breathtaking. The storytelling is detailed and captivating. It is truly worth your visit!!! Hearing thebstories from a local even add more flare! We will definitely be booking with her in the future.

Angelique was a great narrator. We had an incredible historical Ghost Tour. Definitely Fun & Spooky…read moreVibes. I loved walking this beautiful yet creepy haunted neighborhood, surrounded by these beautiful Victorian Houses. I was literally in awe of this neighborhood. History at its finest!

Our guide Angelique could not have been more knowledgeable. The two hours flew by. Such a pleasant…read moreafternoon among such wonderful homes and neighborhood. Recommend to all!

This was a wonderful walking tour - I highly recommend it if you are interested in architecture,…read moreVictorian times, or history in general. Our tour was given by a knowledgeable guide named Erika who treated us like old friends and was so sweet to all of us, but especially to our energetic 6 yr old. While the area is gorgeous and can be enjoyed just walking around on your own, the tour gives special context and meaning to this beautiful environment, which makes it that much more special. You can round out the visit with a coffee at Old Louisville Coffee Co-op and a tour of the Conrad- Caldwell Mansion.

A must visit in Louisville KY!! The tour comes with general admission. Steve our guide was friendly…read moreand knowledgeable. I learned a lot from him. The tracks, the history, the building itself and the stories about jockeys and horses are all fascinating. The day we went unfortunately the weather was not good. Couldn't get a clear view of the track and landmarks. But it was very exciting to see the actual track. Parking is free. The gift shop is good. Lots merchandise for visitors to browse through. 2 horses in the barn when we visited. The museum itself is wonderful. Many historical information and artifacts. The Secretariat section is on the second floor. The fastest horse. And I learned that he had a bigger heart than any other horses. Might be a factor that he was fast! Absolutely a highlight of our trip in KY. It makes me actually want to come for the Kentucky Derby in May.

Came here the day after Derby Day, so it was free (and track tour during this time). I waited about…read morehalf hour in line to get in (since this year's Derby merch was also half off). I liked the 360 degree movie and spent about an hour and a half checking out the other exhibits. 2026 #42

Our tour guide was fantastic! He was knowledgeable, fun, and ensured we had time to look around…read morebefore moving on in the tour. As a privately owned cave, you can really get up close to cave features while still being respectful of the fragile ecosystem.

Everyone was super courteous had a great time we go several times a year petting zoo is fun they…read morelove the treat cone you can purchase there onsite!!! Fudge is amazing also.

Frazier Kentucky History Museum is definitely a must visit to learn all about Kentucky History. I…read morewish this place had been around when I was a school kid. The exhibits are very informative on the history. I believe this was formerly a Historical Arms Museum with old military guns. I have only been here with a friend when the Summer Beer Fest at Frazier takes place. Part of the VIP package. We definitely walk around and look at the different exhibits as well as getting special pours from the fest for VIPs . This is known as the starting point for Kentucky Bourbon trail. They don't just do Kentucky History they also do Louisville History as well. You can definitely learn just about anything Kentucky here. Although we have only been during the beer festival, we have yet to be here when it is actually open. I think a guided tour would be awesome. This is definitely worth a visit, for fun, learning, field trips. They do have other events as well just check out their Facebook page.

Even if you do not enter the museum, you must stop in to browse the gift shop. It is one of my…read morefavorites and I plan to come here more often for gifts. The Frazier is now a stop on the bourbon trail and because of that you can learn fun facts about how it's made and the history in Kentucky. Tastings and tours are also available. Cool Kentucky is a favorite walk through and it's found on the main floor. It's the reason the locals should visit. I learn something new each time and people in our state are highlighted in many ways. The Lewis and Clark exhibit remains and is likely the most kid friendly; however, this museum isn't really geared towards kids and they're going to become antsy fairly quick. Rotating exhibits always offer a reason to come back so I like to follow them on social media to see the announcements. Frazier offers an annual beer fest as well during late July/early August. I give them kudos for adjusting their displays and theming over the years to appeal to more visitors and remain open. It's a unique experience. Street parking, don't forget to pay the meter. Discount tickets may be found on Groupon. Annual membership is a good deal too.

"Now I'm walkin' on sunshine, woah-oh And don't it feel…read moregood?" (Katrina and the Waves) We aren't golfers, so when our convention offered a "Private Daytime Food Tour" as an alternate activity for the non-golfers, we couldn't sign up fast enough. That turned out to be a fantastic decision, because we loved our Walking Food Tour with Christina Shipp. It was a mile and a half endeavor with four stops for food and liquid refreshments. Christina guided us through some of Louisville's most iconic neighborhoods and along the way entertained us with true stories about Louisville's history and its culinary scene. She was fantastic. After we signed the obligatory waivers, she handed us a nifty headset so we could hear her narration. She also gifted us with a souvenir Louisville tote bag. Our first stop was at Doc Crow's for a bowl of shrimp and grits and a glass of lager beer. Next stop was The Swan for a Honeyed Julep and messy but delicious hot honey bourbon chicken sliders. We satisfied our collective sweet tooth at Art Eatables with a Modjeskas chocolate truffle and a Bourbon truffle and wrapped up the day at Down One Bourbon for an Old Fashioned Louis melt. Christina called it "a love letter" to Louisville's iconic Hot Brown. One Bourbon's final dish was a Derby Pie Sundae. My favorite foods were the Shrimp and Grits and the Hot Honey Bourbon Chicken. Our experience was fantastic. Christina was funny, engaging and offered a ton of great information. The headsets worked to perfection, and there was plenty of food and drink throughout the tour. She also took a group photo at every stop and e-mailed them to us at the end of the tour. What an excellent experience.

Now THIS is why you should go to Louisville. My top-tier chum who literally went to the school of…read morehospitality and I signed up for a bourbon tour with Greta a few weeks before our trip here. Our expectations were probably middle of the road going in; I'm honestly not sure how much research my chum did on this one (this was all her) but we were both a little apprehensive that this might be overrated and too touristy. But if you legitimately enjoy bourbon, are willing to drink it throughout an afternoon and want to have a few more talking points when the topic comes up - check, check and check - this was fantastic and worth the money. The tour packed a lot in during its roughly three hours. The specific reason we chose this one was because it included a visit to Angel's Envy, our favorite bourbon, but it also had stops at Bourbon Barrel Foods, Whiskey Thief and Chicken Cock. These were all within roughly five or 10 minutes of one another, pretty much on the eastern side of Downtown and around Butchertown. The weather was atrocious (raining pretty much the entire time) but we had a handy dandy trolley with us to save the day. I can't say enough about Angel's Envy and how impressive this distillery was. To me it was the unequivocal star of the show and we probably spent the most time here, at least in terms of really learning about bourbon and doing tour shizzle. It's just a gorgeous facility, and if you've ever driven through SE Kentucky wondering where all the money is, I found it. After the tour, we came back here for two hours and bought a lot of bourbon and swag to bring back home. We had the great fortune of getting Paula on our tour, who knows her bourbon and provided a ton of interesting insights about the creation of bourbon and just some general facts that we didn't know. I liked that the reason bourbon is basically just in KY has a lot to do with their soil/water, which ties in pretty closely with the trip we took the prior day to Mammoth Cave; like those passageways, everything is connected. Bourbon Barrel Foods was probably the weakest part of the tour if there was one, just because they didn't have a lot to bring to the table in terms of specific bourbon. It's pretty much just there as a stop to get a little food in you (not a bad thing AT ALL) while also offering you a $5 Old Fashioned, which we both took advantage of. Cute little bar/boutique store with a lot of bourbon-influenced bougie condiments and food stuffs for purchase, and the Old Fashioned was fine. We then went to pretty much just a wine store nearby (not sure about the name) where our guide Greta got a chance to shine with some more facts about bourbon, obviously drink some more and also gnaw on some artisanal cheese. By the time we got to Whiskey Thief, everyone was pretty rosy-cheeked and having a good time. This was strategically a really wily stop because you basically just hung out for half an hour drinking another cocktail (not sure but I don't think this was exactly an Old Fashioned, but more of a summer/fruity variation perhaps? Who knows. I'd had a few.), sampling some sauces/crackers and meeting Bourbon Tour Canine Chum Betty, who was a true professional and lover of the rump rub. An excellent addition to any distillery. But just an awesome stop, and we were starting to legit hang out with other people on the tour; I had a rousing 20-minute conversation with a fellow from Ohio who also had some real issues with how the Cincinnati Reds have been run over the last few decades. The Big Red Machine is sadly a distant memory. Anyway. The tour ended at Chicken Cock, which had a great vibe to go with its name. I was definitely pretty toasty by this point, as was my chum, and this is probably the best place to remind you that it's REALLY easy to get drunk on this tour. I was very proactive in seizing every food opportunity and keeping very hydrated, which for sure helped, but I also didn't really say no to any of the bourbon samples. So if that's a legitimate concern for you, just pick and choose your moments. One or two more might have been a problem, but the tour and its accompanying drinks were spread out enough not to do too much damage to me. Just know your limits, etc. Really great group too; I'm sure even if they'd been atrocious I would have liked them by Chicken Cock. This tour cost about $200 - your mileage may vary on the price, but we thought it was 100% worth it to get so much perspective on a spirit we've really grown to love over the past few years and of course to set foot in the Mother Ship aka Angel's Envy. And because it's pricier, you're not getting low-class lushes here - everyone was respectful and just cool people to spend time with. We had a bachelor party in our group from Scranton, PA, and they couldn't be nicer - and one of them worked at the arena where I saw Third Eye Blind in 2000! Wild times. Bourbon rocks. This tour rocks.

Such a fun little spot with excellent history about Louisville, cute souvenirs, and lots of…read moreinteresting bourbon themed gear. The ladies working on Sunday were so pleasant and welcoming. It was crowded with the convention crowd, and only one person checking people out, so be wary if you're in a time crunch & there's a line.

This is an exceptional visitor's center! I highly suggest starting your Louisville trip here. They…read morehave cute souvenirs, friendly staff, and lots of great suggestions on how to do Louisville. We needed a lunch suggestion and they pointed us to Mussels and Burger, which was phenomenal! We also got a map of downtown and some recommendations on a few distilleries. Totally worth the stop if you're new to Louisville!

This is a "must do" if you are looking for a unique family adventure. Our family group had ages 7…read moreto 57 and everyone was able to have an awesome time. Great professional staff and safety is their #1 priority. Located right in the city, just a short drive to get there. This is the most open cavern I have ever been in and you almost feel like you are in a dark warehouse, it's so big! No "tight" spaces of any kind. Heights might be your issue if that is a concern. If you have any climbing, repelling, spelunking, or exploring experience, this is a "walk in the park" for you. No experience is needed and they take care of everything. All you have to do is zip when you're told. Have fun! Shoutout to Bethany M., an excellent staff member.

The Good: Riley and Zinner were wonderful guides along our tour!! Made sure everyone was safe and…read morehad a great time!! Online booking mentions that it is a 2.5hr experience but with a smaller group of 8, it only took 1.5hr for all the zip lines. Overall a very fun experience and great with big groups! The Bad: Do not get the picture package!! The picture is taken at a standing platform after one of the zip lines, not an action shot!! The Ugly: It felt a little sketchy going down the barren hallway. It was a 5 min walk that felt like you were going through an industrial hallway and it just felt out of place to keep going if the signs were not there. On to my next adventure....

Phenomenal experience!! How am I the first person to rate…read morethis?? Six of us took the bourbon and chocolate tour. Our guide, Drew, is extremely knowledgeable in the town and the history of bourbon making. Our three stops were amazing and each was different in bourbon and chocolate. The tour was short but jam-packed full of information (and yummy goodness).

From the owner: The Whiskey Row Walking Tour is Louisville's only guided bourbon and history walking tour on…read morehistoric Main Street — led by Drew, a lifelong Louisvillian with 15 years of professional guiding experience and 22 years working in the City of Louisville's Economic Development Department. That combination of on-the-ground local knowledge and deep civic history is something you simply won't find anywhere else. On this two-hour tour, you'll visit three distilleries along Whiskey Row, with tastings included at every stop. Depending on the day, your stops may include Bardstown Bourbon Company, Buzzard's Roost, Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, and Barrels & Billets — all within walking distance of each other in the heart of downtown Louisville. But this isn't just a tasting tour. As you walk the same cast iron storefronts that date back to the 1800s, Drew connects the bourbon in your glass to the history beneath your feet — from Prohibition and river commerce to the distillers who made Kentucky famous worldwide. Tours depart from the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® Welcome Center inside the Frazier History Museum at 829 W. Main Street. $129/person, tastings included. Available Thursday through Sunday, March through October. Walk. Sip. Learn.

Small but awesome distillery! Amazing bourbon! Guides were awesome as well!! If you are looking…read morefor a good tour and some amazing tasting bourbon this is an excellent choice.

The Angel's Envy distillery is pretty much the #1 reason that my top-tier chum who literally went…read moreto the school of hospitality and I decided to go on a trip to Kentucky, and after actually visiting, justified it as well. During an early 2025 trip to Washington, D.C., we went to multiple establishments and, coincidentally or not, encountered this specific bourbon and just loved it. The most notable occurrence was at Jack Rose Dining Saloon, where I had literally the best Old-Fashioned I've ever had, using a special Angel's Envy that hung out in some sherry barrels for a while. Since then, we've both regularly ordered it when given the opportunity, and ultimately decided that the best way to appreciate this fine spirit was to go right to the source. So to the mothership we went. My chum did most of the heavy lifting here and scheduled a bourbon tour with Louisville Food Tours (very strong recommend) that featured Angel's Envy at the first stop. It's hard to really put into words what this building looks like as you walk in and explore, but it's just so...nice. It's classy without being inaccessible, and it just felt like a true cathedral of bourbon. As tasteful as the bourbon it makes. During our initial tour, we were probably in the distillery for a solid half hour plus, getting a quick tour of the still and fermenters before being led into a side room on the second floor to formally taste some bourbon. Paula was our guide, both during this tour and later on, and was just enormously impressive, which I touched upon in my review of the official tour as well. She's no-nonsense and loves her bourbon - who can't relate? We learned how to inspect the bourbon in the glass, to take a test sip to numb the pain receptors and to truly appreciate the subtle notes in the bourbon with the second sip. It was legitimately helpful, useful information that we're both going to utilize going forward. After our three-hour tour ended (go hard or go home), it wasn't even much of a discussion - we came back here for a few hours to soak in more of the atmosphere and drink some more bourbon. At this point, it was probably close to 5ish but the place was still pretty busy; somehow we were able to secure spots at the bar upstairs and made ourselves at home. I wish I could remember the name of our bartender (blame the time that has elapsed, not the bourbon), but he was very good, social without being oppressive and was just present and let us do our thing. After sipping straight bourbon for most of the afternoon, I switched to the Bourbon Renewal, which you'll be shocked to know includes Angel's Envy but is a more summer, fruit-forward cocktail and super refreshing. Was the right call and hit the spot. (We also got waters because that's the responsible thing to do.) We finally went back downstairs to the gift shop, which doesn't feel like the right term - it was more majestic than something you'd walk into after going through, say, a museum for an hour or two. It's enormous and offers numerous bourbons and also some very high quality swag. We reunited with our chum Paula and sampled their limited edition two-grain, which was created due to a fortunate mistake in which the rye wasn't added so it's just the corn and malted barley. You CAN see the difference and taste it; to me at least, it's more caramel-y than their normal single barrel. We each bought a bottle to bring back to the homeland. My chum basically bought half the store, but I remained calm/deliberate and my only other purchase was a MAGNIFICENT black hoodie. I'm not kidding - I love hoodies and have probably owned dozens over the years, and this is literally the best quality one I've had. It has this interesting front pouch pocket design with like a pocket within the pocket for high-priority items like your ID or credit cards, and the hood itself is interesting. It's just really good and I wore it all day the next day as we slowly made our way back to the East Coast. It's been washed and carefully placed in my closet, where it will reign supreme when the weather inevitably turns nippy again. It's not an exaggeration to say we probably spent hundreds of dollars (at least not thousands) directly and indirectly involving Angel's Envy on this trip. Worth it.