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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
March through November, daily; limited dates in the off-season!
Our tours include more than St. James Court. We see twice as much as other neighborhood walking tours, visiting Ormsby Avenue, Park Avenue cottages, Floral Terrace, the Witches' Tree, and Millionaires Row. Bourbon barons, racetrack royalty, and titans of tobacco settled here in the 1800s. Today, impressive Victorian mansions and quirky residents have earned national attention for Old Louisville.
Author David Dominé often guides groups himself. The New York Times recommends his tours as a MUST during a visitor's "36 Hours in Louisville." Learn more in A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY, David's next book—out in October 2021!
Narrated walks depart from the transitional edge of the neighborhood. If you love old houses, this is the tour for you! If you do not like an up-and-coming neighborhood with a diverse racial make up, please stay home. If you can't go 90 minutes without a bathroom, this is not for you!
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
FYI The starting point is in a transitional area where you might encounter panhandlers, homeless people, and people who don't look like you.
Not recommended for visitors with mobility issues
MUST BE ABLE TO WALK 90 MINUTES WITHOUT A BATHROOM BREAK!
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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672 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Justine S,
May 25, 2025
- Viator
If you are at all interested in architecture and the history of a city, this is a great tour. Great tour guide with access to places I probably wouldn’t have found by myself. Wow, what a gorgeous part of the city!
Misty O,
May 25, 2025
- Viator
Gage was very knowledgeable and helped bring to life the history of old Louisville on a beautiful day.
Susan S,
May 19, 2025
- Viator
Brenda, our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was great that she had a microphone! A great story about the Witches Tree. Enjoyed our walk!
Anne H,
May 15, 2025
- Viator
This was my first time visiting Louisville. The tour was well-paced, informative, & sprinkled with good humor. It enhanced my visit & helped me understand how the past impacts Louisville’s present culture. Highly recommend!
Laura A,
May 15, 2025
- Viator
David, our guide, was wonderful at sharing information about the history of the area. This was my second time taking this tour. I'd highly recommend it!
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