Secrets of Louisville: 3hr NuLu Food & History Walking Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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Explore vibrant NuLu & historic Butchertown with locally-owned Louisville Food Tours on the original Nulu food tour to taste the flavors of Louisville! Over the course of 3 immersive hours, you'll visit local eateries and enjoy delicious bites that showcase Louisville's culinary heritage. Dishes include biscuits & gravy with roots in the foothills of Appalachia, Kentucky-style fried chicken, a Louisville BBQ dish, bourbon balls, a Prohibition-era Hot Brown gravy, and barrel-aged craft beer.
As you wander through the historic streets of two of Louisville's oldest neighborhoods, you’ll uncover the stories behind the city’s rich history, visit a historic home once occupied by Thomas Edison, sample a unique confection inspired by a Victorian actress, and trace the paths of the immigrants who shaped Louisville.
This tour typically sells out. Reserve your spot early and come hungry!
Additional Info
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!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We'll begin in NuLu Marketplace, to try a a dish with surprising Kentucky origins!
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.
What‘s Included
Taste bourbon balls, Kentucky-style fried chicken, Hot Brown gravy, and more
Authentic Kentucky cuisine served at multiple stops, equivalent to a full lunch
Small group for a more personalized experience
Fun & knowledgeable local guides
Bourbon barrel-aged craft beer tasting
Gratuities
Transportation
Options
Premium Bourbon Upgrade Ticket
Premium Bourbon Pours: Elevate your experience with 4 rare, top-shelf bourbon pours served throughout your tour.
Standard Food Tour Ticket
Food & Drinks: Enjoy delicious drinks and bites paired with fascinating stories from Louisville's checkered past.
Reviews
456 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Louisville Food Tour - Went solo and had a blast!
erinsA6850LK,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Allison was a great tour guide. Really bubbly and friendly personality. The food stops were great. Would have loved to do the whiskey pairing but I chose not to add that in. It looked good though!
Great Experience. Enjoyed it all!
B6006PFdaniellec,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Our guide Christina was so knowledgeable and passionate about louisville and NuLu! The tour provided great stops for traditional Kentucky foods. Walked through neighborhoods and really got a feel for the town. Christina suggested places to go and things to do while we were visiting. Hands down one of the best tour companies. They used microphones and we each got a headset so we could hear everything. Would absolutely use this tour company again!
Amazing food. Even better tour guide.
shanons847,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The food was perfect: so many options and new flavors. And even better than that: Allison was delightful. She was an amazing tour guide, personal, funny. Would take any tour she’s guiding.
Allison did a great job and made it very fun and interesting! Thank you!
Mary L,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I love all the history and the food was really good and tasty!
Secret and History Tour w/ Allison
669wheelerc,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recently went on a guided food tour led by Allison, and it was an amazing way to explore Louisville. The tour curated a thoughtful selection of local favorites, each offering something unique. From the first stop to the last, it felt like a journey through the culture and history, not just the cuisine. What stood out most was the variety. We sampled everything from pretzels and cheese to ice cream. Each stop came with a bit of storytelling—whether it was the history behind a family-owned restaurant or factoid of the area. That context made the experience feel richer and more memorable than eating at a chain restaurant. The pacing was also well-balanced. There was enough walking between locations to keep things from feeling overwhelming, and it gave us time to digest (both the food and the information). The portions were just right—satisfying without being excessive—so by the end, I felt pleasantly full rather than stuffed. Another highlight is Allison and that Louisville Food Tours is a local company. Her enthusiasm and knowledge really tied everything together. She wasn't just pointing out places to eat; she was connecting the dots between food, history, and local culture in a way that made the city feel more alive. Overall, I’d highly recommend a food tour to anyone visiting a new place or even locals looking to rediscover their own city. It’s a great mix of exploration, education, and, of course, delicious food.
Disappointing value for the cost
S9556DFkristas,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00This tour felt quite overpriced for what was offered—$155 per person including tip. There were six stops, but the portions and quality didn’t justify the cost: one breadstick, a half beer, small biscuits with gravy, a cup of soup that tasted like leftovers, a decent-sized chicken strip, two pieces of candy, and a scoop of ice cream. Overall, the food was nothing special, and I wouldn’t go out of my way to revisit any of the locations on their own. The tour guide was pleasant and very chatty throughout, but there weren’t many real “secrets of Louisville” shared, which was a bit disappointing given how the tour was marketed.
With every penny!!
I974Okinawa,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the best, most fun food and history tour we’ve been on. Cathy was very knowledgeable and funny. We had a small group which made it more fun and interactive.
Solo trip
Tammy R,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Katie made learning about a new city fun. The good was amazing. Went thos on my own talked to other people from different states very nice.
Give Katie a raise; she’s awesome
Thyme8,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katie was amazing! She ushered us through the streets making sure everyone was safe and well fed. Food stops were great and non-alcoholic drinkers and allergies were well handled. Would recommend this tour to anyone and ask for Katie. She deserves the accolades. I’ve been on many food tours around the world, and this one was a great one!
Great experience!
Z8196NYbethc,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katie was amazing! Such an enjoyable tour with friends!
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