Secrets of Louisville: Food & History Walking Tour in NuLu

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

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 6 local eateries and enjoy 8 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, and a Prohibition-era Hot Brown gravy.

You'll also enjoy tastings of barrel-aged craft beer and a refreshing alcoholic slushy featuring Kentucky's beloved Ale8 soda.

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

Mocktail options available for non-drinkers and under-21 guests

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.

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‘s Included

Authentic Kentucky cuisine served at multiple stops, equivalent to a full lunch

Small group for a more personalized experience

Taste bourbon balls, Kentucky-style fried chicken, Hot Brown gravy, sorghum BBQ sauce, and more

Fun & knowledgeable local guides

Barrel-aged craft beer and 2 refreshing alcoholic slushies (mocktails also available)

Gratuities

Transportation

What To Expect

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East Market District

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.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable
2

Thomas Edison Butchertown House

Learn about Thomas Edison's time in Louisville, and the Southern Exposition's impact on the city.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Standard Food Tour Ticket

Food & Drinks: Enjoy delicious drinks and bites paired with fascinating stories from Louisville's checkered past.

Premium Bourbon Upgrade Ticket

Premium Bourbon Pours: Elevate your experience with 4 rare, top-shelf bourbon pours served throughout your tour.

Reviews

4.92

404 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great food and a bit of...

    Vicki S,

    Aug 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great food and a bit of history! Lots of food, come hungry. Katie was a wonderful guide, she made the tour easy and fun.

  • Good food

    Sandra A,

    Jun 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great experience, tour guide very nice and friendly to enjoy alone or in a group, Christine was amazing and the food places were great

  • Great food, great people

    Julianna S,

    Jun 2, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide was knowledgeable and fun. The food and drinks were excellent. We had a top notch experience.

  • NuLu foodie

    Tina J,

    May 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    You get your money’s worth! Don’t eat before you go. They have a good variety of Louisville staples and everything tasted great. If you are a foodie it’s always more interesting to know a little history behind the food and the area. This little tour does just that.

  • Don’t miss walking/food tour of Louisville

    Diana S,

    May 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great walking/food tour of Louisville! Come hungry, it’s a great sample of local food and drinks. Plus, some interesting history thrown in.

From $139.00

4.92
404 reviews