Louisville Like a Local
How We Roll
We skip the 50-person bus for a cozy van and local strolls. Our tours blend the ease of driving with the intimacy of a walking tour, bringing you deep local stories, hidden neighborhood gems, and the best Louisville has to offer.
The complete CITY OVERVIEW
The Grand Tour
The essential "Best of" to our city. On The Grand Tour we'll drive to all the hits in Louisville and hop out to explore. The Grand Tour is the perfect tour for those who want to "deep dive" into Louisville history.
Starting in downtown by the Ohio river, we'll learn about the beginnings of life in Kentucky and the wild frontier before the birth of the United States and the essential role Louisville played in "winning the west" during the revolutionary war.
After our time in downtown we'll drive through Nulu our Soho of the south for a glimpse of modern day Louisville and our booming local culture.
After Nulu, no trip to Louisville is complete without a trip to Cave Hill Cemetery our historic Victorian Era cemetery full of local legends from Muhammad Ali to Colonel Sanders. Here, we'll learn more about Louisville during the Civil War and individuals who made their mark on Louisville and the world.
After visiting Cave Hill, no tour of Louisville would be complete without a visit to the Highlands neighborhood for a lunch stop at one of our amazing local restaurants. we'll learn about Weird Louisville and our eclectic side as we sample some of the best food Louisville has to offer.
No tour of Louisville will be complete without a visit to the iconic Churchill Downs the home of the Kentucky Derby for a quick photo stop and some racing history. We'll learn what makes this site so iconic and historical and a must see in Louisville.
Lastly, we'll visit the historic Old Louisville neighborhood for a stroll through the largest collection of Victorian Era housing still standing in the United States where we'll learn about the gilded age of Louisville and the boom and bust of life on the Ohio River.
See the big landmarks and learn the legendary stories that put us on the map.
Ideal for: First-timers and history buffs who want the complete city picture.
3- 3.5Hours • Morning-Afternoon • Moderate Walking
LEARN WHAT MADE LOUISVILLE
The History Tour
The History Tour is the best way to learn about Louisville on a time budget. We'll start in downtown by the Ohio River where we'll learn about the founding of Louisville, the importance of Whiskey & Tobacco and what made Louisville the "gateway to the south".
We'll then hop in the van and visit the Old Louisville neighborhood the home of the largest continuous collection of Victorian era houses still standing in the United States for a stroll. While in Old Louisville we'll learn about the movers and shakers of Louisville's past and what makes this neighborhood a hidden gem of our city.
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And of course, no history tour of the city would be complete without a stop at Churchill Downs the home of the Kentucky Derby, we'll stop and learn what makes this race and race track so iconic in American history and a quick souvenir run.
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Ideal for: History buffs who want to deep dive into the story of Louisville on a time budget.
• 1.5 to 2 Hours • Afternoon • Light walking
Beer & Science
The Hops in the Van Tour
On The Hops in the van tour we'll explore the art of brewing while visiting three local breweries while sampling along the way.Â
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At our first brewery Against the Grain we'll learn about the art of beer brewing at Louisville's largest brewery. We'll get an up close look at their massive 60 beer barrel brew house that is off limits to the public. Every guest will also get a 4 pack of Against the Grain beer to-go as nothing beats fresh beer right off the canning line.
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At our second brewery Butchertown Brewing we'll kick back and sample some beer while garbing a pizza from Danny Mac's pizza. Butchertown Brewing is the perfect place to explore the variety of Beer with their selection of "beer flavored beer" and "dessert beer"
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At our final stop Awry Brewing we'll kick back with a pint or two of their classic beers and soak up some local vibes in their quintessential neighborhood pub. Beer is serious business, but that is about the only thing serious at Awry as everyone is encouraged to check out their collection of art... including the restrooms.
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The hops in the van tour is the perfect way to learn more about the city, and its brew culture one beer at a time and a great evening out and about in the city of Louisville.
*Food and Drink are Included.
*includes 4 pack of beer to go and much more...
*21 and over only and must have valid I.D.
Ideal for: Locals or tourist looking for a great evening of Chill vibes, Beer, food and Brew Science
3 to 3.5 Hours • Evening • Local Vibes
Small Groups, Big Stories
Local Guides
Forget the scripted megaphones, large groups and impersonal tours. We are Louisvillians who want to share the secrets and stories that only a neighbor would know. Now you have a friend in the city.
Van Comfort
Trade the bus fumes for a climate-controlled, cozy ride. Our small-group van allows us to navigate narrow historic alleys and park exactly where the action is, so we can see the sights up close and personal.
Personalized Pace
We bridge the gap between a bus and a walking tour. We stop often, explore deeper on foot when it matters, and keep things flexible based on the group's curiosity.
"Best way to see the ville! Small groups and local stories made all the difference."
— Jordan S., Bourbon Enthusiast
"Felt like exploring the city with an old friend. The van was so comfy!"
— Amanda L., Weekend Visitor
"Deep local knowledge and zero big-bus vibes. Exactly what we wanted."
— Marcus D., History Buff