Secrets of Louisville Food & History Tour

This walking tour tells the story of Louisville and Kentucky through its cuisine.

The original NuLu food tour offers a delicious introduction to the quintessential foods that define both Louisville and Kentucky. Stroll through the trendy NuLu and historic Butchertown neighborhoods while sampling famous dishes that originated right here in Louisville— from the foothills of Appalachia to the glitz and glamour of Prohibition-era Louisville. Sample delicious tastings of local foods and learn how each dish was shaped by Louisville's heritage and history.

This tour frequently sells out, so reserve your spot early.

What's Included

Is it a food tour or a history tour? The answer, of course, is both! This tour is the perfect blend of tastes and tales. Over the 3 hours you'll spend with us, you'll enjoy …

• 6 Delicious tastings representing Kentucky's heritage (come hungry)
• 1 Local craft beer
• The unfiltered history of two of Louisville's most historic neighborhoods
• Jokes that we proof-tested on other people first (probably)
• Audio headset (the better to hear your guide – and those jokes)

What's Not Included

• Guide gratuity
• Transportation

Accessibility

• 1.5 miles of walking, no hills or stairs, wheelchair friendly
• All ages are welcome, this is a family-friendly tour
• Due to our set menu and our restaurant partner's policies, we are unable to accommodate some food allergies. Please indicate your food restrictions when booking.

Know Before You Book:

• Tours are limited to 12 participants
• Tickets must be booked in advance
• Tours run at 1 PM and 1:30 PM Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
• Meet outside of 820 E Main Street in front of the giant, rainbow horse mural
• Tour is 3 hours
• All-ages and family friendly. Children under 2 do not need a ticket.