What to do and see in Kentucky, United States: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Come along with Miller Transportation as we explore America’s native spirit, Bourbon.  This 4-hour all inclusive experience includes luxury transportation from downtown Louisville to one distillery along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, a distillery tour, tasting, light refreshments and admission to the Frazier Museum, the official start of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail where you can explore the new "Spirit of Kentucky" exhibit.

Inclusions: Your tour purchase includes everything to make your experience a once in a lifetime opportunity., Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore the streets where the mob made their millions, gamblers lost their lives, and ladies of the night earned their reputations. Join our gangster guides for a raucous, high energy tour to explain the historical significance of Newport, and discover how this little town gave birth to the modern day gaming industry. Our Newport Gangster Tours is one of the most popular greater Cincinnati tours and a must-do for any history buff.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Parking

We provide private tour services for as few as two guests and as many as twenty guests. Our guides are personable and very well trained. All of them reside in the central Kentucky area so have knowledge of the best spots to visit during your stay. As we have 3 venues listed, during the pandemic we have been able to modify based upon the venues availability and have alternative venues available.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

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!

Inclusions: Certified Guide

Exclusions: Private transportation

THE ONLY BOURBON TOUR IN THE UNITED STATES OFFERED FROM THE WATER! The perfect addition to any Kentucky Bourbon Trail visit! Just read our reviews! We operate in Frankfort Kentucky. We offer guided historical tours of the Kentucky River, and take a different look at bourbon and how the river helped make it what it is. Tours run approx. 50 minutes and are filled with history, river lore and FUN!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Soda/Pop

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

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!

Inclusions: Certified Guide

Exclusions:

March through November, daily; limited dates in the off-season! Impressive Victorian mansions and quirky residents have earned national attention for Old Louisville, where bourbon barons, racetrack royalty, and titans of tobacco settled in the 1800s. This narrated walk comes from books by David Dominé, who often guides groups himself. Tales involve personal experiences and neighborhood gossip. The New York Times recommends this as the first thing to do during a visitor's "36 Hours in Louisville." You'll also learn about A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY, David's next book—out in October 2021! Specializing in "America's Most Haunted Neighborhood," we depart from the corner of Fourth and Ormsby, at the transitional edge of the neighborhood. If you love old architecture and spooky history, this is the tour for you! If you do not like an up-and-coming neighborhood with a diverse racial make up, this tour is not for you! If you can't go 90 minutes without a bathroom, this is not for you!

Inclusions: Guided Tour

Exclusions: Private transportation

March through November, daily; limited dates in the off-season! Impressive Victorian mansions and quirky residents have earned national attention for Old Louisville, where bourbon barons, racetrack royalty, and titans of tobacco settled in the 1800s. This narrated walk comes from books by David Dominé, who often guides groups himself. Tales involve personal experiences and neighborhood gossip. The New York Times recommends this as the first thing to do during a visitor's "36 Hours in Louisville." You'll also learn about A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY, David's next book—out in October 2021! Specializing in "America's Most Haunted Neighborhood," we depart from the corner of Fourth and Ormsby, at the transitional edge of the neighborhood. If you love old architecture and spooky history, this is the tour for you! If you do not like an up-and-coming neighborhood with a diverse racial make up, this tour is not for you! If you can't go 90 minutes without a bathroom, this is not for you!

Inclusions: Walking tour, Certified guide

Exclusions: Private transportation

Immerse yourself in the rich history and heritage of 3 Kentucky bourbon craft distilleries on this truly unique private sightseeing tour. Relax and sip rare spirits with distillers and expert guides knowing the driving and logistics are managed by your dedicated host. Your personally committed local chauffeur/host will guide you throughout the day to ensure a truly impeccable day trip. They will lead you to 3 distilleries known for their small batch crafted bourbons. Three Boys Farm, Stitzel-Weller and Kentucky Artisan Distillery home of Jefferson’s Reserve Bourbon. From tastings straight from the barrel at Three Boys Farm to behind the scenes experiences at the famous prohibition-era Stitzel-Weller Distillery your group will see it all! Tastings, tours, and a base gratuity are included in cost. Depending on your itinerary and groups individual diet restrictions we plan a lunch respectively. Lunch and distillery gift shop purchases are not included in cost.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Only +18 years old allowed, Soda/Pop, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch will be planned but not paid in advance

With no in-person contact, our smartphone-guided tour brings the real facts and stories behind Downtown Louisville to life with the quality of a personal private tour crafted by Louisville locals. We've taken the same stops and sights we share with our friends and families when they come to town, and created an interactive web-based tour. Read the stories behind the city, answer questions about what you've seen to reveal fun facts, and experience what makes Downtown Louisville incredible! Purchase your tour and then navigate to our website to enter your access code and launch the tour. You can either start immediately or create an account and come back when you've reached the starting location and are ready to explore.

Inclusions: 24/7 support by phone or email, Family friendly stops and questions, Easy-to-use web interface

Exclusions: But, we'll point you to some of our favorite places to get some!, Admissions fees to museums highlighted on our tour