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Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghosts of Derby City

About this Experience

What you'll do:

Discover Louisville’s deepest, darkest secrets.

Step into the shadows of the past on a haunting history tour through the heart of downtown Louisville. As the sun sets and the city’s vibrant façade fades, you’ll uncover the sinister secrets and chilling tales that lurk behind the historic architecture & storied streets.

One part ghosts, one part grisly history that is, sadly, entirely true, this guided 1.5-hour walking tour through downtown Louisville unveils the deepest, darkest corners of Louisville’s gruesome past. Wander through dimly lit alleyways behind bustling Whiskey Row and along the shores of the murky Ohio River, where the echoes of bygone eras resound with tragic tales of the forlorn, the oppressed, the betrayed, and the ruthless.

Why we love it for your party:

  • 1.5-hour guided tour led by an expert storyteller

  • A cocktail at a haunted historic bar (mocktails, beer, or soda also available)

  • Spine-chilling ghost stories

  • Horrifying—but true—tales of Louisville’s dark past

  • Audio headset for a crystal-clear experience, no matter your pace

  • Two bathroom stops for your comfort

About this experience partner:

Locally owned and operated Louisville Food Tours is the #1 rated tour company in Louisville. Our award-winning tours tell stories about Louisville one bite at a time!

Additional information:

  • Distance: 1.5 miles, walking

  • Duration: 1.5 hours

  • Cocktails: 1 drink (included with ticket)

  • Capacity: 20 people max per tour

  • Stops: 2 bathroom stops

  • Time: Evenings, Tuesdays-Sundays.

  • Accessibility: Wheelchair friendly

  • Ages: 12+, due to content

Book This Experience

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Location

Louisville, KY

S 5th St & W Main St, Louisville, KY 40202, USA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a ghost tour or a true crime tour?

Both! This tour is both a dark history/true crime tour AND a ghost tour. In addition to the spirits who still lurk in the historic buildings of downtown Louisville, we’ll regale you with horrifying true stories from Louisville’s checkered past. You’ll find out why Louisville’s nickname was once the “Graveyard of the West” – and hear horrifying stories which are deeply researched and entirely true.

Is there food or drink on this tour?

Your ticket includes a cocktail at a haunted historic bar (mocktails, beer, or soda also available). You will select your drink from an exclusive set menu – ordering off-menu will be at your own expense and peril. This tour does not include food. Snacks are available for purchase at our second bathroom stop.

Are there any indoor stops on this tour, or bathroom breaks?

Yes. We will make two stops: first at a haunted bar for a cocktail, and a short bathroom stop midway through the tour at a small market where drinks and snacks are available for purchase.