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Bourbon City Walking Tours

A spirited 3-hour guided journey through Whiskey Row and NuLu. 3 Iconic Distilleries. Curated Tastings. Insider History. 1.2 miles.

Guided Bourbon City Walking Tours

Explore our newest Louisville bourbon walking tours!

  • A Mint Julep Experiences Tour group listens to a tour guide at Rabbit Hole Distillery
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    Bourbon City Walking Tour

    Rabbit Hole, Whiskey Thief, Angel's Envy, WhistlePig

    Welcome to the global capital of America’s native spirit, Bourbon City. Our Bourbon City Walking Tour is an immersive three-hour adventure designed to take you behind the velvet ropes of Louisville’s most legendary distilleries. Led by a knowledgeable local expert, you’ll explore the craftsmanship and Prohibition-era lore that defines Whiskey Row. Between pours of signature expressions, you'll discover how mash bills, charred oak, and Kentucky limestone water create the distinct flavors of the Bluegrass.

    $59 Per Person

Our Public Walking Tours

  • The Experience

    Go behind the scenes of Whiskey Row on a curated journey through Downtown Louisville. Our Bourbon City Walking Tour offers an insider’s look at the distilling process, from the 'Angel's Share' to the science of limestone-filtered water. Led by a Certified Bourbon Steward, you’ll traverse the historic East Main Street corridor, connecting the heritage of Prohibition-era lore with the modern innovation of the NuLu (New Louisville) district.

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  • TOUR OPTIONS & ITINERARIES

    Morning Tour: The Early Pour

    10:00 AM: Depart from Louisville Slugger Baseball Field (via Pee Wee Reese Statue) home of the Louisville Bats.

    10:10 AM: Angel’s Envy – Discover urban distilling at its finest.

    11:00 AM: Rabbit Hole – Modern craft meets historic tradition.

    12:00 PM: Whiskey Thief – Unique tastes straight from the source.

    1:00 PM: Conclusion at Garage Bar in NuLu (Stay for wood-fired pizza!).

    Afternoon Tour: The Spirit of NuLu

    2:00 PM: Depart from Louisville Slugger Baseball Field (via Pee Wee Reese Statue) home of the Louisville Bats.

    2:10 PM: Whistle Pig – Explore the world of premium rye.

    3:00 PM: Rabbit Hole – Immersive architecture and bold flavors.

    4:00 PM: Whiskey Thief – Curated tastings and storytelling.

    5:00 PM: Conclusion at Garage Bar in NuLu (Stay for wood-fired pizza!).

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  • What's Included

    • Fully Guided & Curated: Your tour is led by a local expert (often a Certified Bourbon Steward) who shares Kentucky history, lore, and technical distilling knowledge.
    • 3 Guaranteed Distillery Experiences: Includes all pre-booked admission fees for a mix of full production tours and guided premium tasting flights.
    • Exclusive Partner Perks: Discounts at all distilleries.
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  • Departure information

    • Address: 401 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202.
    • Landmark Tip: Look for the Pee Wee Reese Statue at the corner of Main and Jackson St. We are a short walk from the Omni Louisville and Marriott Downtown.
    • Parking: We recommend the surface lot across from Slugger Field or the Main Street garage for easy access.

      For help with your booking, call 502-583-1433.
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  • Who This Tour is For?

    Perfect for: Bourbon enthusiasts, bachelor/bachelorette parties, corporate team building, and weekend travelers looking for a walkable Louisville experience without the need for a designated driver.

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Looking for a custom experience or itinerary?

Craft your own Bourbon Tour

Connect with one of our experience coordinators to tap into our local expertise and design a personalized bourbon or history tou tailored to your group, favorite bourbon brands, and interests.

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what our
guests say

Best Tour I’ve ever experienced!

First time on the Bourbon Trail, and I highly recommend going with Mint Julep Experiences to book your tour! Great day had by all, tour guide was very knowledgeable about the Louisville area and distilleries.

Becky R.

07/11/2024

Birthday Bourbon Trip!

My friend took treated me to a day tour for my birthday. It was top shelf and then some!!! Rabbit Hole (Louisville), Bulleit (Shelbyville), Buffalo Trace and a delicious lunch at Limewater (both in Frankfort). Tom R was our guide and he was excellent. Highly recommend Tom & Mint Julep! Professional, knowledgeable and just plain fun. And a shout out to our driver Nelson without whom we’d never made it to these super Kentucky distilleries

Margaret H.

12/02/2025

Great Bourbon-Great Tour

From planning to packing for the return home - Mint Julep was AWESOME! 10 of us had the idea to hit the Bourbon trail, but didn't want to drive. We found Mint Julep and connected with Jeannie who is the best, most detailed travel planner around. She knows the best tours, tastings and horse farms, and worked out the times and activities perfectly. When we got to Louisville, we met our driver Kenny. He is knowledgeable about Bourbon, Kentucky and so much more. For 2 days we sipped, tasted, toured, petted horses, learned about distilling, rik houses and thoroughbreds. The vans are clean and comfortable. We were dropped at the front door, helped in and out, provided with water, helped with purchases and more.
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Go and enjoy this experience...and book with Mint Julep-you'll have a blast!

Joanne M.

05/09/2024

Look no further! Book with Mint Julep!

I did 2 tours the first with Cindy and Gary the driver. I loved the tour. First class experience. Cindy is a great guide and Gary is a top driver! You couldn’t ask for more in the tour. We were taken round some amazing distilleries and truly looked after by Mint Julep. The second was with the amazing driver guide Dan. Dan’s knowledge and enthusiasm is amazing! He really went the extra mile in looking after us.

Ralph R.

02/02/2025

Best Tour I’ve ever experienced!

First time on the Bourbon Trail, and I highly recommend going with Mint Julep Experiences to book your tour! Great day had by all, tour guide was very knowledgeable about the Louisville area and distilleries.

Becky R.

07/11/2024

Birthday Bourbon Trip!

My friend took treated me to a day tour for my birthday. It was top shelf and then some!!! Rabbit Hole (Louisville), Bulleit (Shelbyville), Buffalo Trace and a delicious lunch at Limewater (both in Frankfort). Tom R was our guide and he was excellent. Highly recommend Tom & Mint Julep! Professional, knowledgeable and just plain fun. And a shout out to our driver Nelson without whom we’d never made it to these super Kentucky distilleries

Margaret H.

12/02/2025

Great Bourbon-Great Tour

From planning to packing for the return home - Mint Julep was AWESOME! 10 of us had the idea to hit the Bourbon trail, but didn't want to drive. We found Mint Julep and connected with Jeannie who is the best, most detailed travel planner around. She knows the best tours, tastings and horse farms, and worked out the times and activities perfectly. When we got to Louisville, we met our driver Kenny. He is knowledgeable about Bourbon, Kentucky and so much more. For 2 days we sipped, tasted, toured, petted horses, learned about distilling, rik houses and thoroughbreds. The vans are clean and comfortable. We were dropped at the front door, helped in and out, provided with water, helped with purchases and more.
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Go and enjoy this experience...and book with Mint Julep-you'll have a blast!

Joanne M.

05/09/2024

Look no further! Book with Mint Julep!

I did 2 tours the first with Cindy and Gary the driver. I loved the tour. First class experience. Cindy is a great guide and Gary is a top driver! You couldn’t ask for more in the tour. We were taken round some amazing distilleries and truly looked after by Mint Julep. The second was with the amazing driver guide Dan. Dan’s knowledge and enthusiasm is amazing! He really went the extra mile in looking after us.

Ralph R.

02/02/2025

The most
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  • Where does the tour meet?

    Location: Tours depart from the Louisville Slugger Baseball Field (401 E Main St).

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  • How Far do we Walk?

    Depending on route, the walk is between 1-1.5 miles.

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  • Is the tour rain or shine?

    Yes! This is a walking tour; please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

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  • How many people are on each tour?

    To ensure a premium, personal experience, we cap all walking tours at 8 guests max.

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  • Are tastings included in the price?

    Yes. Your $59 ticket includes all paid admissions and curated tastings at each of the three stops.

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