Beyond the Barrel: Walking Bourbon Food Tour with Food Pairings
Explore Louisville's bourbon heritage on a 3-hour walking tour. Visit top spots, savor paired bites and learn the untold stories of Kentucky's famed bourbon scene. A unique journey awaits.
10 meals
Experience Details
Uncover the secrets of Kentucky bourbon! Go beyond the barrel to dive into bourbon's storied history - and learn all the stories they won't tell you on a Kentucky Bourbon Trail distillery tour.
Visit award-winning restaurants, secret speakeasies, scenic rooftop bars, and intimate tasting rooms in NuLu. Trace the origins of bourbon whiskey from its roots in the Appalachian foothills to today's thriving bourbon scene, gaining a profound understanding of its cultural importance in Louisville, Kentucky and beyond.
Unlock bourbon's surprising versatility and depth of flavor through paired bites, pours, and cocktails, and land a few coveted tables at some of the most hard-to-book restaurants in town, including Nami by local celebrity Chef Edward Lee.
Perfect for both bourbon newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts, this guided walking tour offers an experience that you won't find at any bourbon distillery. Reserve your spot early to experience the world's only walking food & bourbon tour!
What You Get
Good To Know
- This tour can accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options. Please notify us in advance at least 24h before the tour start time if you have any dietary restrictions.
- Please note that the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Tours run in rain, shine, or snow unless weather becomes severe or constitutes a dangerous situation.
- Suitable for all fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers roughly 1 mile of walking.
- Mocktail options available for non-drinkers, please message us to let us know.
- This tour is 21+ and infants are NOT allowed per Kentucky law.
What You’ll Experience
East Market District
Taste Fine Wines & Bourbons (Pass By)
Nulu Market Place (Pass By)
Nami Modern Korean Steakhouse (Pass By)
Downtown (Pass By)
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting PointThe Last Refuge, East Market Street, Jefferson County Kentucky, United States, US, 40202
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End PointTempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu, East Jefferson Street, Jefferson County Kentucky, United States, US, 40202
Open in Google MapsCancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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10 meals
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