Step back in time to the era of hidden speakeasies, ghostly tales, and Louisville’s fascinating Prohibition history on the Phantoms of Prohibition walking food tour. Savor handcrafted cocktails, delectable bites, and unravel chilling ghost stories on this immersive and spine-tingling adventure.
Step back in time to the era of hidden speakeasies, ghostly tales, and Louisville’s fascinating Prohibition history on the Phantoms of Prohibition walking food tour. Savor handcrafted cocktails, delectable bites, and unravel chilling ghost stories on this immersive and spine-tingling adventure.
- Whiskey Row - Start the tour with a cocktail at a speakeasy hidden beneath Whiskey Row, taking a step back into the Prohibition era.
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Old Forester Distilling - Visit Old Forester Distillery on Whiskey Row, uncovering tales of the ghosts that haunt this historic area, and enjoy a stop at a nearby pub for snacks and a bourbon cocktail.
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- Whiskey Row - Start the tour with a cocktail at a speakeasy hidden beneath Whiskey Row, taking a step back into the Prohibition era.
- Old Forester Distilling - Visit Old Forester Distillery on Whiskey Row, uncovering tales of the ghosts that haunt this historic area, and enjoy a stop at a nearby pub for snacks and a bourbon cocktail.
- Seelbach Hotel - Discover the story of the famous bootlegger who inspired The Great Gatsby and explore Louisville’s connection to F. Scott Fitzgerald, along with the adventures of mobster Al Capone during his time in Louisville. Additionally, learn about a grisly murder whose victim’s spirit still lingers in this glamorous hotel near the lively 4th Street Live.
- Omni Louisville Hotel - Travel back to a Prohibition-era speakeasy and 1920s-style bowling alley to enjoy a Jazz Age cocktail and some delightful treats.
- The Galt House Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham - Conclude the food and cocktail tour by admiring Louisville’s skyline from above the city while enjoying a final drink and a delectable dessert.

- Fun & knowledgeable guides
- Spine-tingling ghost stories
- Fascinating untold tales from Louisville’s Prohibition past
- Small group for a more personalized experience
- Delicious Prohibition-era cocktails (mocktails available on request)
- Small bites served at multiple stops
- Fun & knowledgeable guides
- Spine-tingling ghost stories
- Fascinating untold tales from Louisville’s Prohibition past
- Small group for a more personalized experience
- Delicious Prohibition-era cocktails (mocktails available on request)
- Small bites served at multiple stops
- Gratuity
- Transportation
- Actual ghosts
- Gratuity
- Transportation
- Actual ghosts
Explore Louisville’s Prohibition history on this haunted walking food & cocktail tour in downtown Louisville!
Step back in time to Whiskey Row during the age of clandestine speakeasies to enjoy handcrafted Prohibition-era cocktails accompanied by delectable small bites. As you journey, uncover intriguing true tales of Prohibition: fierce bootleggers,…
Explore Louisville’s Prohibition history on this haunted walking food & cocktail tour in downtown Louisville!
Step back in time to Whiskey Row during the age of clandestine speakeasies to enjoy handcrafted Prohibition-era cocktails accompanied by delectable small bites. As you journey, uncover intriguing true tales of Prohibition: fierce bootleggers, whiskey distillers, mobsters, the Louisville roots of the Great Gatsby, and even an axe-wielding temperance advocate. You’ll also encounter eerie ghost stories that have left an imprint on the city’s storied past.
Our knowledgeable guides will whisk you away to the era of secret bars and underground festivities in Prohibition-era downtown Louisville. Part ghost tour, part Jazz-Age cocktail tour, this 3-hour immersive experience blends dinner and cocktails with thrilling ghost stories and a cast of vibrant characters from Louisville’s bootlegging history. You’ll depart with a taste of history—and perhaps a chill down your spine.
- This tour is 21+ and infants are NOT allowed per Kentucky law.
- Mocktail options available for non-drinkers, please message us to let us know.
- Please note that the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Suitable for all fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers roughly 1.5 miles of walking.
- Tours run in rain, shine, or snow unless weather becomes severe or constitutes a dangerous situation.
- 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.
- Louisville Food Tours is proudly locally owned and operated.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.