Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby in Louisville booking from $25.00

Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby

Overview

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 100 minutes without a bathroom, this is not for you!

City: Louisville

Tue 01 Oct

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What's Included

Guided Tour

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
FYI The starting point is in a transitional area where you might encounter panhandlers, homeless people, and people who don't look like you.
MUST BE ABLE TO WALK 100 MINUTES WITHOUT A BATHROOM BREAK!
Not recommended for visitors who have trouble walking longer distances
Regular temperature checks for staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
In keeping with local and CDC guidelines, we keep groups small and we encourage participants to wear masks. This guided walking tour is entirely outside and we maintain proper social distance.

What To Expect

The Filson Historical Society

Completed in 1905, the Ferguson Mansion only saw one family reside there in its intended capacity. In the 1920s, it became a well-known funeral home and remained as such until the 1980s, when "The Filson" moved its headquarters there. Contact their front desk to find out how to get inside.

Conrad-Caldwell House Museum (Conrad's Castle)

Constructed in the 1890s, "Conrad's Castle" is an impressive limestone Richardsonian Romanesque mansion the typifies Kentucky's Gilded Age. If you sign up for one of their tours (highly recommended!), be forewarned: you might encounter a ghost - or five.

Central Park

Designed by the same genius behind New York City's famous Central Park, this 14-acre green space is the breathing heart of Old Louisville. At night, it can be kind of spooky.

The Witches' Tree

Hear the story of why this tree is so gnarly and twisted, and why people adorn it with trinkets, beads, and good luck charms!

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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (553)

Tiffany_H

Sep 2021

Very interesting tour!! Loved walking around the area. The architecture of the homes and the way the neighborhoods were set up was a sight to see. So fun!

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Thanks for coming to Old Louisville! So glad you enjoyed your time with us...

Michael_S

Sep 2021

Great tour. A great mixture of history and ghost stories. David is an amazing story teller! Must see when visiting Louisville!

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed it. It was a pleasure having you as part of the tour.

Safari145350

Sep 2021

The tour was well organized and ran smoothly. David, the guide, was welcoming and punctual. He has a wealth of knowledge and many entertaining stories.. The homes in the neighborhood are impressive. We were a group of four and all enjoyed the experience. There was one issue, but that was out of David's control...noise. A few times during the tour an airplane flew over and we couldn't hear him and toward the end of the tour we walked through a park and stopped at the corner. There was live music happening in the park which also drowned out David at times. Again, not his fault Our tour did run over by about 15-20 minutes which made us late for our dinner reservation and the restaurant almost didn't seat us! Lesson here...eat before the tour. Definitely recommend this tour...just eat first and stay close to the guide!

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Thanks so much for coming to Old Louisville. It was a pleasure showing you around! Sorry we went over the scheduled 100 minutes!

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Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby

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