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

Sat 05 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)

Michiganmama72

Apr 2021

Booked a Wednesday evening tour for 7:30pm. Received a text around 4pm letting us know that storms were expected and were unsure if the tour would happen. They stayed in constant contact and finally gave us the option to continue with the tour, reschedule or cancel our reservation with our money back. Although the reservation indicated there were no refunds and it was a’ rain or shine event’ they offered us the choice on whether to continue or not. Finally at 6:30pm we decided to cancel our tour due to the rain and lightning. Unbeknownst to us the weather seemed to clear up just in time for the tour but per our discretion we canceled. Although I cannot give the rating for the tour itself, the staff that are handling the tours are top notch. Great communication. (Also, they knew some bookings were for individuals that could Not reschedule their tour so they were willing to accommodate them with the tour anyway). Very thorough with information.

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Thanks so much for booking a tour with us! Let's hope the weather cooperates the next time you're back in town! Safe travels!

Jennifer_F

Apr 2021

David, our guide, was very knowledgeable about the history of Old Louisville and was a great storyteller. The tales, coupled with a close-up view of the amazing architecture made for a great experience.

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Thank you so much for coming to Old Louisville!

Tanya_D

Apr 2021

David was such an awesome story teller. It was interesting hearing about the different ghost sightings and even the different types of ghosts. My only regret, doing the tour on our last night. We would have loved to go see some of the sights during the day like St James-Belgravia District.

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Thanks, Tanya! So glad you found us in Old Louisville!

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

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