Step into Old Louisville’s haunted streets with your camera in hand. This unique photo tour offers spooky stories, expert tips, and a welcome cocktail to kick off an unforgettable evening.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels—walking several blocks at a relaxed pace.
Wildlife
History
Old Louisville was established in the late 1800s and is one of the nation’s largest historic preservation districts, known for Victorian architecture and gas street lamps.
Conservation
Louisville Historic Tours promotes respectful visitation to preserve both the neighborhood’s architectural integrity and its unique ambiance.
Louisville Historic Tours
Step into Old Louisville’s haunted streets with your camera in hand. This unique photo tour offers spooky stories, expert tips, and a welcome cocktail to kick off an unforgettable evening.
Louisville Historic Tours is a locally owned tour company based in Louisville, Kentucky, offering guided walking experiences that highlight the history, architecture, and haunted lore of Old Louisville and downtown Louisville. The company provides an array of themed tours ranging from the Old Louisville Ghost Tour — locally owned and voted #1 since 2004 — to the award-winning 90-minute Original Old Louisville Walking Tour recommended by The New York Times.
Guides include local experts and storytellers such as David Domine (also billed as David Dominé), trained priestess Angelique, and photographer Jamie Lavinia Trie, who lead specialized experiences including paranormal investigations, true-crime walks, literary tours, and photography-focused outings. Signature offerings include the Glitter Ball City Walking Tour with a signed copy of A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY and a complimentary drink; the Paranormal Buff Supernatural Tour with EMF devices and surprises; and the Eerie Old Louisville Photo Tour featuring a welcome cocktail and hands-on photography tips.
Tours are available as public group walks and private bookings. Private options accommodate 1–20 people and include shorter 60-minute highlights or longer, in-depth two- to three-hour thematic tours. Routes focus on notable local landmarks such as the Conrad-Caldwell House (Conrad’s Castle), the Witches' Tree, the Pink Palace, Millionaires Row, the Venus Fountain, and other historically significant sites. Louisville Historic Tours emphasizes historically grounded storytelling and curated itineraries tailored to history buffs, paranormal enthusiasts, photographers, and visitors seeking a focused private experience.
Tours Offered
10
Walking tours across Old Louisville
Voted #1
Since 2004
Locally owned recognition
Private Capacity
1–20 people
Private tours for small groups
Featured Tour
90-minute original
Recommended by The New York Times
Secure ghost, history, or private walking tours with expert local guides — limited spots available nightly.
Bring Your Own Camera
Whether a smartphone or DSLR, bring your camera since no equipment is provided on the tour.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The tour involves walking several historic blocks on uneven sidewalks and cobblestones.
Minimum Age Is 21
Because of the included bourbon cocktail, all participants must be aged 21 or over.
Arrive Early
Meet 10 minutes before start time at Bucks' Restaurant & Bar to enjoy your welcome drink and start on time.
Camera or Smartphone
You’ll want a device capable of night photography to capture Old Louisville’s moody scenes.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Protect your feet for walking on older streets with uneven pavement and cobblestones.
Layered Clothing
Fall nights can be chilly; layers help you adjust as temperatures drop after sunset.
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Portable Tripod
A tripod can stabilize your camera for sharp low-light shots but isn’t necessary for cell phone photography.