Phantoms of Prohibition: Ghosts, Cocktails, & Bites Tour
Guests walk along downtown Louisville's historic Whiskey Row to explore hidden speakeasies and learn the city's checkered Prohibition past. The guided route features four handcrafted Prohibition-era cocktails paired with small bites and food tastings. Along the way, visitors hear local ghost stories, mobster lore, and the real-life origins connecting Louisville to The Great Gatsby.
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Tickets
$149-$179.
Hours
Tuesdays–Fridays at 5:00 PM and 5:30 PM; the tour lasts approximately 3 hours and ends around 8:00–8:30 PM.
Ages
21+
Food & Drink
The tour includes four handcrafted Prohibition-era cocktails and three food tastings, with non-alcoholic mocktails available at every stop.
Parking
The tour ends at a different location from where it starts. The page strongly recommends taking an Uber or Lyft rather than driving. Paid parking garages are available downtown near the starting point; street parking meters are free after 6 PM. Plan how to return to your car.
Accessibility
The tour covers approximately 1.5 miles along flat sidewalks and is wheelchair accessible.
Pets
Service animals are welcome; pet dogs cannot join public tours.
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Tips & Advice
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour covers roughly 1.5 miles on foot.
- Plan to take a rideshare like Uber or Lyft, because the tour concludes roughly a 10-minute walk away from where it starts.
- Be sure to bring a valid ID, as all tour guests must be at least 21 years old.
Special Events & Promotions
- Tour departures are offered at 5:00 PM or 5:30 PM, Tuesday through Friday; specific dates and times vary by season and availability.
Links & Contact
Run by Louisville Food Tours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can non-drinkers attend the tour?
Yes, non-alcoholic craft mocktails are available at every stop alongside the food tastings.
Is this a paranormal investigation or ghost hunt?
No, this is a storytelling tour combining history and ghost tales rather than an active paranormal investigation with ghost-hunting gear.
What is included with the ticket?
Tickets include four handcrafted cocktails (or mocktails), food tastings at multiple stops, priority venue seating, an audio headset to hear the guide, and a 20% gratuity for the bar and restaurant staff.
What is the maximum group size?
Public tours are capped at 12 guests to ensure an intimate, personalized experience.
Are photos taken during the tour?
Yes, tour guides take photos and snapshots throughout the evening that are sent directly to guests' phones.
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