The Secrets and Scandals of Old Louisville Tour

Let one of our trained guides show you a side of Old Louisville that many haven't discovered yet. You'll hear tales about locations where famous people lived and died and stop in front of houses with interesting backstories and hidden architectural features. You'll also learn about the places where some of the neighborhood's most infamous scandals and grisly crimes occurred while getting a good dose of local gossip. This 2-hour walk will include sweet treats as well as a short visit to view the stunning interiors of the Conrad-Caldwell House on secluded, tree-lined St. James Court. Also included are stops at the Witches' Tree, the Fountain Court, and the hidden Floral Terrace.

Ghost-hunting tour in Goodsprings, Nevada, with transportation to and from Las Vegas

Walk around the remains of an old Nevada mining town with your guide, who will share anecdotes about local ghost sightings

Use the provided ghost-hunting equipment to try to locate spirits at the Pioneer Saloon and Gallery

Enjoy dinner with your group at the Pioneer Saloon

What To Expect

Conrad-Caldwell House Museum (Conrad’s Castle)

Conrad’s Castle, as it was known, was built in 1893 and it counts as one of the most storied mansions in the Derby City.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Witches’ Tree

Learn why this famous tree is so gnarled and twisted!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Central Park

Learn the secrets behind this Olmsted-designed park at the heart of Old Louisville.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. James Court Fountain

Since the 1890s, this fountain featuring a statue of Venus rising from the sea has been the symbol of Old Louisville.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Filson Historical Society

Completed in 1905, this incredible Beaux Arts mansion is one of the most stunning on Old Louisville’s famed Millionaires Row.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Louisville

With more than a thousand mansions and Victorian homes spread out over 40 square blocks, Old Louisville teems with secrets and scandals.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Snacks

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