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Walking Ghost Tour in Louisville

22 Reviews 4.32 out of 5 stars Based on 22 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Louisville, USA
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Explore the shadow-filled streets of downtown Louisville during this 90-minute walking tour. Dressed in historic period costume, your lantern-bearing guide will lead you through the dark mysteries and supernatural experiences of some of Louisville’s most haunted landmarks. Whether you are on vacation, visiting with a church or school group, or an avid ghost hunter looking for a night of spooky, historic fun, our ghost tour is perfect for you. On this tour you will learn about the Seelbach Hotel's ghost the Lady in Blue, the bizarre haunted past of the Brennan House, and the poltergeists of the Old City Jail. Come discover why we have been one of Derby City's most popular tours for over 15 years.

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  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Gratuities
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400 South 4th Street
Louisville, KY 40202, USA

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Jefferson County Jail (Louisville, Kentucky)

Your tour guide will lead you to the Old City Jail, also known as the Jefferson County Jail, built in 1905 was an architectural triumph landing it on the National Register of Historic Places, but it’s the dark and violent history of the the old jail that has led to several sightings of prisoner’s specters over the years.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

448 S 5th St

Once the site of Dr William McDowell, the home known to locals as the Old House, this is the oldest residence in Downtown Louisville. The Doctor tried a variety of failed experiments to treat tuberculosis with his patients during the mid 1800s. Their emaciated ghosts still haunt this home today.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Seelbach Hotel

The 4 diamond Seelbach Hotel has an amazing guest list including F. Scott Fitzgerald, several U.S. Presidents, Muhammad Ali and was a favorite hangout for gangster Al Capone. But the most enigmatic guest is Derby City’s most famous ghost, the Lady in Blue. The guide will explore her true tragic past and her hauntings of the present.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vital Sites at The Brennan House

Built by a local distiller named Thomas Brennan, this historically preserved home was the residence for the both brilliant and bizarre Brennan family for many years. Several of the peculiar family’s ghosts haunt visitors to this very day.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Brown Hotel

This hotel has seen its fair share of tragedy and fame. It was in this hotel’s kitchen that a Kentucky favorite dish, known as the “Hot Brown,” was created. But its the ghost of the hotel’s owner, James Graham Brown, that is rumored to haunt the halls of his beloved hotel.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Louisville Palace Theatre

Theaters are famous for having ghosts, and the Palace Theatre is no different. Haunted by a variety of ghosts and mysteries, the guide will explore its history and unravel the true identities of the spirits haunting this century old theatre.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Walking Ghost Tour in Louisville?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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