Explore The Haunts And Hauntings Of Old Louisville In Broad Daylight On This Only-In-Kentucky Tour
By Sarah McCosham|Published February 15, 2023
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Old Louisville is one of the most beautiful and historic places in Kentucky. All over the city, there are neighborhoods full of beautiful estates and stately homes that glimmer as brightly today as they did over a hundred years ago. It is one of the most acclaimed historic districts in the U.S., which, of course, has caused many a “haunted” rumor to spread over the years. If you’re looking to discover the haunted side of Old Louisville, there’s a one-day tour (in broad daylight!) sure to stoke and satisfy your curiosity about this legendary and historic Kentucky neighborhood.
Old Louisville is a remarkably well-preserved historic district in Kentucky that's home to impressive Victorian mansions that trace back to wealthy families in the 1800s.
With age comes wisdom -- and a few ghost stories, of course. And on an Old Louisville Ghost Tour, folks are invited to indulge their curiosity and learn about some of the area's most fascinating ghost stories and legends. This 1 hour and 40 minute excursion explores the haunted past of the neighborhood -- with a guide who delights in sharing the spookiest lore and legends, of course.
This tour stops at several points of interest, including the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and the Filson Historical Society, two commanding buildings that look a bit less nefarious in broad daylight!
Perfect for folks of all ages, rumor has it that even hard-to-please-teenagers even enjoy this walking tour of Old Louisville. Advertised for folks from 6-99, the excursion is flat and more of a leisurely stroll than "hike," making it an accessible tour option for families.
While Louisville is known for its charming Victorian homes and legendary attractions, there is a darker side to the neighborhood that's positively, frightfully delightful. In fact, you'll want to keep an eye out for a certain tree that has long been haunting residents at the corner of Sixth Street and Park Avenue...
...the infamous Witches' Tree! As the story goes, in 1889, local witches warned the city that they would pay dearly if they cut down this sprawling tree for the annual May Day celebration. The committee didn't listen, and, well, were true to their word, putting a curse on the city.
If curses and vengeful witches don't spook you, there's even an option to take the tour late, like after 9 p.m. Because truly, there is nothing that quite compares to exploring Old Louisville at dusk!
Would you be brave enough for this haunted tour of Old Louisville? The tour is in broad daylight, which might embolden you to go on a little ghost-hunting adventure in Kentucky!
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