The Glitter Ball City Walking Tour
5
What is Travelers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travelers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travelers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
About
Ages 18-99, max of 12 per group
Duration: 120–150 minutes
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
More
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Autographed Copy of A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY
- Glitter Ball City Souvenir!
- A Sweet Treat!
- Entry/Admission - Old Louisville
What's not included- Entry/Admission - Conrad-Caldwell House Museum (Conrad's Castle)
- Entry/Admission - The Filson Historical Society
- Entry/Admission - Louisville
- Start:
- Birdie &Vi’s, 622 W Magnolia Ave, Louisville, KY 40208, USAGet to Birdie & Vi's Fleatique (622 W Magnolia Ave, Louisville, KY 40208) 10-15 minutes early so you can browse the antiques! Then meet DAVID at the bar and enjoy a cider or one of 72 beers on him. Make sure to say hello to Mr. Lewis! There is usually plenty of free street parking.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Service animals allowed
- Stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 246721P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not recommended for visitors with mobility issues
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 246721P3
Similar experiences
Itinerary
- 622 W Magnolia Ave, Louisville, KY 40208, USAGet to Birdie & Vi's Fleatique (622 W Magnolia Ave, Louisville, KY 40208) 10-15 minutes early so you can browse the antiques! Then meet DAVID at the bar and enjoy a cider or one of 72 beers on him. Make sure to say hello to Mr. Lewis! There is usually plenty of free street parking.
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
About the operator
Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
- 217aj0 contributionsBeautiful architecture and spooky storiesBrenda was our walking tour guide and she knew all the stories as if she lived through them!!! Highly recommend this hour and a half tour!Written October 14, 2024
- Bubenny50 contributionsGreat Louisville Fall activityWe went on this tour as 2 couples and really enjoyed our time. It was a beautiful walk with great stories. Gabe was a fantastic guide. Highly recommend.Written October 12, 2024
- Kimmcook0 contributionsGet the inside scoop on Old LouisvilleDavid was a great guide: very knowledgable and entertaining. A great way to spend and hour and a half in Old Louisville! I'm looking forward to reading his books.Written October 12, 2024
- T2542IVshaunn0 contributionsBest in LouisvilleQuinton did an amazing job! Very theatrical and thorough. This was my second time and I will go back again next year and even maybe again this year.Written October 6, 2024
- Go6662240 contributionsOver The TopOur Traveling Book Club thoroughly enjoyed our tour which was lead by the author of the book we read before coming to Louisville, Ghosts of Old Louisville. The mansions and hidden walkways were gorgeous! Highly recommend this tour.Written October 6, 2024
- Camper313813901490 contributionsAwesome tour!They spout us up and I think we got Gary, He was great! You could tell he wasn’t just reading from a script. He was into the stories himself. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour!Written October 6, 2024
- Huskersally0 contributionsOne outstanding walking tour of Louisville’s historic district!David, our guide, is so knowledgeable about Louisville and its history. He is friendly, loves questions, and exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend this tour!Written October 5, 2024
- Victoria F0 contributionsHistoric Louisville with teensWe attended the 9am Old Louisville walking tour with Angelique. It was awesome. Angelique was the perfect informative guide. She is a great storyteller. The tour was just the right length and we saw so much. The art festival was going on today but it didn’t inhibit the quality of our tour. I highly recommend this tour.Written October 5, 2024
- MitchMB0 contributionsFantastic walking tourDavid was our tour guide. He was fantastic. Our group had only 5 people, including myself and my wife. When we visit a new city, we like to take a walking tour of the downtown area to obtain a better understanding of the history of the area. This tour did not disappoint. In fact, it was one of the best tours we have ever taken thanks to David’s thoughtful choice of tour route combined with his intimate knowledge of the history of the area, his wonderful communication style and his friendly personality. This is definitely a “must do” for anyone wanting insight to the history of Louisville.Written October 2, 2024
- 777alym0 contributionsA spooktacular tourQuinton was an excellent tour guide, just the perfect blend of humor and history. It felt like we were there with some of the stories she told. I can't recommend this enough, she made sure everyone could hear and felt welcome.Written September 30, 2024
- Tina S0 contributionsGREAT!!AWESOME!!!! This is a must!! Angelic was great. She told stories about each home that were detailed with stories and adventures. Nothing scary so don’t let that stop you!! Interesting history of the things that happened back in the 1800’s and early 1900’s.Written September 30, 2024
- brandicW8574IL0 contributionsExcellent TourQuinton was an incredible guide! We learned so much and were fascinated with the information given. I will definitely recommend!Written September 28, 2024
- E9675EHmicheller0 contributionsFun timeOur tour guide, Brenda, was very knowledgeable and told us lots of great stories about Old Louisville and its ghosts. We enjoyed the tour greatly.Written September 22, 2024
- P5835UNheatherk0 contributionsNeed more GOREPresenter was very knowledgeable. The houses and neighborhood were historic. Content too rated G. I would have liked more “malicious” stories / actors.Written September 22, 2024
- M7288IKjustinh0 contributionsTerrible area very dangerous the neighbors warned us to leave from the apartments close by.Owner will attack if you write a negative review call you a liar or racist. Point blank I understand it’s a small business but do not go alone or be prepared for a rough area. Go ahead David get mad it’s trueWritten September 20, 2024
These reviews are the subjective opinions of Tripadvisor members and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
5.0
8 reviews
Excellent
7
Very good
1
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0
Erin C
Lewes, DE1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Friends
David did a great job! He explained Old Louisville’s history, scandals and gossip. He was open to questions and was generous with drinks and gifts. Highly recommend!
Written September 26, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you! I had a great time showing you around the neighborhood!
Written September 27, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Shana M
3 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We had the best experience! Our guide, (the author of the book) was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, and every detail of the tour was meticulously thought out. We can't wait to book the other tours that he offers!
Written July 9, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you! I had a great time showing you around Old Louisville, one of the main characters in A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY! Looking forward to seeing you back in the neighborhood soon!
Written July 9, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Undecidedtraveler
KY6 contributions
Apr 2023
A walking tour of Old Louisville is lovely. Add in the details of a twisted murder in one of the old mansions and you have a delightful adventure. David Domine, our tour guide is an amazing storyteller. His extensive knowledge of the area brings to life one of the strangest crimes to happen in Glitter Ball City.
Written April 22, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thanks so much! I had such a great time showing you the neighborhood sites in the book and sharing lots of back story. Looking forward to seeing you back in Old Louisville soon!
Written April 24, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Marsha P
Truth or Consequences, NM3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
A chilly, drizzly evening in November, a perfect backdrop for a murder tour. David; our tour guide and author of the book was energetic, fun and full of stories of old Louisville. He regaled us with gossip, ghost stories, witches, his own personal stories and historical events of the mansions in the neighborhood. Our tour ended with a very special visit into one of the restored mansions. We were greeted by a handsome gentleman and welcomed into his fabulous home. Exquisitely appointed, warm and welcoming, I could almost hear the laughter and jocularity of Derby parties and grand dinner events. The owner was inviting and charming, I was envious of the life he has built for his family. A great evening that started with a bourbon, a really cute glitterball necklace and ended with a signed copy of David’s book. Once I finish the book, I will do the tour again.
Written November 21, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thanks so much! I had a blast showing you around Old Louisville and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Written November 21, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Raymond G
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Friends
It was so great to see the spots I read about in A DARK ROOM IN GLITTER BALL CITY up close and in person! After reading the book, I knew I had to visit the Derby City and it did not disappoint. And even better, author David Dominé himself was our guide! He’s personable and knowledgeable, and the Old Louisville neighborhood came to life as he shepherded us through back alleys and around the hidden gems of this quirky district. We saw the corner of “Fourth and Crazy” and the house where he used to live and where he started writing his books about Old Louisville. We had a HAPPY BALL bourbon candy on the way and even got a quick look inside one of the local houses. We started with a complimentary brew at a great little “fleatique” and we ended there, where each participant received their own personalized copy of the book. Great value for the money! And I made sure to buy a GLITTER BALL CITY tee from the shop afterward to support a locally owned business. The 2 1/2 hours flew by!
Written April 1, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for joining me in Old Louisville! Come back soon!
Written April 2, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
No questions have been asked about this experience
*Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.