Louisville LGBTQ+ History and Culinary Tour
from
$179
Louisville
KY
1-12
people
price for
1 participant
3
hours
  • • Explore Louisville's LGBTQ+ Scene in The Highlands
  • • Savor a 3-Hour Culinary and Historical Journey
  • • Experience the Most Diverse LGBTQ+ Culture in Kentucky
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Embark on a delightful adventure with the Pride Plates Food Tour, a unique experience that blends Kentucky's rich culinary history with the vibrant stories of its LGBTQ+ community. This engaging journey through the heart of Louisville’s queer scene will not only satisfy your taste buds but also enrich your understanding of the past and present of LGBTQ+ culture in the area.

The tour begins in The Highlands, a charming neighborhood known for its eclectic vibe. Stroll through picturesque streets while savoring iconic Kentucky dishes like crispy fried chicken, creamy spoonbread, and the famous Louisville Hot Brown, each expertly paired with exquisite bourbon cocktails. Along the way, stories of trailblazing figures in Kentucky's queer history will unfold – from legendary drag queens of the Prohibition era to influential poets, writers, and activists who have shaped the state's LGBTQ+ landscape. As the tour concludes, a stop at one of Louisville's top gay bars offers the perfect opportunity to continue the celebration and enjoy your evening.

This Pride Plates Food Tour not only serves up delicious food and drinks but also makes for an unforgettable gift for friends, family, or that special someone in your life. Share a memorable experience that encapsulates both history and flavor, making it a thoughtful present for anyone who values culinary adventures and cultural exploration.

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Experience Overview:

Pride Plates Food Tour: A Taste Of Kentucky’s Queer History

Come out with us on an unforgettable journey through Louisville's LGBTQ+ past and present, while enjoying delicious bites and drinks in The Highlands, the heart of the city’s queer scene!
As we walk through the charming, tree-lined streets of the historic Cherokee Triangle, you'll savor iconic Kentucky dishes like fried chicken, spoonbread, and a Louisville Hot Brown, all perfectly paired with bourbon cocktails.

Along the way, you'll discover the rich and diverse history of Kentucky's queer community, from a trailblazing Black drag queen from the Prohibition era to the poets, writers, and activists who shaped Kentucky’s LGBTQ+ legislature and culture. You'll end your tour at one of the city's best gay bars, where the rest of your night will begin!

Meeting Point

1321 Bardstown Rd

1321 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40204, USA

Meet outside of the restaurant.

What's included:

  • In-person English Guide

Not included:

  • Transportation

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Louisville

Louisville, Kentucky

Explore The Highlands, one of Louisville’s oldest neighborhoods – and its most quirky. As the gay epicenter of Louisville, it’s also home to the annual Louisville Pride Festival, and several of Louisville’s best gay bars – in fact, your tour will leave you right by them to continue your evening!

3 hours

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Participants must be 21+

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Louisville Food Tours

Product SKU: US-6480-0007
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Louisville LGBTQ+ History and Culinary Tour

Louisville
KY
1-12
people
price for
1 participant
3
hours
  • • Explore Louisville's LGBTQ+ Scene in The Highlands
  • • Savor a 3-Hour Culinary and Historical Journey
  • • Experience the Most Diverse LGBTQ+ Culture in Kentucky
or

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