Exploring Lexington’s Historic Downtown: A Walking Food and History Tour
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Bites of the Bluegrass walking food and history tours (cocktail tours, too!) offer an entertaining and unique way to see the city through a fabulous afternoon dinner party! You’ll meet new friends, listen to fascinating stories, be drenched in southern hospitality, and leave stuffed full of delicious food and fond memories with this local five-star tour family!
TIP: Book your tour for the beginning of your trip! Our local team of extroverts will have your itinerary bursting with the best plans for dining, shopping, and attractions in the Bluegrass. The tricky part will be figuring out how to move here after!
Explore the flavors of Kentucky food culture. You'll indulge in 4-5 carefully curated, generous plates, so come hungry!
Listen to incredibly well-researched, inclusive histories from Kentucky's storied past. Even lifetime Lexingtonians will leave blown away from tales that have gone untold!
Stroll through rows of architecturally significant buildings and vibrant murals along our Lexington streets. Your eyes will dance, and you'll feel the history while exploring this nearly 250-year-old city.
Laugh and feel the hug of southern hospitality from your attentive guide! We will instantly welcome you, bring together new friends, and leave you with an experience to be remembered!
Find answers to commonly asked questions about our tours below:
We offer full refunds and exchanges up to 48 hours before a scheduled tour begins.
Yes! Gift cards can be purchased through this link:
We can definitely accommodate vegetarians, but are unable to accommodate vegan, dairy-free, or gluten-free diets. Please be sure to include any food allergies or vegetarian accommodations when booking your ticket because food is pre-ordered with our restaurant partners.
No, but suggested cocktails are available at each stop.
Typically, food tours are not a good idea for kids under 12 because tours are 3 hours in length with walking and standing. If you still feel like it’s something your under 12 kid would enjoy, let us know and we’ll offer a discounted ticket. Drink tour patrons must be 21+ with valid ID.
The 3 hour food tours include 5 small plates that will equal a satisfying lunch. The drink tour includes some heavy appetizers with 4 craft cocktails.
Public tours can include up to 12 people.
Yes, your tour guide will point out bathrooms at each stop.
All tours are under one mile of leisurely walking. There could be a hill.
Dress for comfort and wear walking shoes. Tours run rain, shine, or snow, so please check the weather and plan accordingly by bringing sunscreen, coat, or umbrella.
The deadline is two hours before scheduled tours.
No. Please show your appreciation with a tip if you feel your guide did a great job. Suggested tip is industry standard, 15-20%.
Lexington, KY
bitesofthebluegrass@gmail.com
859-420-9340
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