Louisville, Kentucky

Kentucky
Bourbon Weekend
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Bourbon trail itineraries, curated dining, and nightlife — your complete guide to a long weekend in Louisville, April 2026.

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Tasting Routes
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Breakfast Spots
12
Dinner Options
10
Bars & Lounges
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Walkable

Ideal Day: Breakfast at Highland Morning → Bourbon Trail (Option 1 or 4) → Dinner at Jack Fry's → Cocktails at Epiphany

Bourbon Trail Itineraries

Saturday, April 18 · 4 people with car · Pickup 9:00 AM from 1703 Bardstown Rd · Return ~5:00 PM

Day-at-a-Glance Schedule

Confirmed Route
TimeStop
9:00 AMPickup — Louisville
10:15 AMPreservation Distillery
11:15 AMLunch at Heaven Hill
12:15 PMHeaven Hill — Single Barrel Tastings
1:00 PMWillett Distillery
2:40 PMBardstown Bourbon Company
5:00 PMArrival in Louisville
Planning tip: Confirm the Heaven Hill Whiskey Connoisseur tasting in advance — it may require a reservation. Preservation Distillery is walk-in. BBC patio is at guest expense (~$15–25/person for a flight).

Bourbon Trail in Action

Watch real visitors tackle the Kentucky Bourbon Trail — great for getting a feel for what to expect before your trip.

The ULTIMATE Guide — Bourbon Trail (Louisville)

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Kentucky Bourbon Trail — Amazing Tour Tips

A birthday trip to Kentucky covering Buffalo Trace, Castle & Key, Four Roses, the Hot Brown, Mint Juleps, and Churchill Downs.