Taste cocktails and small plates on a guided Distillery District walk
2.5 to 3 Hours
Food stops, cocktails, guide
Explore Lexington’s Distillery District on a guided food and history tour with cocktails and small plates along the way. You’ll stay within a single downtown block, so it’s an easygoing walk.
Ages 21+ with valid photo ID for alcohol; mocktail option available for ages 18+. Gratuities for your tour guide are not included. Tours take place rain or shine.
Cancel up to 48 hours before your tour date for a full refund. Within 48 hours, your space is guaranteed and cannot be refunded or re-booked for a different date. No refunds for no-shows, late arrivals, or early departures.
Join if you are 21+ and bring a valid photo ID if you plan to drink alcohol. If you are 18+, you can join with the mocktail option.
Yes. Scan the QR code in the parking lot and enter your license plate to start your free parking session. Your guide can help you extend your free parking during the tour.
No. Gratuities for your tour guide are not included in the ticket price.
RELIC, 1170 Manchester Street Lexington, Kentucky 40508
With a perfect track record across hundreds of tours, this Lexington food experience consistently delivers on all fronts. Guides like Elena, Caroline, Kat, and Erin earn enthusiastic praise for weaving fascinating local history into the culinary journey, making the walks between stops just as engaging as the food itself. Reviewers repeatedly emphasize how knowledgeable and personable these guides are, with many mentioning the thoughtful touches like personalized recommendation lists and accommodations for dietary needs. Come very hungry. Nearly every review mentions the surprisingly generous portions, with several people admitting they couldn't finish everything and had to skip dinner afterward. The restaurant stops showcase excellent local spots, and the experience works well whether you're visiting from out of town or already live in the area. Even when only two people show up, tours still run as scheduled, which past-burned travelers especially appreciate. The warehouse district tours and bourbon-focused options both get equal enthusiasm from participants.
Great food, drinks and experience! I’m a proud Kentuckian for life, and still got to learn pieces of history I didn’t know.
Brooke Stivers
February 16, 2026
Great food, drinks and experience! I’m a proud Kentuckian for life, and still got to learn pieces of history I didn’t know.
Brooke Stivers
February 16, 2026