The Glitter Ball City Walking Tour with Bestselling Author David Dominé

True Crime Walking Tour of Old Louisville with David Domine

Step into the haunting elegance of Old Louisville on a narrated walking tour that explores one of the city’s most gripping true crime stories. Led by author and guide David Domine, this immersive experience retraces the events surrounding a shocking murder case that once captivated the city and later inspired a widely praised memoir. As you walk through tree-lined Victorian streets filled with grand historic homes, your guide brings the investigation, courtroom drama, and real-life accounts to life with vivid storytelling and historical insight.

Following the path of the story, guests visit key locations connected to the case while gaining a deeper understanding of the research and inspirations behind the author’s work. The experience blends literature, journalism, and local history, offering a rare opportunity to see how real events unfolded within the very neighborhood that shaped them. Every stop adds another layer to the narrative, connecting place, memory, and mystery in a powerful way.

The tour highlights some of Old Louisville’s most iconic landmarks, including Central Park, St. James Court, and the legendary Witches’ Tree, each adding atmosphere and historical context to the journey. Guests also enjoy entry into the beautifully preserved Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, where architectural grandeur and period details enrich the storytelling experience and provide a deeper look into the neighborhood’s past.

To enhance the experience, guests are welcomed with a themed drink, sweet treats, and a souvenir to commemorate the journey. Blending true crime, literary insight, and Victorian-era charm, this walking tour offers a compelling and atmospheric exploration of Old Louisville’s history—where mystery and elegance meet on every corner.