9 Reasons Louisville, KY, Should Be on Your Travel Radar

The oldest operating distillery in the US, the Buffalo Trace distillery, was founded in 1773. The "world's most decorated distillery" sits upon ancient buffalo paths and, today, produces more than 18 types of bourbon.

The Trace tour, which includes a glimpse at the barrel room and bottling hall, is free and includes tastings. Want to go even further behind the scenes? Try the Hard Hat Tour or the Bourbon Barrel Tour.