Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Join us for the acclaimed two-hour Newport Gangster Tour—hailed as the 'Best Walking Tour' by Cincinnati Magazine and featured among the 'Top 10 Things to Do in Kentucky' by Southern Living Magazine. This immersive experience will take you through the infamous streets where notorious gangsters like Moe Dalitz, George Remus, and Dutch Schultz made their mark.
See the historic buildings that were once home to casinos and brothels. Hear the captivating tales of fortune and downfall that shaped Newport’s past and laid the groundwork for the modern gaming industry. Witness firsthand how this small town’s dark history has become a cornerstone of its vibrant present.
Step back in time and experience the allure and intrigue of Newport’s storied past on our 'Sin City' walking tour.
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Experienced guide
Alcoholic Beverages
Parking
Departure Point
100 Aqua Wy, Newport, KY 41071, USA
We will meet you outside of the Bourbon House Pizza. Please arrive 15 min early to check in.
Return Details
100 Aqua Wy, Newport, KY 41071, USA
We will meet you outside of the Bourbon House Pizza. Please arrive 15 min early to check in.
Newport on the Levee, Newport, Kentucky, United States A vibrant public area on the banks on the Ohio River with multiple dining, shopping, and entertainment venues 10 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
davesY4096LJ
23 Apr 2023
Very informative, but not much to see. Could simply read about the history of gambling, prostitution, etc. in Newport.
Jena B
28 Jan 2023
So much fun! Tim was a great tour guide and had a TON of great stories and history to share! An easy and fun walking tour, even if it was a little chilly! Very informative...I didn't know about ANY of the history he shared with us today! A great experience and highly recommended!
Frances_S
16 Oct 2022
Tim's stories were wonderful. He made Newport's history come to life. Would love to come back for the ghost tour.
This tour in
Kentucky
is organized by
American Legacy Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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