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  1. 1

    Working horse farm park with the International Museum of the Horse.

    3 tips
    • See the Hall of Champions horses
    • Allow half a day
    • About 15 minutes north of downtown
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  2. 2

    Historic racecourse with stone grandstands and spring and fall race meets.

    • Tip: Go early
    2 tips
    • Race meets run in April and October
    • Dress up a little on race days
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  3. 3

    Italianate mansion and gardens of statesman Henry Clay.

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    2 tips
    • Grounds and gardens are free to wander
    • Guided house tours run on the hour
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  4. 4

    Girlhood home of Abraham Lincoln's wife, the first site to honor a First Lady.

    3 tips
    • Guided tours only, check times
    • Open seasonally, closed some days
    • Allow about an hour
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  5. 5

    Leafy historic square ringed by Federal-style homes.

    3 tips
    • Great for a quiet stroll
    • Look for the Fountain of Youth
    • Lovely in spring blossom
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  6. 6

    Restored 1899 Romanesque courthouse with the visitor center and a grand dome.

    3 tips
    • Look up at the restored dome
    • Pick up maps at VisitLEX inside
    • Restaurants on the ground floor
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  7. 7

    Downtown park with life-size bronze racehorses mid-gallop.

    • Tip: Go early
    2 tips
    • Free and always open
    • Look for the jockeys' silks details
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  8. 8

    Revived historic bourbon distillery in the Distillery District.

    3 tips
    • Book a tour and tasting
    • Explore bars in the district
    • Must be 21 to taste
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  9. 9

    Free 100-acre garden with a walk through Kentucky's regions.

    3 tips
    • Free entry, open dawn to dusk
    • Walk the two-mile paved loop
    • Rose garden peaks in late May
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  10. 10

    Restored 19th-century Shaker community with farm, trails and inn.

    3 tips
    • About 40 minutes southwest of town
    • Take a riverboat ride on the Kentucky River
    • Allow most of a day
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Before you go: Lexington tips

Transportation

  • Rent a car for horse country: Farms, distilleries and Keeneland are spread out, so a car is the easiest way to explore.
  • Use Lextran: The city's Lextran buses serve downtown and the University of Kentucky.
  • Use ride apps: Uber and Lyft are useful on Bourbon Trail days so nobody drives after tastings.

Security

  • Do not drink and drive: Many visitors tour distilleries; designate a driver or book a tour.
  • Watch belongings at events: Keep valuables close at crowded races and games.
  • Be careful at night: Stick to busy downtown areas late at night.

Saving

  • Visit Keeneland in the morning: Watch horses train early in the morning during race meets.
  • Visit the Kentucky Horse Park on a budget: It offers a lot to see for a single admission.
  • Explore free farm tours: Some horse farms offer tours; book ahead.

Weather/Clothing

  • Summers are hot and humid: Bring light clothes and sunscreen.
  • Winters are cold: Bring a warm coat and gloves.
  • Dress up for the races: Spring and fall race meets at Keeneland are a great excuse to wear hats and nice outfits.

Cultural

  • See Thoroughbred racing: Lexington is the Horse Capital of the World; visit Keeneland for live racing.
  • Taste bourbon: Visit distilleries on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
  • Try a Hot Brown: This open-faced turkey sandwich is a Kentucky classic.

Local Hacks

  • Visit the Kentucky Horse Park: See retired champions and learn about horse breeds.
  • Explore the Distillery District: Old warehouses have been turned into bars and restaurants.
  • Visit Ashland: Henry Clay's estate offers history and gardens.

1-day itineraries in Lexington

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Day 1 of 1

Thoroughbred Park and around

🕘 9:30–16:45📍 5 stops

  1. 1Thoroughbred Park
  2. 2Old Fayette County Courthouse
  3. 3Triangle Park
  4. 4Mary Todd Lincoln House
  5. 5Gratz Park
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