Open Gates, KY
Lexington
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Popular places to visit
Kentucky Horse Park
Explore Kentucky Horse Park, a favorite green space in Lexington, and also enjoy the area's horseback riding. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
University of Kentucky
Explore the campus of University of Kentucky, during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Fayette Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fayette Mall during your stay in Lexington. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene, or seek out its horseback riding.
Eastern Kentucky University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Eastern Kentucky University, during your travels in Richmond. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
The Kentucky Castle
Enjoy a trip to The Kentucky Castle and popular activities like horseback riding in Versailles. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
![Kentucky State University was chartered in May 1886 as the State Normal School for Colored Persons, only the second state-supported institution of higher learning in Kentucky.[1] During the euphoria of Frankfort's 1886 centennial celebration, the city donated $1,500 towards the purchase of land for a new college on a bluff overlooking Frankfort.
The new school formally opened on October 11, 1887, with three teachers, 55 students, and John H. Jackson as president.[1] Recitation Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/153e32620cffbd999fa3637cc30e197d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kentucky State University
Walk around the campus at Kentucky State University during your visit to Frankfort. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.
Things to do
Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries
Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!
Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour
Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum
The Bourbon tours: Buffalo Trace , Whiskey Thief & Jeptha Creed
Open Gates Hotel Deals
Spark by Hilton Lexington Hamburg
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
Hilton Lexington/Downtown
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
GuestHouse Lexington
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025
Quality Inn Lexington -Horse Park
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025
Elwood Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lexington North
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Open Gates
Picadome
When in Picadome, you can plan a visit to Kroger Field and The Red Mile Racetrack, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Zandale
While Zandale isn't home to many top sights, The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky and The Mall At Lexington Green are some notable places to visit nearby.
Garden Springs
While Garden Springs might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Red Mile Racetrack and Kroger Field.
South Broadway Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Broadway Park and surrounding area, you can visit The Red Mile Racetrack and Kroger Field.
Beaumont Residential
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beaumont Residential and surrounding area, you can visit Kentucky Aviation Museum and Keeneland Racing Course.
Hollywood - Mt. Vernon
While there might not be top attractions in Hollywood - Mt. Vernon, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kroger Field and Ashland Henry Clay Estate.