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Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!

Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!

￥1,600
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!
Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour

Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour

￥15,835
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour
Buffalo Trace, Bulleit Distilling and Rabbit Hole Bourbon Tour

Buffalo Trace, Bulleit, Pappy & Co. and Rabbit Hole Bourbon Tour

￥43,986
per adult
Buffalo Trace, Bulleit, Pappy & Co. and Rabbit Hole Bourbon Tour
Distillery District Food & History Tour in Lexington

Distillery District Food & History Tour in Lexington

￥19,994
per adult
Distillery District Food & History Tour in Lexington
Bites of the Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Tour

Bites of the Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Tour

￥19,994
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bites of the Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Tour
Makers Mark, Four Roses or Woodford Reserve or Bulleit or Others

Bourbon group: Makers Mark OR Buffalo Trace OR Woodford or Others

￥35,189
per adult
Bourbon group: Makers Mark OR Buffalo Trace OR Woodford or Others
Lexington's Art Walk Tour

Lexington's Art Walk Tour

￥6,398
per adult
Lexington's Art Walk Tour
Sound Bath Meditation in Lexington

Sound Bath Meditation in Lexington

￥3,999
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sound Bath Meditation in Lexington
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Bourbon Tour (03) : Buffalo Trace, Woodford, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Other

Bourbon Tour (03) : Buffalo Trace, Woodford, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Other

Activity duration is 2 days
9.2 out of 10 with 272 reviews
Price is ￥30,478 per adult
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Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour

Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥15,965 per adult
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Tasting Experience

Tasting Experience

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥4,838 per adult
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What to do in Lexington

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Kentucky Horse Park

Kentucky Horse Park

4.5/5(333 reviews)

Kentucky Horse Park is a favorite place to visit in Lexington and nearby activities include horseback riding. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Kentucky Horse Park
Panorama of an autumn, colorful lawn surrounded by buildings in downtown Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

4.5/5(389 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Kentucky, a top university in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

University of Kentucky
Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery

4.5/5(219 reviews)

You can take time to visit Buffalo Trace Distillery during your travels to Frankfort. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

Buffalo Trace Distillery
Horse barn in Kentucky

Keeneland Racing Course

4.5/5(267 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Keeneland Racing Course and popular activities like horseback riding in Lexington. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Keeneland Racing Course
Facades of modern architecture buildings in the midwest American city of Lexington in Kentucky.

Lexington Convention Center

4.5/5(141 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Lexington Convention Center during your trip to Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Lexington Convention Center
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The Kentucky Castle

4.5/5(24 reviews)

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.

The Kentucky Castle
Aerial photograph of the Lexington, Kentucky skyline at night with the city alite.

Rupp Arena

4.5/5(324 reviews)

Catch an event at Rupp Arena, and enjoy other activities in Lexington such as horseback riding. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Rupp Arena
Fayette Mall

Fayette Mall

4.5/5(323 reviews)

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.

Fayette Mall
Fort Boonesborough State Park

Fort Boonesborough State Park

4.5/5(39 reviews)

Find out about the history of Richmond when you spend time at Fort Boonesborough State Park. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Fort Boonesborough State Park

Where to stay in Lexington

Find the best Lexington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lexington
Learn more about Lexington
Photo by Jeff Rogers /Lexington Convention and Visitors Bureau
Open Photo by Jeff Rogers /Lexington Convention and Visitors Bureau

Downtown Lexington

While visiting Downtown Lexington, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena.

Main building of bourbon distillery in Kentucky designed in a shape of a castle with old train tracks cut to make room for the entrance alley

Distillery District

If you're spending some time in Distillery District, Barrel House Distilling and James E. Pepper Distillery are top sights worth seeing.

USA, Kentucky, Lexington. A thoroughbred horse stands by a white fence in Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, Kentucky.

Chevy Chase

When in Chevy Chase, you can plan a visit to Ashland Henry Clay Estate and Cliff Hagan Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Open Photo by Hyelsinta

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.

Summer sunset over barn and fence row along Kentucky's backroads

North Upper Street

North Upper Street might not have many top sights, but Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Popular day trips from Lexington

Richmond Riverside on a Summers Evening, London, UK

Richmond

State Capitol of Kentucky, Frankfort

Frankfort

An aerial view of a historic town with a prominent clock tower, narrow streets lined with historic buildings, and a mix of commercial and residential areas.

Winchester

Kentucky Horse Farm

Georgetown

Aerial panorama of horse farms and fields close to the city of Midway, Kentucky

Midway

Frequently asked questions

Is Lexington worth visiting?
From shopping to outdoor pursuits and history, there are loads of fun things to do in Lexington. Make sure to experience the area's mix of unmissable sights, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Lexington?
Begin your day with a visit to The Kentucky Castle and Kentucky Aviation Museum. Then, check out other areas of Lexington for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Lexington?
The top tourist attraction in Lexington is The Kentucky Castle, so don't forget to add it to your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Lexington?
You can easily visit leading attractions like Lexington Opera House, Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. And Barrel House Distilling with a three-day getaway in Lexington. On average, most travelers plan two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to Georgetown.
Is Lexington a walkable city?
Some top sights in Lexington, including Lexington Opera House and Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's popular neighborhoods on foot. Just 5 kilometers from the city center of Lexington is Griffin Gate and Northside District is 0.64 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Lexington with kids?
If you are after sights and tours for all the family, we've got some fantastic ideas for what to do in Lexington with kids.

What to do in Lexington for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or outdoor adventurer, there are plenty of things to do in Lexington for adults including Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. And Barrel House Distilling.
Are there free things to do in Lexington?
One of the best ways to find free things to do in Lexington is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on exciting neighborhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without getting your cash out. Jacobson Park is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.