High Bridge, KY

Wilmore

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
Looking up Kentucky river at a tributary offshoot that has completely different coloring.

Popular places to visit

High Bridge Park

After visiting High Bridge Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore.

High Bridge Park

High Bridge Kentucky River Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in High Bridge Kentucky River Museum in Wilmore.

High Bridge Kentucky River Museum

Asbury University

4/5(1 review)

Walk around the campus at Asbury University during your stay in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Asbury University

Asbury Theological Seminary

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Asbury Theological Seminary during your stay in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Asbury Theological Seminary

Grimes Playground

After visiting Grimes Playground, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Grimes Playground

Wilmore City Hall

Wilmore City Hall is just one of the places to see in Wilmore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Wilmore City Hall

High Bridge Hotel Deals

Elwood Hotel & Suites

Elwood Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
444 Parkway Drive Lexington KY
The price is ￥15,254 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
￥15,254
￥17,704 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,038 reviews)
Great room and the staff was very friendly. Would recommend to anyone staying in Lexington.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Elwood Hotel & Suites
The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1375 South Broadway Lexington KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥16,333 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
￥16,333
￥18,959 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
We always enjoy our stay at The Cambell House Inn. Rebecca at the front desk was especially friendly and fun to talk to. We will be back again next January!

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton
Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

2.5 out of 5
501 Waller Avenue Lexington KY
The price is ￥16,513 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
￥16,513
￥19,168 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (865 reviews)
The rooms offer nice amenities with refrigerator, sink, dishwasher, stovetop and mini countertop appliances and cookware. Beds were very comfortable! Ample pillows, nice closet space and spacious bathroom.closet spev

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG
Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4174 Rowan Lexington KY
The price is ￥20,926 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
￥20,926
￥24,289 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
There was no pool which I failed to notice when booking. At the room rate, there ought to be a pool or sauna/steam room. Pleasant staff. Chandelier in bathroom was out for night and half day. Prefer a fan in the bathroom. And the $4 dollar bottles of water in the room is outrageous. Safe didn't work ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

3.5 out of 5
245 Lexington Green Circle Lexington KY
The price is ￥20,505 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
￥20,505
￥23,800 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Clean friendly.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green
Red Roof Inn Lexington South

Red Roof Inn Lexington South

2 out of 5
2651 Wilhite Dr Lexington KY
The price is ￥10,142 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
￥10,142
￥11,771 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
We stay at this hotel a lot. Clean rooms and updated rooms. The staff is always nice. The beds are comfortable and clean. The bathroom is always clean. We always try to stay at this hotel! The heat worked very well.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Red Roof Inn Lexington South
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