Welcome to the Horse Capital of the World🐎 This List is Nothing Shy of a Horse Lovers Paradise! Included are my favorites in Lexington: all things horses, dining, sight seeing, night life and more.
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This place boasts in good food, good drinks and good times! Options for family night out or adults only. My favorites here are Crank and Boom Ice Cream and Goodfellas Pizza.
Lexington Distillery District
For the History lovers. This is a 50min guided tour. $25 per person.
Tickets & Tours - Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate
Learn the History of Lexington as you partake in some of the cuisines Lexington has to offer.
Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Tour and learn all about limestone distillery and the incredible bourbon made here.
Tours - Limestone Branch
For a fun, clean and unique stay , this place is a must!!! It is an upscale hotel near UK. It also has its own restaurant that has an industrial feel to it.
Elwood Hotel & Suites
Here you can experience horse shows, horseback rides, a campground, the International Museum of the Horse, Festivals, Gift Shop, Walking Path and more.
Kentucky Horse Park
A quick stop but def something to see!!
World's Largest Ceiling Clock: world record in Lexington, Kentucky
My literal favorite book store In KY! So many options. They also offer games, travel accessories, a coffe shop and bistro and so much more.
Joseph-Beth Booksellers
This establishment offers craft beers, malts, spirits and whiskey. You will be allowed to take a tour through the facility, learning about the being and distilling processes. You are given four tokens for the tour that you are allowed to use to taste...
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co
Take a walk through Rupp Arena or experience a game or concert here. This is an experience you are sure to not forget. Basketball is THE thing in Lexington, so seeing a game here is an incredible experience!!
Rupp Arena
A delightful experience. See the horses and farms up close and personal. Learn the history of the farms and the breeds of the horses. Some of the farms allow you to see some of the Champion horses.
Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Farm Tours
Rich in land and history, this place is one you don't want to miss. There is a restaurant, trails, events and live Reenactments on property. Beautiful place and a fun time.
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
This place boasts in high end feel with options for shopping,dining and entertainment!
The Summit at Fritz Farm
Get your tickets and see a race. This place boasts in liveliness and is a world renowned racecourse. See the horses the world raves about and experience the goodness the Bluegrass holds by spending a day at the tracks with the family or friends.
Keeneland: Home
Tour it, learn about it, drink it. You can take the tour or do a tasting. The choice is yours and either are sure to not disappoint.
Woodford Reserve Distillery
Fresh produce, anyone? This is a great market with multiple vendors , offering a lush and wide variety of fruits, veggies and other goods.
Bluegrass Farmers' Market
A beautiful arboretum with option to walk a paved trail or go off the beaten path. This is located on the Property of University of Kentucky. The botanical life here is astounding year round. There's also a children's garden, gift shop and restrooms...
University of Kentucky Arboretum Loop - AllTrails
For all nature lovers. The trails here are great and offer beautiful scenery. There's an overlook of the Kentucky River as well as palisades and an old mill.
Raven Run Blue, Red, Yellow, and Green Loop, Kentucky - AllTrails
The second oldest harness racing track in the world. Live racing between the months of August-September. This property also offers onsite drinks and food as well as gambling.
Red Mile Gaming & Racing
Good brews, relaxed atmosphere!!
West Sixth Brewing
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