There are about 450 horse farms in the Bluegrass region, with over 22,000 horses here in Fayette County. For visitors, there are many ways to get up close and personal with the equine industry. Unique tours and experiences take you behind the scenes to admire gorgeous farms, revisit racing history, meet Kentucky Derby winners, and discover an exciting variety of horse breeds and disciplines.
Plan a Tour
There are lots of ways to get up close and personal with Lexington’s four–legged superstars in their awe–inspiring habitat. Make plans to visit a horse farm with a guided tour company or choose a farm and make your way through the countryside at your own pace.
A number of farms welcome individual visitors. This option offers an intimate tour through the storied grounds. Since these are all private, working farms, make sure you make prior arrangements through the appropriate channels.
Plan Your Trip
Travel Guides
From behind-the-scenes farm tours and historic trail maps to curated weekend itineraries, explore our travel guides to start planning your ultimate Lexington experience.
