HORSE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD
In Lexington, the most Kentucky of places, you can’t help but slow down and soak it all in. Farm-to-table flavor. Bourbon by the barrel full. Breathtaking horse country views. Stay a while and discover why visitors say… “whoa, Lexington.”
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Horse Capital of the World
Every Road Leads to a Horse
Pet a new foal on the nose on a horse farm tour. See racing’s biggest stars and future champions at Keeneland. Explore all things equine at the Kentucky Horse Park. And go behind the scenes with Visit Horse Country.
Learn more about Lexington’s Thoroughbred culture, book a horse farm tour, and more.
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Manchester Farm
Darby Dan Farm
Three Chimneys Farm
Experience Bourbonland
Nobody and no place does America’s Native Spirit like Lexington
Lexington is a bourbon lover's paradise. With 7 craft distilleries within a mile of downtown and 18 renowned distilleries nearby, there's no better place to get a firsthand look at the history and craft of America's Native Spirit. Throughout the city, world-class bourbon bars boast rare collections and innovative cocktails.
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Woodford Reserve Distillery
Town Branch Distillery
Fresh Bourbon
Diverse Dining
The culinary scene in Lexington is a feast for the senses.
Lexington has a flavor all its own. Local farms fuel an expansive culinary scene that’s as imaginative as it is delicious. Here you’ll find an an ever-expanding collection of restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and bistros serving eclectic fare and fresh takes on Southern classics.
See what’s on the menu in Lexington. We’ll save a seat for you at the table.
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Eppings on Eastside
33 Staves
The Grove
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Give Your Next Meeting The Whoa Factor
Our easy-to-get-to location, affordable accommodations, and safe, welcoming environment make Lexington an appealing option for conventions and meetings of all sizes and types.
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There's more to Lexington than bourbon and horses. A lot more.
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