Many top publications have recognized Lexington as a unique destination.
We are smart, friendly, welcoming, and enjoy a great standard of living. Add wonderful equine and historic attractions, superior facilities, and pleasant climate, and you end up with a great place to host a memorable meeting. Meeting Planners who have worked with VisitLEX give Lexington a 92% approval rating as a meeting destination!
Lexington received a perfect score from the Human Rights Campaign based on its inclusivity. It is the highest score received by any city in Kentucky. - Human Rights Campaign
Convention South Reader’s Choice Award Winner - Convention South Media Group 2022
Member of the Meetings and Conventions Magazine Hall of Fame for Gold Service Awards
"Where to Go, June 2022" - Travel + Leisure
#No. 33 on "150 Best Places to Live" list - U.S News & World Report 2021-2022
"Top 100 Places to Live" in 2022 - Livability
"The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2021" - Travel + Leisure
#5 Best Run City in America - Wallethub
Ranked the best staycation in Kentucky in "The Best Staycation in Every State" - Trip Savvy
“Top 14 Walkable Cities in the U.S.” - Trips To Discover
"The Best Fall Foliage Destinations for Bike Trips" - Travel Pulse
#9 Most Diverse Metro Economy in the U.S. - The Lane Report
Top 50 Places of a Lifetime/America - National Geographic Traveler
See more Lexington rankings on CommerceLEX