Horse Farm Tours in the Horse Capital of the World: Lexington, Kentucky

Explore The Horse Capital of the World

There are about 450 horse farms in the Bluegrass region (about 150 in Fayette County alone). Here's how you can revisit racing history, see the world's most fabulous farms and barns, get up close and personal with Kentucky Derby winners, or discover an exciting variety of horse breeds.

EXPLORE WITH A TOUR PROVIDER

Ride along with an area expert on a guided van tour of Horse Country. Tour providers have daily or regularly scheduled tours that you can join.

Central Kentucky Tours

Horse Farm Tours, INC

Lexington In Touch

Stone Fences Tours

Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Farm Tours

Unique Horse Farm Tours

BOOK THROUGH VISIT HORSE COUNTRY

Visit Horse Country is an organization of horse farms, equine medical clinics and equine attractions dedicated to sharing the stories of Kentucky’s Horse Country. They are pros at connecting guests to the horse, land and people of Kentucky’s equine industry through immersive experiences at their unique member locations.

Visit Horse Country

Visit Horse Country provides a central booking outlet for member horse farms and medical equine... View More

BOOK DIRECTLY WITH A FARM

If you’re more of an independent traveler, booking tours yourself is still a possibility. A number of farms – from Thoroughbred showplaces to smaller farms with different breeds of horses – welcome individual visitors. Since these are all private, working farms, make sure you make advance arrangements. Below are some farms you can visit without a tour company.

Claiborne Farm

Among the rolling hills of the Bluegrass and miles of plank board fences, Claiborne Farms is one of... View More

Megson Farms

Megson Farms specializes in the unique breeding of rare white and multi-colored Thoroughbreds. On a... View More

Old Friends at Dream Chase Farm

A retirement and rescue facility for pensioned Thoroughbreds, Old Friends provides a sanctuary for... View More

Our Mims Retirement Haven

Named for an beloved Eclipse Champion filly, Our Mims Retirement Haven is home to mares whose... View More

CUSTOMIZE WITH A PRIVATE TOUR

With a private tour, you can customize your tour based on what you want to experience! Tour companies can either chauffeur your small group around or can provide a step-on for a larger group. Either way, you’ll get a VIP experience of world-class horse farms. Reach out to these tour companies in advance to get the best experience.

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Central Kentucky Tours

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Horse and Barrel Tours

Kentucky Horse Tours

Kentucky Legacy Tours

Lexington Private Tours

Mint Julep Tours

Prime Horse Tours

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Airdrie Stud

With more than 2,500 acres on iconic Old Frankfort Pike, Airdrie Stud has stallions, mares, and...

Central Kentucky Tours

From horse farms, to bourbon, to wineries, to historic sites, let Central Kentucky Tours show you...

Claiborne Farm

Among the rolling hills of the Bluegrass and miles of plank board fences, Claiborne Farms is one of...

Coolmore at Ashford Stud

Visit the Bluegrass home of international breeding giant Coolmore, one of the largest global players...

Darby Dan Farm

The setting for Disney's major motion picture Secretariat, Darby Dan is a historic and scenic farm...

Gainesway Farm

This historic 1,500 acre property is home to mares, foals, yearlings, and eight stallions and is one...

Godolphin's Jonabell Farm

Located on historic Bowman Mill Road, Jonabell Farm is home to Darley's Stallions, including...

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute

One of the oldest and largest private equine veterinary clinics in the world, Hagyard Equine Medical...

Hallway Feeds

Visit one of the numerous businesses in Central Kentucky that support the horse industry. Hallway...

Keeneland Racecourse

With its tranquil setting and lovely stone fences and buildings, this national historic landmark is...

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center

Occupying 72 acres in Horse Country, the Kentucky Equine Adoption Center is a safe haven for all...

Kentucky Horse Park

Dedicated to man's relationship with the horse, the Kentucky Horse Park is unlike any other park in...

Lane's End Farm

Situated on more than 2,300 acres of pristine Bluegrass, Lane's End is one of the world's premier...

Lexington In Touch

Lexington in Touch is a destination management company that has been in business for over 35 years!...

Megson Farms

Megson Farms specializes in the unique breeding of rare white and multi-colored Thoroughbreds. On a...

Mill Ridge Farm

Visit Mill Ridge, near iconic Keeneland Racetrack, and experience a farm renowned for raising and...

New Vocations

The nation's oldest and largest racehorse adoption program, New Vocations welcomes you to come...

Old Friends at Dream Chase Farm

A retirement and rescue facility for pensioned Thoroughbreds, Old Friends provides a sanctuary for...

Our Mims Retirement Haven

Named for an beloved Eclipse Champion filly, Our Mims Retirement Haven is home to mares whose...

Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital

Rood and Riddle is a world-renowned establishment known for their innovative and highly-skilled...

Runnymede Farm

Recognized as the oldest, continuously owned Thoroughbred farm in Kentucky, Runnymede Farm is dotted...

Secretariat Center

Visit the Secretariat Center, gold standard in Thoroughbred reschooling. Through a structured...

Spendthrift Farm

Spendthrift Farm sits on over 1,200 acres and is home to several Kentucky Derby winners and...

Stone Fences Tours

Tours include bourbon distilleries, craft breweries, wineries, historic sites and more! This...

Stonestreet Farm

Producing an average of 80 foals a year, Stonestreet Farm gives special attention and care in their...

Taylor Made Farm

A 1,100 acre thoroughbred paradise, Taylor Made Farm is one of the most iconic farms in the...

Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Farm Tours

Daily van tours are offered at 8:30 am and 12:30 pm departing from the Embassy Suites Hotel at 1801...

Unique Horse Farm Tours

Hear behind-the scenes stories about the individuals and horses that make Lexington the Horse...

WinStar Farm

WinStar is home to a strong stallion roster, broodmares and foals, and a state of the art training...

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