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Horse Farm Tours

Lexington, Kentucky

Horse Farm Tours


Explore Lexington, The Horse Capital of the World

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.

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Book Directly With A Farm

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.

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Book Through Visit Horse Country

Visit Horse Country specializes in connecting guests to Kentucky’s horse industry through immersive experiences at farms, equine medical clinics, and other fascinating attractions.

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Explore With A Tour Provider

Ride along with an area expert through some of horse country’s most beautiful landscapes. Local providers have regularly scheduled guided tours that you can join. Private tours let you tailor a VIP experience based on your interests. Search for companies that can chauffeur small groups or provide a step-on guide for a larger group.

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Request a printed copy of our Visitors Guide and learn more about everything the Horse Capital of the World has to offer.

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Lexington Visitors Center
215 W Main St, Suite 75
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 233-7299

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