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Plan Your Trip to Lexington, Kentucky

Plain and simple, we love this city. And when you’re fiercely passionate about something, you can’t help but show it off. That love is what drives us to #ShareTheLEX with you. We've curated dozens of guides to help you plan a Lexington experience that will make you fall in love with this place, too.

Ready to Travel Again? Tips For Your Next Vacation to Lexington

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Digital Visitor's Guide

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The Best of Lexington

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Mural - Know Your History

The History Lover’s Guide

Lexington is a vibrant city with a rich past worth exploring. For those looking to explore that

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Top 5 Reasons to Meet in Lexington

Planners might guess the top reasons to host a meeting in Lexington, Ky., are the horses and the

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The Bachelor Party Guide to Lexington

Been tapped by a buddy to do Best Man duties at his upcoming wedding? You’re in the right...

Lexington Pride Festival

An LGBTQ+ Guide To Lexington

Lexington is home to a large, vibrant LGBTQ+ community represented in every facet of the city. From

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MEET OUR LOCALS

We firmly believe that the best people to talk about Lexington are Lexington locals. They've pulled together their favorite things to do and can't-miss attractions for visitors, so you can Lex like a local too.

Erin Goins

Erin's Bites of the Bluegrass Guide

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Femi's Downtown Guide to Lex

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Jonathan Coleman

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Billy Yarosh

Billy's Outdoor Guide to Lex

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