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  • Horse around in the equine capital of the world by visiting one of the region's 450 horse farms, many of which welcome visitors with an appointment or with professional tour groups.
  • See how they make some of the world's finest whiskey at one of Kentucky's renowned bourbon distilleries: Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace (maker of Ancient Age), and Boulevard Distillers (of Wild Turkey fame), are all about a half-hour's journey from Lexington.
  • Take the kids to the Explorium of Lexington, a children's museum with hands-on activities and exhibits like the Doctor Kids Clinic, the Bubble Zone, and the Wonder Woods nature area.
  • Explore the country's largest restored Shaker village community at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, located near Harrodsburg about 30 miles from Lexington.

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Often called the Heart of Kentucky, the centrally located Bluegrass region offers much of what Kentucky is all about—thoroughbred horses, bourbon, basketball, natural beauty, history, and southern hospitality. Read More

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Hotels

Red River Gorge: Koomer Ridge Campground

c/o Cumberland District, 705 W. College Ave.
Stanton, KY 40380 Map

Distance: 34.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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5.0
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Fort Boonesborough State Park

4375 Boonesborough Rd.
Richmond, KY 40475 Map

Distance: 12.9 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
Expert Rated & Recommended
3.0
from: $60

Best Western Holiday Plaza

100 Eastern Bypass
Richmond, KY 40475-2302 Map

Distance: 19.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
3.0
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Attractions

Red River Gorge Geological Area

Daniel Boone National Forest
c/o Stanton District Ranger Station, 705 W. College Avenue
Stanton, Kentucky 40380

Distance: 35.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: The Red River Gorge Geological Area, surrounding the middle section of the Red River, is a unique... Read More
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Grand Old House

Georgetown, Cayman Islands

Distance: 15.9 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0

Whittleton Branch Trail

1700 Bypass Rd.
Winchester, Kentucky 40391

Distance: 46.9 mi. (from destination center)

Description: The Whittleton Branch Trail stretches between KY 15 across from Tunnel Ridge Road and Whittleton... Read More
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4_0
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Airports

Major Airports near Lexington

Distance (mi.)
Louisville Standiford Field 69.7 map
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport 74.0 map
James Cox Dayton International Airport 133.1 map

Other Smaller Airports near Lexington

Distance (mi.)
Lexington Blue Grass Airport 7.3 map
Huntington Ashland/Milton/Tri-State Airport 108.7 map
Owensboro Daviess County Airport 147.8 map

Flight Deals to Lexington

Originating From
Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Louisville (SDF) $244

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Lexington Vacation Rentals

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Californian style villa in Seignosse

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Cable/Satellite TV, Dishwasher, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Laundry, Lounge, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Pets OK, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Utensils
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from: $119

Lexington United States - Swanns Nest

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Iron, Jacuzzi, Kitchenette, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, Sauna, Toaster, Towels
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from: $159

Lexington United States - George Clarke House Bed And Breakfast

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Jacuzzi, Kitchenette, Linens, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, Swimming Pool, Towels
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