Title: Things to Do in Lexington in 2026 | Expedia.com [Lexington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Lexington.dx603003)[Hotels in Lexington](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Hotels.d603003.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Lexington](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Lexington.d603003.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Lexington](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Lexington.d603003.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lexington Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Lexington.d603003.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Lexington ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Lexington Types of activities Where to stay [Lexington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Lexington.dx603003) ![Lexington featuring a city and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603003/a19134ad-4786-4590-8d51-7e58ddb58bd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lexington featuring a city and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603003/a19134ad-4786-4590-8d51-7e58ddb58bd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lexington which includes horseriding and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603003/fd8e5e34-3026-4830-88a9-d8ef12719602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lexington which includes mist or fog, landscape views and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603003/32255ca0-8dd4-426f-927e-d8d926a21102.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lexington showing tranquil scenes and farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603003/8a091ecf-717a-4aa7-8b2b-322e5890aa4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Lexington Attractions Eager to know the best things to do in Lexington? Great shopping, fantastic local cuisine and lots of fascinating tourist attractions are just the tip of the iceberg. It's time to pack your suitcase and discover the secrets of this buzzing city. Explore the best sights in Lexington with some unique [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=603003&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or try out our list of {35 fun activities in Lexington [fun activities in Lexington](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=603003&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. We have free cancellation and no added fees, so you can relax and put your energy into planning the perfect vacation. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Lexington ### Tours & day trips [See all 32 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Bourbon Tour (03) : Buffalo Trace, Woodford, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Other](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2170719/03563996-fad7-4897-8d83-4dbcc553408e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bourbon Tour (03) : Buffalo Trace, Woodford, Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Other 13h 9.2/10 272 Viator reviews $189 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bourbon-tour-03-buffalo-trace-woodford-four-roses-wild-turkey-other.a2170719.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Lexington: Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour and Scenic Bluegrass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4595288/72a081fd-8c78-427f-916b-0999d870d3e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lexington: Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour and Scenic Bluegrass 3h 30m 10/10 152 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lexington-thoroughbred-horse-farm-tour-and-scenic-bluegrass.a4595288.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Buffalo Trace,Four Roses,Woodford,Bulleit Frontier/Stitzel, Castle&Key or J...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5068932/d10c6991-65de-4f0c-961c-ca404fec8df6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Buffalo Trace,Four Roses,Woodford,Bulleit Frontier/Stitzel, Castle&Key or J... 12h 8/10 6 Viator reviews $180 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/buffalo-trace-four-roses-woodford-bulleit-frontier-stitzel-castle-key-or-jeptha.a5068932.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1358370/c5d557b0-01c9-412c-ac3a-12281b1453ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum! 30m 9.8/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358370.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![From Lexington: Kentucky Horse Farms Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47879509/7cddb03c-7ec8-4a71-9429-2f5ab6fd9143.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Lexington: Kentucky Horse Farms Tour 3h 9.8/10 35 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-lexington-kentucky-horse-farms-tour.a47879509.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48408425/911de12c-072e-4d66-8268-7aa3362e7731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour 3h 9.8/10 7 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lexington-downtown-walking-food-history-tour.a48408425.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![B&C horseback riding, Keeneland or Churchill Down Racetrack.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50686619/8b9b9767-272d-46ab-a3c0-6ece89c19f24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### B&C horseback riding, Keeneland or Churchill Down Racetrack. 6h Free cancellation available $296 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/b-c-horseback-riding-in-nature-and-keeneland-racetrack.a50686619.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Bardstown: Limestone Branch Distillery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49092195/44f74064-2fb5-4d4c-b64b-7f10efddf485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bardstown: Limestone Branch Distillery Tour 1h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bardstown-limestone-branch-distillery-tour.a49092195.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674444/2727fdda-fb0a-4ca2-8ce1-ac6fd2061155.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms 3h 9.8/10 247 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/unique-horse-farm-tours-with-insider-access-to-private-farms.a674444.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![The Bourbon Bites Tour. Kentucky Bourbon Trail Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49385643/093ac57f-51ca-4c6d-b494-0fe17eae4193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Bourbon Bites Tour. Kentucky Bourbon Trail Experience 10h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $230 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/exclusive-private-bourbon-tours-buffalo-trace-whiskey-thief.a49385643.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48408425/911de12c-072e-4d66-8268-7aa3362e7731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour 3h 9.8/10 7 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lexington-downtown-walking-food-history-tour.a48408425.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Bardstown: Limestone Branch Distillery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49092195/44f74064-2fb5-4d4c-b64b-7f10efddf485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bardstown: Limestone Branch Distillery Tour 1h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bardstown-limestone-branch-distillery-tour.a49092195.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1358355/7ddf3226-7d27-4e41-b02f-50b4b385a445.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum 30m 2/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358355.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![B&C Bourbon and chocolates tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50698967/14158423-8d87-40f1-808d-91f93f6c7105.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### B&C Bourbon and chocolates tours 6h Free cancellation available $240 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/b-c-bourbon-and-chocolates-tours.a50698967.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Craft Bourbon Trail: Kentucky’s Hidden Distilleries Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50952591/c20ab993-0650-4ff9-a840-a93abb397de4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Craft Bourbon Trail: Kentucky’s Hidden Distilleries Experience 10h Free cancellation available $500 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bourbon-bites-tour-bite-the-trail-up-to-7-distilleries-one-day.a50952591.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Distillery District Food, Drink, and History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50469201/934b4d6e-5ec1-48fc-8615-bab9ec514169.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Distillery District Food, Drink, and History Tour 4h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/distillery-district-food-drink-and-history-tour.a50469201.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Lexington: Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49657397/60f55ff5-ce7d-4e12-baf6-4581a358d388.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lexington: Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Walking Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lexington-bluegrass-cocktails-bites-walking-tour.a49657397.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Lexington: Brewery and Distillery Campus Tour with Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52132188/65fb16d2-5d09-408c-87a1-a53918b2309a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lexington: Brewery and Distillery Campus Tour with Tastings 1h Free cancellation available $15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lexington-brewery-and-distillery-campus-tour-with-tastings.a52132188.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Sound Bath Meditation in Lexington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46955086/4052a789-4f02-4c41-b8eb-db05a3e26a5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sound Bath Meditation in Lexington 1h 30m 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available $25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sound-bath-meditation-in-lexington.a46955086.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Bardstown: Limestone Branch Distillery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49092195/44f74064-2fb5-4d4c-b64b-7f10efddf485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bardstown: Limestone Branch Distillery Tour 1h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bardstown-limestone-branch-distillery-tour.a49092195.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) ![Tasting Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49729809/4b7a8aaa-c9ba-4ddb-84d9-e65d959349e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tasting Experience 1h 8/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tasting-experience.a49729809.activity-details?&rid=603003&location=Lexington&swp=off) 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_603003) ## Recommended things to do in Lexington | Number of things to do | 35 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!](/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358370.activity-details): $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Lexington: Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour and Scenic Bluegrass](/things-to-do/lexington-thoroughbred-horse-farm-tour-and-scenic-bluegrass.a4595288.activity-details)[From Lexington: Kentucky Horse Farms Tour](/things-to-do/from-lexington-kentucky-horse-farms-tour.a47879509.activity-details)[Buffalo Trace,Four Roses,Woodford,Bulleit Frontier/Stitzel, Castle&Key or J...](/things-to-do/buffalo-trace-four-roses-woodford-bulleit-frontier-stitzel-castle-key-or-jeptha.a5068932.activity-details)[Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms](/things-to-do/unique-horse-farm-tours-with-insider-access-to-private-farms.a674444.activity-details)[Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour](/things-to-do/lexington-downtown-walking-food-history-tour.a48408425.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!](/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358370.activity-details)[Bardstown: Limestone Branch Distillery Tour](/things-to-do/bardstown-limestone-branch-distillery-tour.a49092195.activity-details)[Mary Todd Lincoln House Guided Tour Ticket](/things-to-do/mary-todd-lincoln-house-guided-tour-ticket.a1358823.activity-details)[Mary Todd Lincoln House Self Guided Tour Ticket](/things-to-do/mary-todd-lincoln-house-self-guided-tour-ticket.a3317413.activity-details)[Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum](/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358355.activity-details) | | With kids | [From Lexington: Kentucky Horse Farms Tour](/things-to-do/from-lexington-kentucky-horse-farms-tour.a47879509.activity-details)[Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms](/things-to-do/unique-horse-farm-tours-with-insider-access-to-private-farms.a674444.activity-details)[Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!](/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358370.activity-details)[Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum](/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358355.activity-details)[Lexington Kentucky Bar Crawl](/things-to-do/lexington-kentucky-bar-crawl.a50824740.activity-details) | ## What to do in Lexington - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Lexington Sightseeing on a shoestring budget in Lexington? Spend time instead of money on terrific experiences. **University of Kentucky** \- Take in the creativity and design of this fantastic example of modern architecture. **Transylvania University** \- You'll feel like you've been transported back in time while wandering around this historic attraction. **Lexington Public Library** \- Open up your guidebook and discover why this place is worth adding to your itinerary. **Quest Community Church** \- Get an insight into the local faith at this holy site. **Legacy Trail** \- Be prepared for views that'll amaze you at this natural landscape. **Thoroughbred Park** \- If you enjoy spending time in the garden, this attraction will appeal to your green thumb. ### Things to Do in Lexington with Kids There are plenty of memorable experiences in Lexington that the entire gang will enjoy. These are some of the most popular [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=603003&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) around. - [Triple Crown Experience](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/triple-crown-experience.a2451940.activity-details) - [Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Lexington by Operation City Quest](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/operation-city-quest-scavenger-hunt-el-cajon-ca.a1237183.activity-details) - [Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour through Kentucky River Palisades](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/fully-guided-zipline-canopy-tour-through-kentucky-river-palisades.a2099343.activity-details) - [Half-Day Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour in Kentucky](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-thoroughbred-horse-farm-tour-in-kentucky.a1244744.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Lexington? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Lexington ![Kentucky Horse Park showing land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062603/def85b29-11a4-4658-9dd9-2740c5e40aee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kentucky Horse Park Experience the exciting worlds of horses and horseracing at this equine theme park with multiple museums in the middle of Kentucky’s horse country. [](https://expedia.com/Kentucky-Horse-Park-Lexington.d6062603.Vacation-Attraction) ![Panorama of an autumn, colorful lawn surrounded by buildings in downtown Lexington, Kentucky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062605/185f7d52-ee3c-4550-bf71-3939a597b217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Kentucky Explore the campus of University of Kentucky, during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Kentucky-Lexington.d6062605.Vacation-Attraction) ![Horse barn in Kentucky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062637/70731c8c-e6e3-4dbe-a5e4-fefcf830477a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Keeneland Racing Course Enjoy a trip to Keeneland Racing Course and popular activities like horseback riding in Lexington. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Keeneland-Racing-Course-Lexington.d6062637.Vacation-Attraction) ![The bottling line for the special single barrel Blantons Bourbon. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7262/a9276a3e-fd4a-44ad-bf04-3f76dcbda506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buffalo Trace Distillery You can take time to visit Buffalo Trace Distillery during your travels to Frankfort. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Buffalo-Trace-Distillery-Lexington.d553248621587339578.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial photograph of the Lexington, Kentucky skyline at night with the city alite.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062621/354fde05-f15e-4374-8922-0fe5690bdffb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rupp Arena Catch an event at Rupp Arena, and enjoy other activities in Lexington such as horseback riding. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Rupp-Arena-Downtown-Lexington.d6062621.Vacation-Attraction) ![Facades of modern architecture buildings in the midwest American city of Lexington in Kentucky.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173374/458c6839-92d8-434d-b960-f12da0ca8d07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lexington Convention Center Learn about the events happening at Lexington Convention Center during your trip to Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Convention-Center-Downtown-Lexington.d6173374.Vacation-Attraction) ![It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2054/91726926-a952-4f72-aa18-b91307d79b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fayette Mall You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fayette Mall during your stay in Lexington. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene, or seek out its horseback riding. [](https://expedia.com/Fayette-Mall-Lexington.d6163982.Vacation-Attraction) ![0_130598195](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062617/89df42d7-84c0-459d-aea1-6dfd9b93a545.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Kentucky Castle Enjoy a trip to The Kentucky Castle and popular activities like horseback riding in Versailles. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/The-Kentucky-Castle-Lexington.d6062617.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Lexington Opera House.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2054/073faf5b-c521-417d-9453-f4fda0d946c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lexington Opera House You can enjoy a show at Lexington Opera House during your stay in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Opera-House-Downtown-Lexington.d6173362.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Lexington ![4th of July festival](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2054/7d8ed79d-c6b3-4f9a-b6b3-4a11fe78893f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Lexington 4.5/5(27 area reviews) While visiting Downtown Lexington, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena. [](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Downtown-Lexington.dx553248635982135102) ![4th of July festival](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2054/7d8ed79d-c6b3-4f9a-b6b3-4a11fe78893f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northside District 4.5/5(81 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Northside District, Lexington Opera House and West Sixth Brewing are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Northside-District.dx553248635976469072) ![Aerial View Isolated on the State Capital City Downtown Frankfort Kentucky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480661/3efac8a2-1dc6-4123-b4c7-289478987b7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Liberty Area 4/5(418 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Liberty Area, Hamburg Place and Hamburg Pavilon are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Liberty-Area.dx553248635976480661) ![The first United Methodist church downtown Lexington.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2054/5b7b49e5-aeed-412d-be09-6bbe614133de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic South Hill 4/5(1 area review) While Historic South Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lexington Memorial Coliseum and Rupp Arena. [](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Historic-South-Hill.dx553248635976469701) ![Beaumont Center trail. A lovely trail behind the Beaumont farm apartments. Lovely day for a walk down the trail.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2054/db642022-6913-429b-bd0d-392787b10992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Beaumont Residential 4.5/5(77 area reviews) If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beaumont Residential and surrounding area, you can visit Kentucky Aviation Museum and Keeneland Racing Course. [](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Beaumont-Residential.dx553248635976471819) ![Amazing piece of art. Finally got to see it in person ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2054/d3ca1c23-97a4-4dd7-a777-641db2ae0cab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Martin Luther King If you're spending some time in Martin Luther King, Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center and Downtown Arts Center are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Lexington-Martin-Luther-King.dx553248635976479326) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Lexington.dx603003.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Lexington ![My view this morning ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3286/b093dfb2-7b0a-4f88-b166-5e1e6b4e954c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Richmond ![State Capitol of Kentucky, Frankfort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7262/79ab3808-92c3-4bc5-a5e9-d2406ad688e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Frankfort ![parc de versailles](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7459/804c0d04-fbf5-48ef-9309-6a5a6928b046.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Versailles ![MAY 9, 2023 - WINCHESTER, KENTUCKY - aerial view of historic small town of Winchester with Town Clocktower and historic storefronts and buildings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056879/31f89911-167f-41d8-88d6-62f9fb8763d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Winchester ![Kentucky Horse Farm](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7990/eb79dd26-0277-4f9c-9512-a8b109401c5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Georgetown ![Five thoroughbred horses grazing in a field.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9076/bd0f9886-b793-40f0-ab62-244d0f8c6ee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paris ![train bridge over the river](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10316/4961efea-e2ee-4e2f-860c-f716dbb6231f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wilmore ![Aerial view of Jessamine County Courthouse in Downtown Nicholasville, Kentucky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181401/3052a7de-980b-4dab-8c42-4493a3dfe5d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nicholasville ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lexington worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Lexington? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Lexington? ### Is three days enough to stay in Lexington? ### Is Lexington a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Lexington with kids? > - [From Lexington: Kentucky Horse Farms Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-lexington-kentucky-horse-farms-tour.a47879509.activity-details) > - [Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/unique-horse-farm-tours-with-insider-access-to-private-farms.a674444.activity-details) > - [Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358370.activity-details) > - [Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-rebecca-ruth-chocolate-tour-museum.a1358355.activity-details) > - [Lexington Kentucky Bar Crawl](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/lexington-kentucky-bar-crawl.a50824740.activity-details) ### What to do in Lexington for adults? 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