Wilmore, KY

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train bridge over the river
train bridge over the river
This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
Looking up Kentucky river at a tributary offshoot that has completely different coloring.

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Where to stay in Wilmore

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.

High Bridge

While High Bridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill and Peninsula Golf Course.

High Bridge
The Manchester

The Manchester

4 out of 5
941 Manchester St Lexington KY
$228 nightly
The price is $265 total per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
$265 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,161 reviews)
Friendly and attentive staff. Great location, bar and onsite restaurant.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

The Manchester
Hyatt Regency Lexington

Hyatt Regency Lexington

3.5 out of 5
401 W High St Lexington KY
$144 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$167 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
Room was great! Staff was awesome. Being able to go into Rupp without going outside, the best.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Hyatt Regency Lexington
Elwood Hotel & Suites

Elwood Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
444 Parkway Drive Lexington KY
$98 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$113 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,024 reviews)
Room great! Atmosphere great!

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Elwood Hotel & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
2 or 3 Bedroom/Baths House in Andover Convenient to All of Lexington

2 or 3 Bedroom/Baths House in Andover Convenient to All of Lexington

Lexington KY
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews)
Host and House

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

2 or 3 Bedroom/Baths House in Andover Convenient to All of Lexington
1890's charm on Bourbon Trail- 7 distilleries w/in 25min! Bourbon Room in house!

1890's charm on Bourbon Trail- 7 distilleries w/in 25min! Bourbon Room in house!

Lawrenceburg KY
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Lawrenceburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions T.B. Ripy House and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
Overall very happy with the accommodations. Great overall spaces (especially the sitting room). Only critical feedback would be sharpening the knives (dull knives can be dangerous) and there is a noisy chase in one of the rooms when the heat turned on. Thank you for hosting us! We had a great ...

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

1890's charm on Bourbon Trail- 7 distilleries w/in 25min! Bourbon Room in house!
Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Red Mile Racetrack and Kroger Field ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (148 reviews)
We enjoyed this step back into time by staying at the Morrison cabin. The host provided wonderful ambience with a live Christmas wreath on the front door & a small tree indoors. The kitchen was well stocked with nice dishes & glassware. We used the combo coffee pot & espresso machine. The location ...

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Wilmore

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friendly, and accommodating. We were ther for the 127 yard sale.

5/5 - Excellent

Ralph

Wilmore is beautiful and feels like home. Everyone I met was amazing and very nice. Simply an amazing little town!

3/5 - Okay

NieHaoMa

Very little to do and and see - though the surrounding area is pure Kentucky beautiful countryside.

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