Start from 68 curated places around Lexington, KY, then choose the recommendations that fit your guests.
Restaurants & cafés
Honeywood
The flagship Kentucky bistro at Fritz Farm — bourbon-aged Old Fashioned, country ham deviled eggs, and a 'three pigs' sandwich that defines Lexington bistro food. Local sourcing runs through everything on the menu.
Coles 735 Main
A restored 1938 Main Street building turned upscale-Southern dinner room. Elevated takes on classic Kentucky proteins with a wine list that takes itself seriously.
Trails & outdoors
Raven Run Nature Sanctuary
A 730-acre nature sanctuary 20 minutes south of downtown with 10 miles of trails through meadows, creeks, and the Kentucky River bluffs. The headline outdoor experience in Lexington.
McConnell Springs Park
A 26-acre nature sanctuary marking the spring where Lexington was named in 1775. Paved walkways and limestone-spring pools at the literal birthplace of the city.
Things to do
Lexington Opera House
An 1887 Victorian theater downtown with 900 seats and a stage that hosts Broadway, ballet, and chamber music. The room is the show even between acts.
The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center
A 1948 East End theater that was a hub of African-American culture during segregation, now restored and active as a cultural and live-music venue. The history is part of the program.
Landmarks & sights
Keeneland Race Course
A 1936 limestone-and-grass racing course on the west edge of town, open daily even when racing is not. The April and October race meets are the local social calendar's anchors.
Kentucky Horse Park
A 1,200-acre working horse park north of downtown housing the International Museum of the Horse, the Hall of Champions, and live breed shows. Touristy in spots, but the breed parades are real.