Downtown Lexington Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Lexington
Popular places to visit
Lexington Opera House
You can get tickets for a performance 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.
Lexington Visitors Center
Lexington Visitors Center is just one of the places to see in Lexington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area or seek out the horse riding.
Victorian Square Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Victorian Square Mall during your visit to Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Thoroughbred Park
After visiting Thoroughbred Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lexington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Kentucky Horse Park
Kentucky Horse Park is a popular place to visit in Lexington and nearby activities include horse riding. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
University of Kentucky
Take a campus tour or just explore the area 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.
Activities
Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms
Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour
Bites of the Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Tour
Distillery District Food & History Tour in Lexington
Lexington: Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Walking Tour
Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!
Our pick of the best Downtown Lexington Hotel Deals
Hilton Lexington/Downtown
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Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Lexington
Outstanding front desk staff, wait staff in the restaurant including room service, bartender was top notch.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Sire Hotel Lexington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Absolutely beautiful hotel, with parking on the grounds! Historic hotel, all the charm, amazing little seating area out front with a fire, chairs and swing. Out back, there was another fire place, with tables and chairs to enjoy drinks and company with amazing ambiance. Really, a great place and ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott Lexington City Center
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Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Spark by Hilton Lexington Hamburg
It was enjoyable stay at a fair price. I'd stay here should I need to be in the area.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Quality Inn Lexington -Horse Park
The room was very clean as was the hotel. A quick trip to The Kentucky Horse Park where I was competing. It was very quiet. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lexington
Martin Luther King
If you're spending some time in Martin Luther King, Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center and The Kentucky Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Historic South Hill
While Historic South Hill may 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.
North Upper Street
Though North Upper Street may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena.
Northside District
While visiting Northside District, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and Hunt-Morgan House.
Distillery District
While visiting Distillery District, you might make a stop by sights like Barrel House Distilling and James E. Pepper Distillery.
Columbia Heights
When in Columbia Heights, you can plan a visit to Lexington Memorial Coliseum and Kroger Field, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
