Kentucky Attractions
Arboretum
859.257.6955
500 Alumni Drive, Lexington, KY 40503
A botanical garden that features a variety of plants and trees. Running/walking paths winds throughout the gardens.
Arts Place
859.255.2951
161 North Mill St., Lexington, KY 40507
A multi-purpose arts center which houses a gallery showcasing Kentucky artists. It is also the site of free music and dance performances.
Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate
859.266.8581
120 Sycamore Rd., Lexington, KY 40502
The picturesque home of 19th-century statesman, Henry Clay. Sits on 20 beautiful acres.
Aviation Museum of Kentucky
859.231.1219
On Hanger drive off Airport Rd at the Bluegrass Airport.
Features restored historic aircraft, aviation memorabilia, and equipment, interactive displays, and a gift shop.
City of Berea
800.598.5263
Berea Tourism Center, 201 N. Broadway, Berea, KY 40403
The Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky. Berea is a graceful blend of southern hospitality and Appalachian tradition. Talk with one of 40 craftspersons or gallery owners in the friendly atmosphere of their studios. Berea features over 16 antique shops and 3 antique malls. Berea also offers a variety of places to dine from traditional Appalachian cuisine to soup and sandwich or an old-fashioned milkshake.
Camp Nelson Civil War Heritage Park
859.881.9126
6612 Danville Rd., Nicholasville, KY 40356
Camp Nelson was a union depot, enlistment camp, and African-American refugee camp in the 1860's. Tours, special events, and reenactments keep a visitor busy all day.
Keeneland Race Track
859.254.3412
4201 Versailles Rd., P.O. Box 1690, Lexington, KY 40588-1690
Keeneland is famous for its beautiful track and is a National Historic Landmark. Live thoroughbred racing is featured in April and October.
Kentucky Horse Park
859.233.4303
4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511
The park is a working horse farm on 1,200 acres. The Kentucky Horse Park features two museums, twin theatres, and 50 different breeds of horses.
Lexington Children's Museum
859.258.3253
440 W. Short Street, Lexington, KY 40507
A fun, hands-on discovery center and educational museum with more than 100 exhibits. Located in historic downtown Lexington.
Lexington Children's Theatre
859.254.4546
418 West Short Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Annually produces eight productions for children and their families. Located next to the children's museum in downtown Lexington.
Lexington Opera House
859.233.4567
430 West Vine Street, Lexington, KY 40507
A beautifully restored 1890's theatre featuring theatrical productions and musical events throughout the year.
Mary Todd Lincoln House
859.233.9999
578 West Main St., Lexington, KY 40507
The home of Abraham Lincoln's wife is a late Georgian style brick house. The 14-room house contains period furniture, family portraits, and furnishings from the Todd and Lincoln families.
McConnell Springs
859.225.4073
416 Rebmann Lane, Lexington, KY 40504
Originally a campsite for the first settlers in the Bluegrass, the santuary features trails, natural springs, limestone fences, and a quarry. Tours may be scheduled with a park naturalist.
Old Fort Harrod
859.734.3314
100 South College St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330
Fort Harrod is the oldest settlement in Kentucky. Craftspeople in period dress demonstrate frontier skills.
Raven Run Nature Sanctuary
859.272.6105
5888 Jacks Creek Pike, Lexington, KY 40515
470-acre nature sanctuary bordering the Kentucky River. Scenic hiking trails run throughout Raven Run.
The Red Mile Harness Track
859.255.0572
1200 Red Mile Rd., Lexington, KY 40504
The Red Mile is Lexington's oldest existing race track. Live harness racing is Thursday-Sunday from late July til early October.
Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
800.765.7464
I-75 at Exit 62 (US 25), Renfro Valley, KY 40473
Renfro Valley features live music shows each week, including top-name artists. They also have comedy shows, festivals and special events for the whole family.
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
800.734.5611
3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg, KY 40330
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is a completely restored Shaker community and living museum. The Village provides a hands on look into this unique community through costumed interpreters, exhibits, dining, and music. Hiking trails wind throughout the 2,800 acres of farmland.
Thoroughbred Center/Park
859.293.1853
3380 Paris Pike, Lexington, KY 40511
A working thoroughbred training facility where visitors can witness the exciting lives of horses and their trainers.
University of Kentucky Art Museum
859.257.5716
405 Rose St., Lexington, KY 40506-0241 (corner of Rose & Euclid)
The Museum houses nearly 4,000 permanent pieces: European and American paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, photographs, and decorative arts.
Whitaker Bank Ballpark
859.252.HITS
1200 North Broadway, Lexington KY 40507
Home of the Legends, Lexington's minor league baseball team. Season runs from April to September.
