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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Soular Massage offers therapeutic massage services with a touch of luxury. We provide free hot stones and aromatherapy at no extra charge, and we also offer couples massage, paraffin dips and salt scrubs for hands and feet. Reiki sessions are available as well.

Attraction type: Spa
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Part thoroughbred race course, part sales company and considered one of America's most beautiful tracks, Keeneland is known for its well-designed and meticulous landscaping. The grounds consist of the paddock, a prep area where visitors can view horses up-close just before the race and a combination of dirt and turf race tracks.

Attraction type: Racecourse
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 33 attractions in Lexington
Attraction type: Winery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Mary lived there from 1832 to 1839 and she and Lincoln supposedly spent some time there but the house has been completely refinished since then.  Aside from an occasional jewelry case, coffee table or

Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 33 attractions in Lexington

The home of celebrated statesman Henry Clay, a 600-acre estate that once grew hemp, tobacco and grain is now a museum and National Historic Landmark, where visitors can tour the 18-room mansion, grounds and beautiful gardens.

Attraction type: Nature reserve; Historic home; Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Here's a museum where you can touch and play with everything! Explorium of Lexington is a fun and dynamic hands-on learning environment that inspires imagination and curiosity for kids of all ages. Open Tuesday - Saturday from 10AM to 5PM and Sundays from 1 to 5PM. Closed Mondays. Admission is $6 per person.

Attraction type: Children's museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Established in 1824, this is considered one of America's most beautifully landscaped cemeteries.

Attraction type: Cemetery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Horse enthusiasts and other visitors can meet and pet their favorite breeds at this 12,000-acre working horse farm dedicated to celebrating man's relationship with the majestic creatures. The park features two museums, twin theaters and nearly 50 different breeds of horses.

Attraction type: Sports complex; Amusement/theme park; Sports museum; Speciality museum; State park; Park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Home of the Lexington Legends, the Houston Astros' Class A affiliate in the South Atlantic League.

Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Sports and entertainment center seats 23,600 spectators and serves as home to the University of Kentucky Men's Basketball team.

Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 33 attractions in Lexington
Attraction type: Park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Experience 19th century plantation life at this historic compound where you can tour the mansion or "big house," see quarters where slaves lived, visit a smokehouse and other elements of daily life in the Old South.

Attraction type: Historic village; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Explore the history and legends of the American Saddlebred, Kentucky's only native breed, at this museum which includes various exhibits and an award winning multi-image show, "Saddlebred for America."

Attraction type: Speciality museum; History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Don your walking or hiking shoes and follow the trails through this 350-acre tract of land complete with forests, creeks, meadows, wildflowers and historic and geological landmarks.

Attraction type: Nature reserve; Nature centre
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 33 attractions in Lexington
Attraction type: Convention centre
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 33 attractions in Lexington
Attraction type: Theatre
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 33 attractions in Lexington
Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 33 attractions in Lexington

A running store with a knowledgable staff which can direct out-of-towners to a number of good running routes.

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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 33 attractions in Lexington

Take a tour behind the scenes to learn what a typical day is like for a racehorse.

Attraction type: Educational site; Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 33 attractions in Lexington

The most famous of all bluegrass farms, Calumet has won a record nine Kentucky Derby crowns.

Attraction type: Farm
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