We did a tour and it was INCREDIBLE!!! Our tour guide was FANTASTIC!! We got to pet and feed…read moremultiple horses! LOVED IT!

I have never done a horse farm tour and I have lived in Lexington for a bit of my life. I would…read morehave to say this is a must! I learned so much about the horses life after the track and how breeding works. We did the tour of the stallions, they also offer a tour of the baby's and mamas. It just depends on which you want to do because they are about a hour long. Be prepared to walk and for the unpredictable weather as parts are outside. It was so cool, we met freight line and he let us pet him. The staff was so sweet and knowledgeable and had brochures for us to take home which was so cool! I think any horse enthusiasts or even if you just want to enjoy and be a tourist in your state this would be amazing.

Taylor Made is an absolutely beautiful representation of Horse Country! I can't wait to go back…read morewhen everything is green, lush, and in bloom. The stallion area feels regal yet somber up on the hilltop, just beyond the graveyard. We learned that horses are typically buried only as a head, heart, and hooves, with the rest of the body being cremated and given to the owner (except in extreme cases like Man O'War); mares and stallions are buried separately, which is some kind of tradition. We also got to see one of the mother and baby barns, with lots of newborn foals and pregnant mamas out in the fields. Absolutely magical! Our visit was part of a special event, therefore we didn't get to see what the general public normally does (probably a visitors center of some sort). Instead we saw a small, cramped office space and watched a very strange video that was more about nepotism than the outstanding horses and beautiful countryside. I found it quite odd and uninspiring. Nevertheless, a fantastic experience that I would recommend to anyone, local or tourist alike.

This beautiful Jessamine County farm is a family affair, owned and operated by the four Taylor…read morebrothers. Founded in 1976, 1600 acres of land is home to stallions, broodmares and foals. In addition to being a successful thoroughbred breeding operation, they are one of the top sales consignors. Triple Crown winner American Pharoah was raised on the farm.

The staff is always very friendly, despite what others may have you believe. They aren't going to…read morehold your hand or baby you, but they'll show you how to have a good time. Everything is very reasonably priced and it's always a fun spot for a weekend night!

This 63.,000 square feet building is loaded with activities! Activities include rage room, slot car…read moretrack, RC drift car track, axe and star throwing, go karts, billiards, skew ball, arcade games, VR, gel ball, and even a children's play area. There's a food and bar area if you require sustenance during your play time here. The place usually opens at 2pm, but will open earlier for an extra free for private events.

Mr. and Mrs.Miller the owners of Alexanderia Cruz have to be the friendliest people me and my…read morefamily have ever rented kayaks off of here in Kentucky, and they also charter boat rides and have a food truck, and they cook up some delicious food let me tell y'all omg it's good! Plus they are very affordable and supper friendly and very professional! If your looking to not break the bank this summer and just wanna get out of the house and have some fun with the kids, than call them up and make reservations for the family to have a fun filled day out on the lake, and tell them that Amanda and her husband John sent you!!!!!!!

The absolute perfect place for a relaxing nature walk or run! Everything about the Arboretum is so…read morenaturally beautiful and lush. There are so many different trails and paths to wander on and discover, and everything is incredibly well maintained. If you're in the mood to learn, there is so much fascinating information and history woven throughout the grounds that makes the experience even more enriching. For me, every perfect day would include a walk at the Arboretum. Highly recommend to anyone looking to escape and reconnect with nature!

It's been a long time since I've been to The Arboretum. I decided on a brief early morning walk…read more It's lovely to be surrounded by green space. No noise, no traffic. Tai Chi walking, purposefully slow and meditative. It's good for you. Try it. 74

A nice mostly quiet place for a hike. The paths range from a…read moreshort leisurely stroll with the family to a real workout getting ready for an Iron Man Marathon. And a good assortment in between. I've seen lots of wild critters on these walks. The park used to host learning to camp outings. I don't know if they started them again since covid. If you're interested, especially for the youngsters, ask. They used to host nature walks. The spring flowers were a big hit. The staff and exhibits are great. This is a great asset for the area. Enjoy it.

Well worth a visit - accessible and well maintained. Trails climb to a scenic overlook of the…read moreKentucky River, with miles more to hike.

This is specifically for their "owner's experience" tour, a tour that allows you to go behind the…read morescenes, where generally only owners are allowed. We got to see the stables, got to see the horses get saddled, got to meet companion ponies. We got to be on the rail in the winners circle to see a race, then be there when the winning horse and jockey entered the circle and the prize was awarded. Our guide was Carol Sue, who was a pistol of a lady. She was so knowledgeable and sharp, and had great answers to all our questions. She showed us all the VIP areas and shared tons of facts about Keeneland. She explained exactly what all the terms in the program meant and how to decipher all the stats (jockey's win percentages, horses records etc). She supplied all sorts of cool facts about racing. I only took one photo the entire tour because I was so focused on all the interesting things Carol Sue was saying that I didn't even think about it. She truly had us living in the moment, which is no small feat in 2026. I would purchase green lot parking for this tour, which costs around 20 bucks (I didn't know this ahead of time). Otherwise you have to park in general parking, the meadow or on the hill, and take the shuttle in, which adds time and is a pain. From some places, you can walk, as it's only like 1/2 a mile, but not all patrons are capable of that. I have been to Keeneland as a regular spectator. While there is no dress code, people do tend to dress up in the southern fashion (hats, dresses, blazers). But honestly, don't feel compelled. Some people show up in jeans and tees. I used to be one of those people who wanted to be on the rail (crowds, no seating unless you bring your own chairs). But now I would buy seating in the stands. Much more comfortable. Food and drinks are expensive, as expected. A 12 ounce water is 5 dollars. There are restaurants on site, but I've never tried them because better and cheaper food are available. FYI: you can also attend the auctions, where racing hopefuls recently brought in almost half a billion dollars. The owner's experience is 75 dollars per person and requires signing a digital waiver. Totally worth it to see the inner workings of one of the world's most prominent racetracks. And one more shout out to Carol Sue, a true bad ass!

A great horse racing venue with beautiful grounds. Appreciate you can watch morning horse training…read morefor free with easy parking The staff at betting windows is not interested in helping show you the app and many areas of the venue are closed though unless a major event. A bit more personable care and interaction would make it 5 stars

It was too beautiful of a day in February to not try to get in a hike. Decided to head out on the…read moreJohn Holder Trail. The trails were pretty muddy after the snow melt but it was worth it. I would rate it a moderately easy there and back trail but with some beautiful views of the Lower Howard River. Total round trip is just under 3 miles. There is a point that you do cross the river so make sure you have either waterproof hiking boots or the river is low enough to get across. Please don't try to cross if it is deep or flowing fast. Nobody wants to get hurt or wet. There are some elevation changes and several historical sites. For this hike there was a lot of pretty ice hanging off the cliffs. There is a waterfall but that's off property so you shouldn't hike there. And after a day of hiking you can get soon food at Halls On The River and enjoy the scenery from there. As for parking, I usually park across the street from Halls but there is parking behind Halls too.

I must write a review of the area and the beginning of the trail to alert future hikers that it is…read moretemporarily closed due to abuse, vandalism/garbage. People were loud and using the creek as a pool, spray painting and damaging the trail/trashing the area. So, if you are headed down to hike on the John Holder Trail, as we were, you will find it closed. The area itself is lovely. Hall's on the River is great (and open during Covid), you can still canoe on the river, and the fort is close by and well worth a visit.