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

The Red Mile is one of Lexington's most iconic spots, and it absolutely delivers on atmosphere,…read moreentertainment, and hospitality. Whether you're here for the historic harness racing, the gaming floor, or just a fun night out, the energy is always lively without ever feeling overwhelming. The staff could have been a bit more friendly and helpful. I had a few questions since it was my first time and they acted like it was inconvenient to answer them. Thus, the four star review. The facility is clean, easy to navigate, and has plenty of options for food, drinks, and entertainment. It's the kind of place where you can settle in, relax, and enjoy yourself for a few hours. Between the racing, the gaming, and the great service, The Red Mile is a Lexington classic that's well worth a visit. I'll definitely be back.

My husband and I recently moved to the area. We started coming here for fun. We aren't big spenders…read morebut we do save up enough between trips to make it worth while. At first we did ok but here are a few things I have noticed: 1. They make it confusing to enter drawings. (+You have to spend $$$ before you can) 2. They have now limited your free cash and it has to be spent in 7 days or you lose it. 3. The front desk has some staff members that can be rude. 4. The games are very tight and we have heard others complain. 5. What used to be a fun outing is no longer fun :( I think we will now save up to go elsewhere which is a shame because this is closer but I think if the perks were better we would still be going. :/.

I can't say enough about Old Friends. It's just wonder how the Founder, Michael Blowen, President,…read moreJohn Nicholson, and their entire staff have dedicated their lives to taking care of these fabulous Thoroughbred's. The staff is very informative and friendly. They take their time providing detailed history of each horse you see. We were able to pet a couple and feed all of them. Remember, put the carrot on an open/flat palm. We met Silver Charm, the oldest Living Kentucky Derby winner. We met Preakness Stakes Winners, I'll Have Another and Big Brown. We also met Hall of Fame, Lava Man. Over $150 equine athletes in the facility. I will return someday soon to do the Founders Tour!! Thank you for a memorable day with one of my favorite animals that God created.

Just go. A wonderfully caring facility providing a great place for retired horses to live. Very…read moreknowledgeable and thorough guide made our afternoon very memorable

Came here because a friend organized this for a birthday weekend celebration. Such a great place to…read morevisit in Lexington. You'll learn so much about horses, and the local horse racing history. Entry is about $28 per adult, less for kids, and is valid for two days back-to-back. The park is self guided and offers scheduled events--the one we went to was guided by a horse trainer. And she answered many questions! My highlight was meeting the Puerto Rican horse, the Paso fino! What a treat.

An evening at the Kentucky Horse Park with "Horses & Symphony". What a lovely event! Perfect…read moreweather to enjoy music outdoors. Not to forget a visit with the Park's gorgeous police hoses. If you're not taking advantage of the events at the Park you're missing out. 100

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.

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

Visiting Claiborne Farm was fun and educational. We did the walking tour with one of the handlers…read morewho gave us great knowledge about the Thoroughbred racing industry and some of the farm's famed horses such as Secretariat, Round Table, Mr. Prospector, and more. We had the chance to see some of the current stallions such as Silver State, Blame, and War Front. It was so cool to see some of these majestic stallions right in front of us and even pet/feed a few! We of course had to pay our visit to the cemetery and see some of the legends. It's very apparent that Claiborne Farm loves their horses and cares for them deeply. It's a beautiful piece of property as well.

Amazing tour, learned a lot and loved the horses! Absolutely beautiful farm! Highly recommend! Easy…read morewalking and worth the drive there.

Winstar Farm is a large commercial breeding farm standing many notable stallions, including Pioneer…read moreof the Nile, the sire of Triple Crown winner American Pharoah. Many horses are bred to race in the colors of the farm. Horses are shown in the middle of the large barn where they are housed. Photos can be difficult to take due to the ceiling lights which cause extensive glare. There is now a gift shop where you can purchase souvenirs such as t-shirts, jackets, etc.

Mary page was an exceptional host and made our tour so interesting. Definitely worth the cost and…read morewe really enjoyed our time on their beautiful farm.

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.

Have to say we were very disappointed of our experience with our first Breeders Cup event this Nov…read more 2022. I have been to Keeneland many times and have always had a wonderful experience so not sure who dropped the ball here. There was 6 of us that purchased tickets for Sat race in the Silk Lawn Chalet, tickets were $450 / person which included food and table services, TV screen, betting windows, bar and bathroom. Our thoughts were with only occupancy for 2500 people it would be a better experience then the crowds, potential service in general admission for $75. we were wrong..... The TV's didn't work majority of the time, we never saw table service, the bars rain out of water, soda water and many alcoholic beverages. The food was terrible, and the choice of food seemed questionable, pork is the most widely not eaten food, by religious and ethnic groups, and then salmon? which again is a fish 50% like and the rest don't. To add to that considering flu, covid and just the cost of the tickets, you would think they could afford to have people serving at the buffet line. We had two vegetarians in our party and most things were gone, not to mention concerns of health and sanitation. After getting over the fact most wouldn't be eating that day, then the TV's and betting machine went down. Most people I spoke to were very disappointed and were placing bets on their phone. I also spoke to people that had been to this chalet in 2015 and 2018 and said they had a much better experience. Other friends that were in different chalet and general admission, stated a better menu choice, no issues with TV or betting machine. In fact our friends in general admission stated there were some outside food vendors and lines were only about 10 min waits. In summary, based on my conversations, what ever changes you made in 2022 over previous years with the Silk Lawn Chalet were an Epic Fail! What was suppose to be marking one more thing of the bucket list was a complete disappointment! Disappointed from Florida.

We have a horse here so I was lucky enough to visit and stay at this glorious farm for a night…read more It's mainly a breeding farm with 70+ broodmares. It is foaling season now so there are many darling babies, with their wobbly little legs, coming into this world nearly everyday until around late May or so. They are closely protected by their mamas and monitored by the farm staff around the clock. You can't deny that God exists when you are witness to such perfection; and to boot, one of these hopefuls could be future KY Derby, Breeders, OR Triple Crown winners. It's such an amazing experience, it's really hard to put into words. Many thanks to the Endeavor team for the KY hospitality!