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Area Guide

Explore Lexington like a local.

From horse country landmarks to downtown entertainment, our location makes it easy to experience Lexington’s best.

GuestHouse Lexington near downtown
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University of Kentucky

About 4.5 mi · Campus events, tours, and Wildcats games.

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Rupp Arena

About 4.6 mi · Concerts, family shows, and sports.

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Town Branch Distillery

About 5.2 mi · Bourbon tastings and tours.

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Red Mile Gaming & Racing

About 5.8 mi · Historic harness racing.

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Hamburg Pavilion

2 mi · Shopping and dining.

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Kentucky Horse Park

About 11.5 mi · Top equestrian attraction in the U.S.

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Keeneland Race Course

About 12.1 mi · Legendary horse racing.

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Bluegrass Airport (LEX)

About 12 mi · Easy access to arrivals and departures.

Dining recommendations

Need a recommendation? Our front desk is happy to help you find your next meal.

  • 🍴Local BBQ and Southern comfort classics
  • 🍴Downtown coffee shops and bakeries
  • 🍴Family-friendly restaurants near I-75
  • 🍴Bourbon bars and craft cocktail lounges
Warm welcome at GuestHouse Lexington

Places of Interest

Plan your Lexington itinerary.

Rupp Arena

2430 W. Vine St., Lexington, KY

Home of the University of Kentucky Wildcats and a hub for concerts and events.

Town Branch Distillery

401 Cross St., Lexington, KY

Award-winning brewing and distilling with guided tours and tastings.

Red Mile Gaming & Racing

1200 Red Mile Rd., Lexington, KY

The second oldest harness racing track in the world with year-round events.

Kentucky Horse Park

4089 Iron Works Pkwy., Lexington, KY

An equine destination with museums, breed showcases, and family activities.

Keeneland Race Course

4201 Versailles Rd., Lexington, KY

Historic race track with live racing in April and October.

Woodford Reserve Distillery

7855 McCracken Pike, Versailles, KY

Iconic bourbon distillery offering tours and tastings.