Downtown Lexington Travel Guide
Lexington
Visit Downtown Lexington
Popular places to visit
Rupp Arena
Catch an event at Rupp Arena and enjoy other activities in Lexington such as horse riding.Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Lexington Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Lexington Convention Center during your trip to Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Lexington Opera House
You can get tickets for a performance at Lexington Opera House during your stay in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Mary Todd Lincoln House
You can learn about the history of Lexington with a trip to Mary Todd Lincoln House. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Lexington Visitors Center
Lexington Visitors Center is just one of the places to see in Lexington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area or seek out the horse riding.
Thoroughbred Park
After visiting Thoroughbred Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lexington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms
Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour
Bites of the Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Tour
Distillery District Food & History Tour in Lexington
2-Hour Guided Walking Art and Appetizers Tour in Lexington
Top hotels in Downtown Lexington
Hyatt Regency Lexington
Staff was great! Rooms were accommodating
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
21c Museum Hotel Lexington
The rooms are nice. Location is great! We have stayed at many different hotels in Lexington. This one is one of my favorites. It’s quiet at night (I think Lexington can be a little loud with cars at night) but these rooms are very quiet. The art exhibit is great bonus and fun to explore. Would highly ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hilton Lexington/Downtown
For a high end hotel it wasn't maintained very well. The caulk in the shower looked terrible. The shower curtain was too short so water was everywhere after the shower. A plastic water guard in the shower was broken also. Water pressure was low in the shower as well. I bumped a shelf in the bathroom ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
The Sire Hotel Lexington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Gorgeous boutique hotel with all the ammenities. Walkable to everything in the center of town.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Lexington Marriott City Center
Very nice
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Lexington City Center
Great room set up very clean
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lexington
Historic South Hill
While Historic South Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lexington Memorial Coliseum and Rupp Arena.
Martin Luther King
If you're spending some time in Martin Luther King, Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center and Downtown Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
West Suburb
While visiting West Suburb, you might make a stop by sights like Mary Todd Lincoln House and Explorium.
North Upper Street
Though North Upper Street may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lexington Opera House and Mary Todd Lincoln House.
Northside District
While visiting Northside District, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and West Sixth Brewing.
Bell Court
When in Bell Court, you can plan a visit to Ashland Henry Clay Estate and Singletary Center for the Arts, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
