Northside District Travel Guide
Lexington





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Popular places to visit

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.
Transylvania University
Explore the campus of Transylvania University during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
West Sixth Brewing
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at West Sixth Brewing during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Bluegrass Distillers Downtown Lexington
You can take time to visit Bluegrass Distillers Downtown Lexington during your travels to Lexington.
Explorium
Enjoy a trip to Explorium and popular activities such as horse riding in Lexington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Red Barn Radio
You can enjoy a show at Red Barn Radio during your trip to Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the 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 Northside District

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

Holiday Inn Express Lexington Horse Park Area by IHG
Great location and staff.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

The Manchester
Hotel and room was beautiful. Upscale without being snooty. Very clean. Check in staff were just okay. No water or anything offered. No ice on any floor and had to go down to bar for a glass of ice. Mini fridge is so packed w hotel beverages for purchase there is no room for your own. No iron/board ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly…. The convenience of have the Bistro downstairs was super. The food was great. Definitely will stay again next year when in town.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Elwood Hotel & Suites
The room was elegant and roomy, filled with light and added touches like real plants and marble window sills. The shower was amazing. The toiletries were lovely. And they put out coffee in the lobby at 7:00.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton
Terrible food. Nice staff. Overpriced
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Northside District

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 Rupp Arena.

West Suburb
While visiting West Suburb, you might make a stop by sights like Mary Todd Lincoln House and Explorium.

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.

Downtown Lexington
While visiting Downtown Lexington, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena.

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.

Georgetown
When in Georgetown, you can plan a visit to West Sixth Brewing and Rupp Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

