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1. Keeneland ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Mary Todd Lincoln House ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Kentucky Horse Park

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4. Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Farm Tours

Tours in the Area
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5. Lexington Visitors Center

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6. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary

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7. The Arboretum

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8. Jacobson Park

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9. Waveland State Historic Site

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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10. Lexington Brewing and Distilling Company

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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11. Coles 735 Main

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12. The Aviation Museum of Kentucky

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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13. McConnell Springs

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Pies and Pints

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15. Godolphin at Jonabell Farm

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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16. The Hunt-Morgan House

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17. Institute 193

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18. Headley-Whitney Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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19. Azur Restaurant, Lexington, KY

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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20. Old Kentucky Chocolates Tour

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21. The Merrick Inn

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • A famous destination for horse racing enthusiasts, Lexington is a charming Southern city with a choice of attractions and unique restaurants.
  • Visit Keeneland, tour the horse stables at Kentucky Horse Park, take a romantic walk through the Arboretum, or rent a pedal-boat in Jacobson Park.
  • History buffs can tour the childhood home of Mary Todd Lincoln and Waveland State Historic Site.

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Lexington, Kentucky Weather by Month:

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 42 23 3.5 Cold & Snowy
February 46 26 3.2 Cold & Snowy
March 57 34 4.0 Chilly & Rainy
April 70 44 3.8 Mild & Rainy
May 80 54 4.2 Pleasant
June 87 63 4.5 Warm & Humid
July 89 68 4.8 Hot & Humid
August 87 66 4.2 Warm & Humid
September 78 54 3.8 Mild & Pleasant
October 65 41 3.2 Cool & Crisp
November 53 31 3.5 Chilly & Rainy
December 43 24 3.3 Cold & Snowy

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