Lexington

Lexington, home of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010, is the second largest city in Kentucky. Located in central Kentucky in Fayette County, Lexington is often referred to as the “Horse Capital of the World” and for good reason. The Kentucky Horse Park, host of the WEG, is a 1,200 sqft equestrian center, working horse farm and educational center. Keeneland Race Course ranks as one of the greatest thoroughbred tracks in the country and home to quarterly horse sales that attracted buyers from around the world. The Red Mile is one the most famous harness racing tracks and the second oldest in the country. With its history steeped in horse tradition and numerous horse farms, many that offer tours, it’s no wonder that Lexington was chosen as the site of the World Equestrian Games in 2010.

If you need a break from all the horses, Lexington has a lot to offer its visitors, from museums such as the Aviation Museum, Mary Todd Lincoln House and The Headley-Whitney Museum; to sporting events from the University of Kentucky’s athletic program and the Kentucky Legends baseball team, a minor league affiliate of the Houston Astros.

Lexington and Nearby Airports
Lexington - Bluegrass Airport
Louisville – Standiford Field
Cincinnati – Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport

Lexington Public Transportation
LexTran – Transit Authority of Lexington

Lexington Television Stations
NBC – WLEX 18
CBS – WKYT 27
ABC – WTVQ 36
FOX – WDKY 56

Lexington Newspaper
Lexington Herald Leader – Kentucky.com

Lexington Government
Lexington/Fayette Urban County Government

Lexington Visitors and Convention Bureau
301 East Vine Street
Open 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday - Friday
http://www.visitlex.com

Dining
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Shopping
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Attractions
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