Downtown Lexington
Lexington
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 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
Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour
Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms
Distillery District Food & History Tour in Lexington
Bites of the Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Tour
Seasonal Cooking and Entertaining with The Mischief Maker
Lexington: Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Lexington
Hilton Lexington/Downtown
Lady on duty at checkout ruined it. She should not be in the hospitality industry. Not a pleasant person.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Lexington
We stayed there because it is extremely convenient to get to Rupp without fighting traffic. Nice and clean and the staff was friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Staff were friendly and efficient. Dinner at the bar was excellent and we had a great time conversing with the bartender.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Lexington Marriott City Center
Very clean room. Great staff.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Sire Hotel Lexington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Always a sure thing when on Lexington
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Manchester
Clean room. But only one of the outlets worked, so changing our phones was a pain. The room was nice. The staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
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 Rupp Arena and Lexington Opera House.
Martin Luther King
If you're spending some time in Martin Luther King, Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center and The Kentucky Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Northside District
While visiting Northside District, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and West Sixth Brewing.
Columbia Heights
When in Columbia Heights, you can plan a visit to Kroger Field and Ashland Henry Clay Estate, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Distillery District
While visiting Distillery District, you might make a stop by sights like Barrel House Distilling and James E. Pepper Distillery.
