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There are many exciting attractions thoughout the Lexington Kentucky area. Your stay at the Ramada will be the start of an unforgettable stay in the Lexington area.
We have listed some of the top attractions in the Lexington area. For more information, on the Lexington Bluegrass area please visit
www.visitlex.com
Aviation Museum of Kentucky
Hangar Drive, Lexington, KY (859) 231-1219
This museum features restored historic aircraft, aviation artifacts and equipment, interactive displays and a gift shop.
Keeneland Race Course
P.O. Box 1690, 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, KY 40592
(800) 456-3412 or (859) 254-3412
With its tranquil setting and lovely stone fences and buildings, this national historic landmark is one of the most genteel and beautiful racetracks in the world. Live Thoroughbred racing takes place April and October. No racing on Mondays or Tuesdays.
Kentucky Horse Center
3380 Paris Pike, Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 293-1853
At this working Thoroughbred training facility, visitors can go behind the scenes to learn about a normal working day in the lives of Thoroughbreds and those who train and care for them.
Kentucky Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Pike, Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 233-4303
Dedicated to man's relationship with the horse, the Kentucky Horse Park is unlike any other park in the world -- a showcase of museums, galleries, theaters, and working farm exhibits. More than 45 breeds of horses graze upon its lush pastures.
Lexington Center/Rupp Arena
430 West Vine Street, Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 233-4567
This downtown complex includes a hotel, retail center and convention halls, as well as Rupp Arena, home court of the University of Kentucky Wildcats Men's Basketball Team.
Lexington Children's Museum
401 West Main Street (Victorian Square) Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 258-3253
"Hands-on" is the philosophy at this museum. Seven galleries feature exhibits about nature, the human heart, world geography and culture, archaeology and Lexington history.
Old Kentucky Chocolates
450 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 278-4444 or (800) 786-0579
Old Kentucky Chocolates has been making candy in the Bluegrass for more than a quarter of a century and is best known for its delicious Bourbon Chocolates and Bourbon Cherries, both made with 100-proof Jim Beam Kentucky Bourbon.
Transylvania University
300 North Broadway, Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 233-8120
"Transy," established in 1780, is the oldest college west of the Allegheny Mountains. Alumni include 50 U.S. senators; 36 governors; Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy; and Texas pioneer Stephen Austin.
University of Kentucky
Visitor Center located at the UK Student Center
(off Avenue of Champions) Lexington, KY 40506
(859) 257-9000
Founded in 1865, the University of Kentucky is the largest public university in the state, educating more than 24,000 students each semester. Home of the UK Wildcats. | 
