Tours & Activities in Lexington

Enjoy an unforgettable tour in Lexington’s famous Bluegrass region and see beautiful Kentucky countryside including a visit to Thoroughbred horse farms and world-famous Keeneland Race Course.

Embark on a spirited journey through the vibrant echoes of Lexington's East End, where each step reveals layers of history, culture, and intrigue. You'll indulge in expertly mixed cocktails and plates prepared by local chefs while your knowledgeable guide weaves a tapestry of captivating tales, transporting you through time. Discover a fascinating connection between Kentucky and Japan, forged by visionary entrepreneurs. Hear the thundering hooves of black horsemen who once dominated the sport of kings on the sprawling track that once graced Downtown's East End. Unravel the mystery behind a vault laden with tear gas nestled within a local showroom, a relic of bygone days with stories waiting to be told. With each revelation, you'll find yourself drawn deeper into the captivating narrative of Lexington's East End, a place where history and mystery intertwine to create an unforgettable experience.

Explore the 18-room mansion of Ashland while learning about the life and legacy of Henry Clay, one of Kentucky's most famous statesmen. Choose from several tour options which each give a deeper context to Clay's legacy and American History.

Join us in the lively Distillery District for a journey in time you won't forget! Town Branch Creek won't be the only thing flowing as we sip on limestone filtered bourbons, sample long-standing Kentucky cuisine, and explore the stories behind this revitalized piece of Lexington's history. You'll sample cider, farm-to-table fare, German inspired bites, sophisticated cocktails, Kentucky staples like burgoo, award-winning ice cream, and the bourbon that built this 25 acre property, all while hearing well-researched history woven into a day filled with fun and new friends!

Visit 3 horse attractions in the Lexington area and receive insider knowledge from your local guide. Join this insightful tour to become immersed in Kentucky's horse culture and interact with them.

This is our most requested tour! We've curated 3 unique venues that we believe highlight the best that Kentucky has to offer. With the help of one of our experienced guides, your group will experience Central Kentucky’s famous bourbon, wine and thoroughbred industries first hand - all in one day.

Join us in the Distillery District for Kentucky farm-to-table cuisine, limestone-filtered bourbons, and an exploration into the history behind this revitalized piece of Lexington!

Join us on an unforgettable journey through Lexington's haunted history! We'll visit some of the city's most infamous haunted sites to share the chilling tales of restless spirits and unexplained phenomena that have plagued these locales for centuries. Uncover the secrets preserved in historic buildings, spirits and dead bodies at Gratz Park, and murder cases that remain unsolved, even today. As we go, we'll savor local cuisine and cocktails for a truly unique experience that will leave you dying to come back!

Embark on a journey through the heart of Downtown Lexington, where history and farm-to-table flavors intertwine for an afternoon of fun exploration.

Come with us as we explore 3 of Lexington's premier craft distilleries. Perfect for the group that needs entertaining for a few short hours, we'll transport you from distillery to distillery to learn about both beer and bourbon. Each guest will receive a guided tasting of different spirits at each location. This is not a private experience, must bring a valid 21+ ID.

Travel only 25-minutes south of Bardstown and visit the home of Yellowstone Bourbon, the Limestone Branch Distillery. Experience the craft of making bourbon, rye whiskey, and enjoy a tasting too.

Are you a sportsman looking for a full day of fun? Our Clay Pigeon tour starts with trapshooting clay pigeons at the Blue Grass Sportsmen's League before stopping for lunch and ends with visiting 3 horse farm attractions. Guaranteed to be a great day of fun for men and ladies alike. A minimum of 4 guests is required, otherwise, the tour will be cancelled.

Discover Lexington's eerie past on a thrilling walking tour! Visit haunted sites, hear ghost stories, and uncover chilling secrets. Ideal for thrill-seekers and history buffs.

The Lexington scavenger hunt players will use an app to find objects around the city to collect points, and complete fun challenges for points. Players will be able to see their score live on the app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come and explore with us in Lexington.

Sink into your seat and sip unique craft cocktails and locally prepared plates while listening to captivating tales from Lexington's East End.

Our Canopy Tour offers a safe and exciting way to be outdoors and experience an otherwise unseen area of Central Kentucky. With deep limestone gorges, spring fed creeks and old growth trees. With the added bonus of a little speed to keep your adrenaline and your teenagers happy! Our certified guides will keep everyone safe and entertained while they tell tales of early settlers.

Solve clues, tackle wacky tasks, and explore your city’s uncovered gems to create a fun, unique experience for your team bonding event or milestone celebration.

Learn about downtown Lexington's captivating history as we take a culinary cruise to five delicious stops all in one afternoon! Discover award-winning eateries, unique foodie items like the buzz button, freshly baked breads from family-owned shops, fresh Kentucky-farmed vegetables, and more! In between bites, learn about colorful characters from Lexington's history and pass through landmarks like Skuller's Clock, The Square, and Phoenix Park.

Discover why Lexington, Kentucky is known as the Horse Capital of the World on this three-hour narrated tour with transportation provided on a comfortable 14-person passenger van. The tour is not all on the van, though, as destination stops are made at world famous Keeneland Race Course* and one or more of the beautiful Thoroughbred horse farms that combine to make the Lexington region the true epicenter of Thoroughbred breeding in the United States ... and beyond. All tours are given by very experienced local guides who share a wealth of stories about the history of the Lexington area, farms, bourbon production and the Thoroughbred breed of horse -- the most desired breed for winning the world's most important and valuable races. * NOTE: All tours can vary depending on changing venue and farm availability on the specific day of the tour. This is true for all of the venues (including Keeneland) and the Thoroughbred horse farms. Thank you for choosing Thoroughbred Heritage Tours!

Looking for unique access to the best of Kentucky's thoroughbred horse culture? Go behind-the-scenes with this one-of-a-kind intimate tour experience. Our professional guides are long time insiders that will share a wealth of knowledge and up-close experiences with you. Learn about horse racing and breeding as you visit three horse farms and enjoy an exclusive look at how the horses are bred, raised, and prepared for their racing debuts. Under supervision of your guide, have chance to meet the horses and feed them a treat. Don't miss out on this colorful and entertaining personal tour with beautiful views and a rich history.

This is Lexington's ONLY Art Tour where you can enjoy the lively and vibrant local culture by connecting with the local eclectic arts scene. Fun and well-informed guides will lead you on a tour through the downtown district, introducing you to some of our many murals, public artworks and sculptures along the way while pointing out historic buildings and sharing entertaining stories that will keep you engaged. You will check out several galleries and exhibitions with a brief overview of work on display before ending this leisurely walk at Artists’ Attic – a 22 artists’ studio cooperative – where drinks and refreshments will be waiting. Here you will be able to watch artists at work and chat with them about their creative process.

The Thoroughbred Center's Behind the Scenes Tour offers an exclusive look at the training and stabling of thoroughbred race horses. Encompassing over 230 acres of prime Kentucky Bluegrass, this unique horse farm has the ability to accommodate over 1,100 horses. During morning training hours you will get to see horses up close while they workout on the track as well as walk through a barn where horses are stabled. Come see for yourself why trainers say The Thoroughbred Center is one of the best places in the world to train a horse. Minimum numbers are required to run this tour.

This is a fun tour especially designed for art and foodie lovers. You will start with a visit to the unique Artists' Attic space, studio home to over 20 artists, then continue through downtown Lexington where you'll see and learn about the many arts features and landmarks as well as hear entertaining stories from your lively guide. The tour will then end in the lounge of 21c Museum Hotel with appetizers and the opportunity to buy a drink from the bar. A fun time to socialize and make new friends while surrounded by the hotel's amazing contemporary art collection and enjoying fabulous finger food.

Let’s Roam leads the way in app-led adventure hunts! Explore top landmarks and uncover hidden gems while tackling trivia and exciting challenges. Collaborate with your team or vie for victory, discovering new facts and making unforgettable memories. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a bachelorette bash, birthday celebration, corporate team building, or just a thrilling day out! Each participant selects their role in this interactive journey, where surprises await at every turn.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Discover a unique tranquil sanctuary while visiting Lexington with our immersive Sunday Sound Bath experience at The Sound Healing Center of Lexington. Picture yourself reclined in comfort, surrounded by an atmosphere designed to transport you beyond relaxation. As you surrender to the experience, the facilitator skillfully weaves a tapestry of harmonious sounds using crystal singing bowls, rattles, drums, and more. These carefully chosen frequencies create a symphony of healing vibrations that wash over you. This is a practice of pure receptivity - no effort, no expectations. It's an invitation to let go, allowing the gentle sound waves to dissolve tensions or worries. The vibrations travel deep into your cells, releasing emotional knots and restoring the natural flow of energy. Don't miss the chance to partake in this transformative journey during your visit. Book your Sound Bath now and let the power of sound become a catalyst for your holistic wellness.

Celebrate the magic of the season this year with Holly Jolly Hunt. Holly Jolly Hunt is an app based scavenger hunt that you can play anywhere of your choosing. Explore the city and look for holiday related items, both traditional and not so traditional. Take a photo through the app to score points for your scavenger hunt team. Perform fun, holiday challenges that will bring laughter to your team. See your score on the leaderboard compared to other teams from all over. Holly Jolly Hunt is guaranteed to provide lasting holiday memories. Whether you play with friends, family, or even co-workers, Holly Jolly will put a smile on your face for the rest of the year!

Walk around Lexington while trying to survive the zombie apocalypse with Zombie Scavengers! On an app, you'll be given a list of items to find (in any order you choose) to help you survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll get points for finding these items, as well as completing some zombie themed challenges. Figure out the best game plan to get the most points in order to survive. A remote host will chat with you during the game if you have any questions. Prove you can survive the zombie apocalypse in Lexington for bragging rights with all your friends!

Crazy Dash of Lexington is a great way to see the city! Use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. Find them in any order you choose and submit a photo for points. You'll also complete challenges for points. See your score on the rankings compared to others who have played across the country when you are finished. All games have a remote host that will chat with you during the game. Crazy Dash is our most easy-going scavenger hunt. Come have some fun in Lexington today!