Springtime in Lexington KY

Spring brings Lexington, KY's true beauty to life from its rolling horse pastures iconic of the Bluegrass Regions to the city's more metropolitan offerings. Anyone looking to experience a quaint, Southern lifestyle will find everything they desire in Lexington. A city guide would not be complete without offering some of the city's best eats and, of course, plenty of Kentucky bourbon.

A Horse Lover's Paradise

True to its moniker, Lexington, KY is the Horse Capital of the World. Horse lovers and Lexington newbies cannot miss: 

• Kentucky Horse Park: Horse breeding (and racing) earned its place in Kentucky culture from the beginning. Daniel Boone lobbied to "improve the breed of the horse" in the state's first legislative assembly. Visit over 50 horse breeds, take a carriage ride and experience the Smithsonian-affiliated International Museum of the Horse. 
• Keeneland Race Course: For three weeks each April and again in October, Keeneland Race Course comes alive with horse racing. Still, it is worth a visit any time of year. Keeneland staff recommends touring the course in the morning for the best chance to view young fillies and colts working in the paddock. 

Steeped in History 

Walk in the footsteps of Lexington's most-famous, past residents with a visit to the city's historic homes: 

• McConnell Springs: Lexington, KY boasts being one of a few American cities to preserve the city's birthplace. Today, it is a gorgeous park. In 1775, McConnell Springs served as the campsite for William McConnell and other surveyors. According to VisitLex.com, as they learned about the Revolutionary War beginning in Lexington, Massachusetts, the men agreed to name their new community, Lexington. 
• The Mary Todd Lincoln House: Every Spring, the Mary Todd Lincoln House opens its doors for another season, offering tours mid-March through December. Come see period antiques, Mrs. Lincoln's personal affects and beautiful gardens.

Lexington Dining: It's Not Just About Grits 

Lexington, Kentucky is quickly establishing itself as a city offering some of the best restaurants in the state. It's not just about classic Southern food, as Lexington offers a little bit of everything, according to USAToday's 10Best List:

• Bourbon n' Toulouse Chicken Etouffée, Jambalaya, and Gumbo are just a few of the entrees that lure Lexington, KY's residents to Bourbon n' Toulouse.  You would swear you were in New Orleans with the Cajun and Creole cuisine and colors, but you'll be right in your own Lexington backyard when you visit this Lexington local favorite.
• Windy Corner Market offers a true Kentucky experience. Local ingredients inspire the menu's famous po' boys and breakfasts. Be sure to stop in the market for Kentucky-made gift items.

It's All About the Bourbon

If anything rivals horse culture in Lexington, it is the area's other best-known industry: Kentucky bourbon. Explore some of the region's top bourbon distilleries:

• Buffalo Trace: Experience Kentucky's second-favorite "Colonel's secret recipe" with a visit to Buffalo Trace Distillery. This historic landmark shows you what Kentucky bourbon is all about!
• Woodford Reserve: This classic, restored distillery helps visitors experience both modern bourbon crafting and historic practices used since the 1800s. This tour helps you understand how bourbon production shaped the Bluegrass Region.

Let's Go On Tour 

One of the best ways to experience Lexington is through a guided tour:

• Bluegrass Country Driving Tour: Contact VisitLex for a driving tour map. Each of the three routes can be completed in a single afternoon. 
• Lexington Walk: Experience how old and new merge to create this vibrant city. A walking tour map, with 33 destinations is also available from VisitLex. 

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