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Bodley-Bullock House

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Hyatt Regency Lexington

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Holiday Inn Express

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Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate

Ashland, the home of famous nineteenth-century statesman Henry Clay, is located a short distance from downtown Lexington on a beautiful seventeen-acre wooded estate. You may stroll the grounds at any time. The walled garden is locked at 5 p.m. Tours on the hour Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission: $7 adults; $3 children; children 5 and under free Contact: (859) 266-8581

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The Arboretum

Intended as a botanical garden for the entire community and the commonwealth, the park features a variety of plants and trees with walking and jogging paths. The arboretum is a cooperative project of the University of Kentucky and the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. Hours: Dawn to dusk daily Admission: Free Contact: (859) 257-6955

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Explorium of Lexington

Explorium of Lexington offers adventures in fun and learning. With nine discovery zones filled with interactive exhibits designed to inspire imagination and curiosity, kids of all ages have experiences that can last a lifetime. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday Admission: $5; children 12 months and under free Contact: (859) 258-3256

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Joseph-Beth Booksellers

Neil and Mary Beth Van Uum opened the first Joseph-Beth store in Lexington, Kentucky, in November 1986. Today, the 40,000 square foot bookstore, located in the heart of the Mall at Lexington Green, provides customers with two stories of books and sidelines, expanded music and children’s departments, and a full-service restaurant overlooking the Lexington Green Lake. Unlike more traditional bookshops and large chain outlets, the store draws in natural light, making it feel bright and airy—surely bringing some relief to the crowds of customers! Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday Contact: (800) 248-6849 or (859) 273-2911

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Keeneland Race Course

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. Hours: Grounds are open for visitation from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (live racing in April and October only) Admission: Free Contact: (800) 456-3412 or (859) 254-3412

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Kentucky Horse Park

Dedicated to humans’ 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 fifty breeds of horses graze upon its 1,200 acres of lush pastures. Tickets include admission to the American Saddlebred Museum, the International Museum of the Horse, a horse-drawn tour, and equine presentations throughout the day. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Admission: $15 adults; $8 children; children 6 and under free Contact: (800) 678-8813 or (859) 233-4303

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McConnell Springs

Originally a campsite for the first settlers in the Bluegrass, this 26-acre nature sanctuary features trails past natural springs, restored limestone fences originally constructed in the early 1800s, the remains of a historic grist mill and farm, and a quarry, from which most of the stone for the buildings on the site was taken. Pioneers camped here named the site Lexington after hearing of the first battle of the Revolutionary War. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Admission: Free Contact: (859) 225-4073