Overview of Lexington, KY

Lexington, KY is a vibrant city of about 300,000 people located in the heart of Kentucky. Lexington is often called the Horse Capital of the world and is known for the horsefarms surrounding the city. Lexington benefits from its rural surrounding by making use of the numerous parks that are scattered throughout the city and around the nearby countryside. The city itself has much to offer that one might not expect from a city its size such as an opera, and orchestra in addition to an active nightlife.

Horse Capital of the World

• World Equestrian Games
• Keeneland Racetrack
• The Kentucky Derby
• Kentucky Horse Park
• Horse Farms Surround the City

Outdoor Activities

• The city of Lexington has over 100 city parks.
• The state of Kentucky has 51 state parks.
• There are 5 national parks in the state and more nearby.
• A very bike friendly city, bike lanes on most major roads.
• Recently built The Legacy Trail, a 12 mile bike trail leading from downtown Lexington to the Horse Park.

Downtown

• The Lexington Opera House
• The Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra
• The Kentucky Theatre
• The Lexington Farmer's Market
• A variety of restaraunts ranging through many styles.
• An active bar scene.

Near Larger Cities of Louisville & Cincinnati

• Cincinnati is home to the 2nd oldest opera company in the U.S.
• It is also contains an expansive art museum that is free to the public.
• Cincinnati is also home to the Reds and the Bengals.
• Both Cincinnati and Louisville have large, beautiful zoos.