Romantic Getaway: 4-Day Lexington Love Affair.

Fall in love all over again with the charm and beauty of Lexington-Fayette.

22 April 2023

Lexington-Fayette is a charming southern city that offers a great mix of history, culture and natural beauty. The city is home to many attractions such as the Kentucky Horse Park and the Mary Todd Lincoln House, which is perfect for a romantic getaway. To add to the experience, guests can stay at luxurious hotels such as the Hilton Lexington Downtown which offers romantic amenities like dinner for two at the onsite restaurant.

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Day 1

Love in the Horse Capital

  • Check-in at the luxurious and romantic Marriott Griffin Gate Resort.
  • Explore the horse farms and rolling hills on a guided horseback ride or drive.
  • Enjoy a romantic picnic at the Arboretum, featuring 100 acres of colorful gardens and walking trails.
  • Dine at Dudley's on Short, serving farm-to-table cuisine and a charming atmosphere.
  • Finish the night with a bourbon tasting at Belle's cocktail lounge.
Day 2

Living Local and Loving It

  • Start the day with breakfast at the local favorite, Ramsey's Diner.
  • Visit the bustling Lexington Farmers Market to sample fresh produce and artisanal crafts.
  • Take a self-guided mural tour and snap some couples photos in front of local street art.
  • Enjoy lunch at County Club, featuring classic Southern BBQ and craft cocktails.
  • Explore the historic Mary Todd Lincoln House, where the First Lady grew up.
Day 3

A Toast to Love

  • Brunch at Lockbox, located in the beautiful 21C Museum Hotel.
  • Sip on craft beer while playing board games at Blue Stallion Brewery.
  • Tour the childhood home of horse racing legend, Secretariat, at the Kentucky Horse Park.
  • Savor the elegant cuisine and views at rooftop restaurant, Carson's.
  • End the night with a romantic wine tasting at Lexington Winery.
Day 4

Adventure Awaits

  • Start the day with breakfast at Wild Eggs, featuring unique twists on classic breakfast dishes.
  • Go on a hiking or biking adventure at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, boasting over 700 acres of scenic trails.
  • Have lunch at historic Wallace Station Deli, known for their famous Turkey Rachel sandwich.
  • Visit the aviation museum, Aviation Museum of Kentucky, and learn about the rich aviation history.
  • End the trip with a sunset hot air balloon ride with Balloons over the Bluegrass.

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How to get there

Plane

The best way to get to Lexington-Fayette by plane is to fly into Blue Grass Airport, which is located about 10 miles from downtown. Several major airlines, including American, Delta, and United, offer daily flights to this airport from cities throughout the country.

Car

Driving is a popular way to get to Lexington-Fayette. Major highways that run through the area include I-75 and I-64, which connect the city to nearby cities such as Louisville, Cincinnati, and Knoxville. If you are coming from farther away, you can take the interstate to Lexington-Fayette and then drive the remaining distance.

Train

Unfortunately, there is no train station in Lexington-Fayette or the surrounding area, so train travel is not an option for getting there.

Boat

Unfortunately, there are no major rivers or bodies of water near Lexington-Fayette, so getting there by boat is not possible.

Bus

Greyhound is the primary bus line that serves Lexington-Fayette. The Greyhound Station is located in downtown Lexington, and offers daily routes from nearby cities such as Louisville, Cincinnati, and Nashville.

Destination

Lexington-Fayette

Welcome to the land of horses, bourbon, and occasional blue people! Yes, you read it right, blue people. But don't worry, that's not the norm in Lexington-Fayette.

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