Meoweler
United States

Lexington / Horse capital of the world

MeowScore 😸88/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

May

Warm weather, outdoor festivals, & Kentucky Fried Chicken! 🍗🌞🎉

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january

Visit for scenic winter hikes in the Bluegrass region. 🏞️🥾🐱

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february

Celebrate Valentine's Day with your furry friend. ❤️🐾🐱

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march

Experience the kickoff of horse racing season at Keeneland. 🏇👒🐱

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april

Enjoy the blooming dogwoods and redbuds on a bike ride through Lexington. 🌸🚴‍♂️🐱

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may

Indulge in fried chicken at the annual Danville Chicken Festival. 🍗🌞🐱

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june

Attend the Kentucky Reggae Festival at Louisville Waterfront Park. 🎶🍹🐱

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july

Watch fireworks light up the sky at Lakeside Live Summer Concert Series. 🎆🎇🐱

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august

Cool off at the Thriller BMX competition at Masterson Station Park. 🚴‍♀️❄️🐱

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september

Cheer on the University of Kentucky Wildcats football team. 🏈🎉🐱

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october

Get lost in the corn maze at Boyd Orchards. 🌽🍎🐱

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november

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a traditional southern feast. 🍗🥧🐱

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december

Shop for handmade gifts at the Kentucky Artisan Center. 🎁❄️🐱

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Lexington has a moderate economy with affordable shopping options for visiting cats. Some areas can be more expensive, but overall fairly priced.

Check out local farmers markets for fresh produce and unique finds. Avoid chain stores for a more authentic shopping experience.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

exploring local history and culture

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

exploring local history and culture

Lexington is known for its horse races, bourbon distilleries, and historical sites such as the Mary Todd Lincoln House and Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture in Lexington.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture in Lexington.

Credit card is accepted and splitting the bill is normal. It is polite to leave cash tip for service.

internet situation

great Speed

Good speed for most applications.

excellent Availability

High availability and access to reliable providers.

great Cellular

Good coverage but variable speeds in some areas.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

USD

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biking possible

Biking lanes exist.

walkable -ish

Good parks and sidewalks

LGBTQ friendly

Progressive attitudes

The catnip of the South, with horse racing and bourbon that'll make any cat purr.

The pawfect place to strut your stuff while exploring big blue nation.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate
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Kentucky Horse Park
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Talbott Tavern
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Mary Todd Lincoln House
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Keeneland

The mainstream

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Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate

A paw-tastic historic site that lets you explore the home of Henry Clay, a famous cat who was once Secretary of State. It's filled with beautiful gardens, statues, and artifacts.

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Kentucky Horse Park

A love-ly place that is filled with beautiful, majestic horses. You can take a pawsome tour of the grounds, meet the cats, and even watch cat shows.

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🍻🐾🏛️
Talbott Tavern

This wagging spot is over 200 years old and is rumored to have hosted many famous cat visitors including Daniel Boone and Abraham Lincoln. A must-visit for history buffs.

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🏠👑🐈
Mary Todd Lincoln House

Step inside the former home of one of Lexington's most famous cats, the wife of President Lincoln. Tour the house and learn about its history.

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Keeneland

A famous cat track where humans bet on cat races. Beautiful grounds, friendly staff, and exciting races make for a purrfect day out.

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Off the beaten path

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The Kentucky Theater
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Raven Run Nature Sanctuary
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Pivot Brewing
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The Break Room at Pepper
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Third Street Stuff

Off the beaten path

🎥
The Kentucky Theater

A historic cinema with stunning French Baroque architecture, showing a mix of art-house, foreign, and classic films. Don't miss the Mighty Wurlitzer organ performance before Friday and Saturday night shows.

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🌳
Raven Run Nature Sanctuary

Escape the city and hike through 734 acres of woodlands and meadows, with a variety of trails for every fitness level. Keep your eyes peeled for deer, turkey, and other wildlife.

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Pivot Brewing

Hidden behind a strip mall, this microbrewery serves delicious beers and ciders in an outdoor beer garden. Bring your own food and enjoy live music on weekends.

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The Break Room at Pepper

Axe-throwing lounge with a unique twist: smash your stress away in a room filled with old TVs, printers, and other office equipment. BYOB and wear closed-toe shoes!

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Third Street Stuff

Quirky coffeehouse with a hippie vibe, serving coffee, tea, sandwiches, and desserts. Shop the colorful merchandise and enjoy the cat and book-themed decor.

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biking possible

Biking lanes exist.

walkable -ish

Good parks and sidewalks

LGBTQ friendly

Progressive attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Horse lovers rejoice!

Home to the famous Kentucky Horse Park with live shows, museums, and guided tours. Don't miss the chance to watch these majestic creatures in action!

Get your bourbon fix

Visit one of the many historic distilleries in the area such as Woodford Reserve or Buffalo Trace. Take a tour, learn about the process, and sample some of the local spirits.

Step back in time

Explore the Mary Todd Lincoln House, childhood residence of Abraham Lincoln's wife. Take a guided tour and learn about her life as a young girl and as the First Lady.

Useful external sites

www.visitlex.com

VisitLEX↗

Official tourism website for the city of Lexington featuring attractions, events, and travel planning resources.

kybourbontrail.com

The Kentucky Bourbon Trail↗

A comprehensive guide to the iconic Bourbon Trail in Kentucky, including distillery tours and tastings.

www.mtlhouse.org

The Mary Todd Lincoln House↗

The childhood home of Abraham Lincoln's wife, Mary Todd Lincoln, now a historic house museum open to visitors.

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