High Bridge Travel Guide

Wilmore

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
Looking up Kentucky river at a tributary offshoot that has completely different coloring.

Popular places to visit

High Bridge Park

After visiting High Bridge Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore.

High Bridge Park

High Bridge Kentucky River Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in High Bridge Kentucky River Museum in Wilmore.

High Bridge Kentucky River Museum

Asbury University

Enjoy the student vibe at Asbury University as part of your travels around Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Asbury University

Asbury Theological Seminary

Explore the campus of Asbury Theological Seminary as part of your travels around Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Asbury Theological Seminary

Grimes Playground

After visiting Grimes Playground, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Grimes Playground

Wilmore City Hall

Wilmore City Hall is just one of the places to see in Wilmore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Wilmore City Hall

Top hotels in High Bridge

Elwood Hotel & Suites

Elwood Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
444 Parkway Drive Lexington KY
The price is ฿3,106 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,106
฿3,605 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,041 reviews)
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Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Elwood Hotel & Suites
The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1375 South Broadway Lexington KY
The price is ฿3,278 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿3,278
฿3,804 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
The bar was great. The bartenders were exceptional. The front desk people were very friendly and insightful. It was very clean for being an older building.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton
Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

2.5 out of 5
501 Waller Avenue Lexington KY
The price is ฿3,336 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,336
฿3,872 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (867 reviews)
Very clean, spacious and comfortable room

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG
Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4174 Rowan Lexington KY
The price is ฿4,089 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿4,089
฿4,746 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
There was no pool which I failed to notice when booking. At the room rate, there ought to be a pool or sauna/steam room. Pleasant staff. Chandelier in bathroom was out for night and half day. Prefer a fan in the bathroom. And the $4 dollar bottles of water in the room is outrageous. Safe didn't work ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel
Red Roof Inn Lexington South

Red Roof Inn Lexington South

2 out of 5
2651 Wilhite Dr Lexington KY
The price is ฿2,049 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿2,049
฿2,378 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.8/10 (1,006 reviews)
We stay at this hotel a lot. Clean rooms and updated rooms. The staff is always nice. The beds are comfortable and clean. The bathroom is always clean. We always try to stay at this hotel! The heat worked very well.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Red Roof Inn Lexington South
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

3.5 out of 5
245 Lexington Green Circle Lexington KY
The price is ฿4,143 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿4,143
฿4,808 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
Clean friendly.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green
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