Gainesway Travel Guide
Lexington
Popular places to visit

University of Kentucky
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Kentucky during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Kentucky Horse Park
Enjoy a trip to Kentucky Horse Park and popular activities such as horse riding in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Fayette Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Fayette Mall during your trip to Lexington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its horse riding.

The Kentucky Castle
Enjoy a trip to The Kentucky Castle and popular activities such as horse riding in Versailles. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Eastern Kentucky University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Eastern Kentucky University during your travels in Richmond. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Lexington Opera House
You can get tickets for a performance at Lexington Opera House during your stay in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do

Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms

Mary Todd Lincoln House Guided Tour Ticket

Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!

Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour

Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum

Bites of the Bluegrass Cocktails & Bites Tour
Top hotels in Gainesway

The Manchester
The staff was phenomenal, my bride and I wanted for nothing.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

GuestHouse Lexington
a clean hotel and everything’s around, i would stay here again!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Hyatt Regency Lexington
Room was clean. Hallways smelled a bit musty but looked clean
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Spark by Hilton Lexington Hamburg
Room was immaculate. Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lexington South / Hamburg
Room was spotless and beautifully remodeled. Usually rooms are smelly but this room smelled great. The beds and the shower were absolutely wonderful! We will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington/UK Coldstream
There was construction. However, it was not bad at all! I would come back anytime.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gainesway

Zandale
While there might not be top attractions in Zandale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky and The Mall At Lexington Green.

Shriners
While there might not be top attractions in Shriners, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ashland Henry Clay Estate and Kroger Field.

Chevy Chase
Though Chevy Chase may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ashland Henry Clay Estate and Kroger Field.

Hollywood - Mt. Vernon
While Hollywood - Mt. Vernon isn't home to many top sights, Kroger Field and Singletary Center for the Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fairway
While Fairway may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ashland Henry Clay Estate and Singletary Center for the Arts.

Kenwick
While there might not be top attractions in Kenwick, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ashland Henry Clay Estate and Lexington Memorial Coliseum.
