- TripBuzz found 93 things to do with kids in or near Lexington, Kentucky, including 71 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frankfort, Richmond, Georgetown and Versailles.
- From Rupp Arena to Malibu Jack's Family Fun Center, the Lexington area offers 45 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Horse Races, Colleges & Universities and Specialty Museums.
- A large city in Kentucky, Lexington is most known for horse racing - namely the Kentucky Derby. The city further has many outdoor parks and recreational spaces including public golf courses, hiking trails, a skating park and Frisbee disc golf programs. Also home to the University of Kentucky, Lexington features nature preserves where bird watching and flower viewing can be enjoyed.
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Interactive exhibits let children experience the inside of bubbles, homes from around the world, and much more
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There are both sports and entertainment options at the Rupp Arena. It is home to the prominent University of Kentucky Men's Basketball team and serves as the headline event location in Lexington.
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3025 Blake James Drive, Lexington, KY 40509
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With a basketball shootout, a modern arcade, 18 holes of mini golf, a 4D motion theater, and go karts, the whole group will find something to like at Malibu Jack's Family Fun Center.
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Whitaker Bank Ballpark is a 6,994-seat venue that serves as the home of the Lexington Legends of the South Atlantic League. The location also features a variety of special areas for guests to enjoy, including the Pepsi Party Deck and the Budweiser Stables.
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With a long history in Lexington, the Kentucky Theater currently shows plays, new movie releases, classic movies, concerts, and more. The interior, which was recently restored, is opulently decorated with golden stained glass, chandeliers, and gold lion moldings.
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The state botanical garden of Kentucky is known as The Arboretum, which is composed of over 100 acres of land. A large variety of trees, gardens, and walking paths are open to the public while the institution iself focuses on being a community environmental education center.
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At Thoroughbred Park, visitors can pose with life-sized bronze plaques of horses and their riders. The park features over 40 sculptures of famous historical figures in racing with informational plaques.
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The Aviation Museum of Kentucky
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4029 Airport Road, Lexington, KY 40510
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The Aviation Museum of Kentucky includes a 25,000 square foot indoor area with traveling exhibits and displays, and also features several aircraft located in an outside exhibit area. They offer both guided and self-guided tours.
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As a historic theater, Kentucky Theatre is filled with classic architecture and showcases a mix of independent and blockbuster hits. The concession stand serves popcorn, and alcoholic beverages like wine and beer.
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The Red Mile is the longest standing race track in Lexington and is host to the nation's largest Saddlebred horse show each summer. It is known for its capability for group entertainment via race bets, a broad banquet facility and its historical round barn.