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Lexington Cemetery

833 West Main Street, Lexington, KY 40508
859-255-5522
Ranked #3 of 61 attractions in Lexington
5.0 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Type: Cemeteries
Description: Established in 1824, this is considered one of America's most beautifully landscaped cemeteries.
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Louisville, KY
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012
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Even though it may sound creepy to visit a cemetery, the lakes, flowers and blooming trees are beautiful. Best time is spring when the ancient cherry trees are abloom -- much like the Cherry Blossom Festival in DC. Also statesman Henry Clay is buried here, along with many other famous Kentuckians. More

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Lexington, Kentucky
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
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My husband's parents are buried there. Anytime of year it's lovely. We met the nicest older gentlemen who visits his wife's grave everyday, and sometimes twice a day. More

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Lexington, KY
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

A peaceful place to go for a stroll and to see some of Lexington's history. More

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Lexington, KY
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

It is unfortunate that there have been a few times in my life when I had to visit the cemetery. But the times I've gone there out of choice have been very rewarding. Seasonally, the Lexington Cemetery offers the most beautiful setting in Lexington. Two minutes from Downtown, it offers a nice place to stop in the middle of the... More

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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012
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Stroll among the beautiful trees, flowers, and plantings that make the Lexingotn Cemetery special. Enjoy the history of visiting Henry Clay's tomb and pay your respects to the national cemetery area. More

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Houston, Texas
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

The Lexington Cemetery has been around for ages...and ages...and ages. It has such a stunning layout with rolling hills, blooming trees, duck ponds, and walkways. You almost forget it is a cemetery because it is so astonishingly beautiful. More

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Lexington, Kentucky
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

as someone not from US, it is a weird feeling to use a cemetery as a strolling site. and this one is just beautiful and peaceful. highly recommend. More

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Signal Mountain, Tennessee
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103 reviews 103 reviews
Reviews in 66 cities Reviews in 66 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2012

Are you familiar with Lexington's Civil War history? If so, you will be amazed at who is planted here. More

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Lexington, Kentucky
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2012

I love cemeteries in general but this one is very nice. There are gorgeous trees and well kept graves. There is a small pond in the middle which is a very calming and serene place to reflect. More

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Georgetown, KY
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2012

Lots of history, beautiful place to walk/drive through in Spring.. More

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