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Keeneland

4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, KY 40510-1690
859-254-3412
Ranked #1 of 61 attractions in Lexington
5.0 of 5 stars 143 Reviews
Type: Horse Tracks
Activities: Horseback riding, Gambling, Viewing foliage, Dining
Owner description: Part thoroughbred race course, part sales company and considered one of America's most beautiful tracks, Keeneland is known for its well-designed and...... more » Owner description: Part thoroughbred race course, part sales company and considered one of America's most beautiful tracks, Keeneland is known for its well-designed and meticulous landscaping. The grounds consist of the paddock, a prep area where visitors can view horses up-close just before the race and a combination of dirt and turf race tracks. « less
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Saint Louis, Missouri
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

We went to visit days before the Kentucky Derby. Since Church Hill Downs was open Keeneland was not racing. But we toured the facility anyway. Beautiful track!! We also went into the gift shop and that was great fun!! They had a wide selection of Derby hats to choose from. They were all so interesting. We had no idea that... More

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Lexington, Kentucky
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

The problem with huge venues is that you know what you know but eventually no change makes it like a cafeteria. Turf catering could do amazing things if it just mixed it up each season. In the Bluegrass or Kentucky room it has been the same for the past decade, roast beef, corned beef, salad, cheesecake. When you drop 30-40... More

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Central kentucky
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

We went on the last Thursday of the Spring Meet, and to our surprise it was not crowded. No trouble getting parking, getting to the betting windows and most importantly - getting served in the food line for Bugoo. One must have Keeneland Burgoo at least once a year!!! More

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Mount Gambier, Australia
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

A very prestigious horse racing arena & the visit we had was good. Got to find out a bit of history about the horse Thoroughbred industry in Lexington & Kentucky. Well worth the visit. More

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Louisville, Kentucky
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61 reviews 61 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Close your eyes and think of Kentucky Horse country. You probably pictured Keenland. It is exactly what horse country looks like. Beautiful rolling hills, lush grounds, impressive trees, friendly staff... The park is stunning and the entrance fee is a pittance compared to Churchhill downs in Louisville. If you are in Kentucky and want to see a really beautiful track,... More

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New Jersey
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

It was a rainy day but I had to go see Keeneland. Gorgeous! Be sure to drive around as well as traveling the roads that backup to the huge horse farms, It is true Kentucky here! More

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Lexington, Kentucky
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

I love to go to Keeneland to tailgate with friends, wear a pretty dress, and bet on the pretty horses! Watching the horses in the Paddock is fun. We had a table in the Keeneland room and the food was good and we had a great time. More

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Los Angeles, California
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64 reviews 64 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Unlike Churchill Downs in Louisville and other tracks around the country, Keeneland is not commercial. It's a track for race aficionados. We arrived in the early morning to watch the horses work out (something Churchill Downs will not let you do). More

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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
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Definitely worth a visit, even if they aren't live racing. Beautiful grounds and legendary Thoroughbred racing. More

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Lexington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

You can't beat Keeneland for a day out. It's fun, gorgeous-both Spring & Fall, if you're lucky enough to make it for one of the meets, the people watching is incredible! You can wear ANYTHING and not stick out-go as casual or as dressy as you want and nobody cares!!! If it's cool, take a sweater or jacket-it always seems... More

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