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Keeneland

4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, KY 40510-1690
859-254-3412
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Ranked #1 of 48 attractions in Lexington
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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Union, Kentucky
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

I still love Keeneland, it's just that the powers that be there have decided that it's their cash cow. Parking that used to be free five years ago is now five bucks, and there's this little restaurant that we liked to go to. Well now you have to grease the palm of the dude in charge to get anything other... More

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Citrus Springs, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

Keeneland is a great place to spend the day. The grounds are beautiful, the horses are amazing and the atmosphere is electric. Standing next to the rail as the horses run by is incredible. It does get crowded, but if you don't like crowds you can sit up in the stands as there is usually plenty of available seating.

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Lexington, Kentucky, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2013

Keeneland is a must do when visiting Lexington, KY. It is the crown jewel proudly representing the horse industry with racing and sales the way it should be done. A historical gem and true treasure. Make the time!

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Tulsa, Oklahoma
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 5, 2013

If you are in Lexington in April or October, you should make it a point to visit Keeneland for a day. The atmosphere is second to none when it comes to watching horse racing. Even if you don't gamble, take a seat in the paddock area and watch the most beautiful horses in the world and the biggest names in... More

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Cleveland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

Interesting, beautiful, and want to return for racing or just simply to observe trading in the morning. Loved the gift shop.

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Nicholasville, Kentucky, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 2, 2013

I've lived in the Lexington area all my life and had never been to Keeneland until this year's spring meet. I am now hooked! I can't wait until the fall meet. Everyone should experience Keeneland.

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Salem, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2013

Based on a recommendation from our guide at Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tours (http://www.seethechampions.com/), we got up early and drove the short way to Keeneland to watch the horses on their training runs. This is entirely free and you can get up close and personal to these amazing animals. There is a track kitchen out past the stables (follow the signs)... More

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Rockwood, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2013

What beautiful grounds! Beautiful flowers, grandstands and the track it's self. Were able to see jockey's exercising horses, saw the barns and learned some history of the track itself. Next time we come back to the area, we will check the calendar and make sure there is a race that day, so we can get the full effect of being... More

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Houston, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

This is a must for a visit to Lexington. Amazing to experience the history and understanding of the importance of Keeneland to horse industry here.

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Nicholasville, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

The scenic rolling hills of Kentucky, the pin oaks in color, historic Calumet farm nearby, nice cool breezes, dressed up crowds, but never too large - except Derby Day of course. You wont find a better race course anywhere.

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