What's Downtown Lexington Like?
If you're looking for the perfect part of the city to explore, look no further than Downtown Lexington. Take in some culture at Lexington Opera House and Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center. There's plenty more to see, including Lexington Convention Center and Rupp Arena.
How to Get to Downtown Lexington
Flying to:
- Blue Grass Airport (LEX), 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Downtown Lexington
Things to See and Do in and around Downtown Lexington
What to See in Downtown Lexington
- Lexington Convention Center
- Rupp Arena
- Transylvania University
- University of Kentucky
- Hunt-Morgan House
Things to Do in Downtown Lexington
- Lexington Opera House
- Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center
- Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
- Lexington History Center
- Downtown Arts Center
Other Popular Downtown Lexington Attractions
- Victorian Square Mall
- Mary Todd Lincoln House
- Lexington Memorial Coliseum
- Lexington Ballet Company
- Red Barn Radio
When Is the Best Time to Visit Lexington?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 72°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 38°F)
- Rainiest months: April, July, May, June (average 6 inches of rainfall)