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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: Horse 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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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

What a great horse track for the first timer. Laid back, some folks in their own lawn chairs but still able to sip the mint juleps and get the feel of the track!

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dungog
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

just lovely to see. great breakfast at the track kitchen and the staff were wonderfull . a really good experience for race fans . a beautiful place all over.

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Mogadore, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Even a visit while the horses are not running is worth it. The grounds are immaculate and to just quietly walk thru the paddock and out to the track is amazing. It would be great to go early in the morning just to watch the horses exercising. We also visited the Keeneland Library which is breathtaking in itself. Stop in... More

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Jamaica, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

beautiful venue -class and dignity respectful staff and clerks.parking is free and horses expensive when you loose.

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Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Arriving into LEX airport will give you some of the best views of Keenland and the surrounding horse country - some of the most beautiful you will see anywhere. Keenland races go on twice a year, however something a lot of folks do not know is that the grounds are open longer through the year with restaurant, shops, and ability... More

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Marietta, GA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

All horse racing fans should see Keeneland at least once. I was lucky enough to attend live racing here in April 2012, and I've been to the Derby party they host several times since 2009. It's a beautiful facility surrounded by the rolling hills of Kentucky Blue Grass and horse farms. The paddock area is lovely - and packed during... More

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Wandin North, Victoria, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Being a racing person from Melbourne, Australia, being in Kentucky at the right time of year to actually see this wonderful facility in use was absolutely a 'treat'. I got up 3 mornings whilst I was in Lexington Kentucky for another horse event being held at The Kentucky Horse Park (Rolex 3DE) and went to Churchill Downs to see the... More

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Lexington, Kentucky
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Keeneland is certainly one of the nicest tracks anywhere. It has two short meets a year (April and October), and provides some of the best racing anywhere. While too small to host huge events like the Breeders Cup races, the overall racing quality throughout it's meets is very high. In addition to the racing, the facilities are beautiful and in... More

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Painesville, Ohio, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

It is a safe, clean and enjoyable facility for all to enjoy. The food and service is top quality. The facility is inviting and and exciting area of Lexington. This track has one of the top surfaces for horses to run on and keep them safe. My parents and I have experienced simulcast racing and live racing at this track... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

You have got to do this once, great racing, great atmosphere. Food was excellent, staff was excellent. Beautifully venue, and of ourselves the horses are awesome whether you place a small wager or not.

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