We enjoyed the relaxing and informative cruise on the Kentucky River. Daryl, our tour guide, shared…read moreinteresting stories about the River, Kentucky history and bourbon making. He was friendly, engaging and humorous. The round trip ride lasted about 90 minutes. The boat was very nice with bench seating and the ride was smooth. We sat upstairs in the open air to enjoy to scenery. A bar tender will take drink orders and deliver beverages to your seats. Drink prices are reasonable. Drinks can also be ordered and purchased on line. (I think snacks were also available). We booked our cruise several months in advance with tour and tasting tickets at Buffalo Trace Distillery. Two members of our party backed out and we were able to cancel their reservations (thankfully) the week before and get a refund. We started with our visit to Buffalo Trace. We arrived about an hour early so we could shop at the distillery and we were glad we did because we did not have time to shop after the tasting and getting to the boat. The tight timeline between the tasting and the boat departure was the only downside to the trip. I recommend the cruise, but plan on going at least an hour early to the distillery to shop.

The dock was within walking distance of where we stayed and just moments from downtown. Right on…read moretime, easy to find and quick to board. The weather was enjoyable in late September and the shaded top deck had 360° views. The crew were friendly and attentive, the boat clean and in good shape. There is a drink menu available online, the prices were reasonable and the selection extensive. Nathan was our guide and we recommend them. They were knowledgeable and got a few laughs out of us. The sites seen along the way were lovely and some only accessible by boat. Passing under the bridges and by nature was made more fun knowing their history, we also saw the effects of the recent flood. We didn't see the distillery, but that might have been a different tour, different season or a result of the flood, but we got to see the singing bridge, which we were told would be deconstructed in time. We had a great time aboard the Kentucky River Boat and would return. Be sure to tip your tour guide as ours added to the experience!

It's been years since I've visited the interior of Ashland, but I have to say, regardless the…read moregarden is a highlight of the estate, with its meticulously maintained paths, flowerbeds, and water features. It's a lovely place to wander and relax, with plenty of benches and shaded areas to take in the beauty of the surroundings. The garden also features several commemorative statues and markers that pay tribute to Henry Clay's legacy. My favorite time of year is Spring, when the Ashland Peonies are in bloom! This is such a beautiful spot for an evening walk!

A great historical site. I've been to numerous historical homes and this was one of my favorites…read more The condition and decor of the home is excellent. Our docent, William, was informative and very knowledgeable, even providing detailed answers to all questions. If you're a fan of Henry Clay or American history then make this a stop on your visit in Lexington.

A brisk Fall evening last night as Dr. Coleman led us through some of Lexington's downtown "Haunts…read moreand History". Interesting and informative. Dr. Coleman is an amiable fellow and the preeminent guide through our city's past. DO take the journey with him.

Dr. Coleman led an amazing tour: funny, fascinating, and deeply informative. He's the perfect…read moreguide. Not only does he really know his stuff, he takes his client's questions seriously. This is a great experience for the curious traveler.

This property was designed by Benjamin Henry Latrobe, the architect largely responsible for…read moredesigning the White House and the congressional/senate chambers in DC. It was designed for Senator John Pope of Kentucky. We toured this property by making an appointment with the Bluegrass Trust. They were great about working with us so we could see this unique piece of history. The home changed hands through the years until it eventually got cut up into multiple apartments for student housing. It eventually experienced a fire, which led to the Bluegrass Trust being able to purchase it. This is a way to see preservation and restoration in action. The trust has very slowly and painfully, over time, first worked to ensure the property was safe and at least stable. And now they are slowly working to restore it a little bit at a time. This is truly a labor of love, with members of the trust taking turns mowing the lawn, cleaning up plaster, doing small projects. And budgets are tight, so every contribution helps. Tours are a steal at 10 dollars, so pay more if you can. Great way to learn about history, architecture, previous lifestyles, restoration. Gorgeous photo ops. If you Google "Latrobe's Pope Villa Lexington" the website will come up and show you the info on how to arrange a tour.

Excellent personal tour by Kathy. Great place to stop and…read morehear some KY history of the Bryant Boone family. Price is fair and i love love that we were able to walk into each room and see the antiques up close. We were so pleased to find this tour.

We visited Waveland historical site for family pictures. This location is a gorgeous venue. It has…read moremany buildings as well as lush gardens for a picturesque experience!

One of my best friends is really into ghost tours and ghost hunting TV shows. We went on an…read moreawesome haunted trolley tour on vacation in Asheville last year that thrilled her and kept me up at night. I love cultural history and visiting historic homes, so when I heard about White Hall's scandals and ghost tour I knew that this would be the perfect outing for us. This tour is a great blend of the scandalous history of the Clay family and supernatural events that have been experienced in the house. Our guide, Jeffrey did a wonderful job of dramatically recounting the encounters that he and other employees have had at White Hall. This tour is offered two weekends in July every year. I've been on the regular tour of White Hall, and as someone who has visited most of the other historic homes in this area I can say with confidence that White Hall is the house to see! The house is beautiful, large (they actually take you up to the third floor and will take you into the cellar if you ask), and the family history is interesting. Cassius Clay was a fascinating man. From his emancipationist views, the cannon he kept, his second marriage at 84 to a 15 year old, and the unanswered question of whether or not he fathered the orphan he brought home from Russia after he was an ambassador there, you will not be holding back yawns listening to his life story.

The beautiful White Hall Historic Site, circa 1798-99, in Richmond has reopened. It is The…read morehistoric home of Cassius Clay, whose ghostly apparition has been spotted. The expansive grounds are lovely to walk. Explore the mansion yourself or take a tour. 59

If you are even remotely interested in American history, presidential families, or powerful women…read moreahead of their time, stop scrolling and just go. The Mary Todd Lincoln House is a beautifully preserved window into the early life of a complex First Lady and the turbulent times she lived through. We opted for the guided tour, and it was absolutely the right choice. Phillip was our guide, and he didn't just recite facts. He gave perspective. Thoughtful, objective, and deeply knowledgeable, he handled the complicated dynamics of a slave-owning border state with grace and clarity. He was also incredibly kind in his portrayal of Mary Todd Lincoln, helping us see her not as a caricature, but as a layered, resilient, and deeply human figure. Each room is meticulously curated. Not every item was original to the Todd or Lincoln families, but everything was period appropriate and helped tell the story. The artifacts weren't just on display. They became part of the narrative, which made it all the more engaging. What surprised me most was how much the visit made me reflect on grief ... her profound losses, her perseverance, and the emotional weight she carried as First Lady during the Civil War. It gave me a new respect for her. And even better? My wife, who is not a big history buff, was the one who suggested we go, and she loved it. That says a lot. The whole tour ran a little over an hour and was the perfect pace. Despite the unseasonably hot June day, the air conditioning kept us comfortable, and the staff were welcoming from start to finish. Bonus points for the gift shop, it's small, but full of genuinely cool and thoughtful items. Well worth the money. Perfect for history buffs, curious minds, and even the skeptics. Educational, immersive, and honest. This isn't just a house. It is a home full of stories. And thanks to Phillip, we walked out with a deeper understanding of the people and times that shaped a presidency and a nation.

We wanted to prove to ourselves that we were capable of doing something besides bourbon in…read moreLexington LOL, so we stopped here for a historical fix and were glad we did. For $15 each we could wander through the rooms as long as we didn't touch anything or sit on anything. No guided tour in the morning but there was someone downstairs who cheerily answered our questions. There's a small gift shop. Small but very pretty garden. And everything is nicely air conditioned. Parking lot is small and tight, with overflow parking available next door.

I arrived at the Keeneland welcome center to check on tix for this weekend. Turns out all ticket…read morepurchases are made online. Then I saw there were tours. Mary, the tour coordinator, was at the welcome desk. She said the morning tours were over for the day, but she could give me a quick look around. Well she went above and beyond! I was able to see the clubhouse, the Makers Mark room, and a few other really neat spots with great views of the track. Sadly Saturday's race is sold out, and Sunday is Easter, so the track is closed, but I feel like I've already experienced so much of Keeneland. If we don't get tickets for this week, it was well worth my impromptu visit to check it out, all thanks to Mary's friendliness, and her knowledge of the property's interesting history.

Tour was not at all interesting. 22 minutes just standing in the winner's circle in the sun? Mary…read moreis beyond dull.

Erin and her husband were awesome. She is so full of energy and extremely knowledge about…read moreLexington history. I loved my tour to explore Lexington and enjoy some cocktails!

Erin and her husband were so fun to have a tour with! We had so much fun learning about history and…read moreeating different foods!! We had a blast.

OMG What A Great Tour & Time!!! My wife & I went last week met in the lobby with our tour guide…read moreJeff who was awesome! He was fun knowledgeabl. We hopped in the van took us to different horse farms which in it self beautiful! We were able to go in certain farms pet and treat the horses with peppermint candy (boy they love them) Jeff learned from his grandfather & father and his years of working in the business. We enjoyed it so much must be the fastest 3 hrs we experienced didn't want it to end! My advice GO! Ask for Jeff!!!

We had an amazing tour with Jeff. We toured three different horse farms. We were able to pet horse…read moreon the first farm and learn all about the workings of the farm. Jeff was extremely knowledgeable and so engaging. He has been working in the industry for years and followed in the foot steps of his father and grandfather. We could have listened to him all day. There wasn't a question he couldn't answer and we felt like we learned so much from the 3 hours we spent on the tour. The tour bus was comfortable and the tour was well priced. I would highly recommend this tour.