Half-Day Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour in Kentucky
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Discover why Lexington, Kentucky is known as the Horse Capital of the World on this 3.5-hour narrated tour with transportation provided on a comfortable 14-person passenger van. The tour is not all on the van, though, as destination stops are made at world famous Keeneland Race Course* and one or more of the beautiful Thoroughbred horse farms that combine to make the Lexington region the true epicenter of Thoroughbred breeding in the United States ... and beyond.
All tours are given by very experienced local guides who share a wealth of stories about the history of the local area, farms, bourbon production and the Thoroughbred horse -- the world's most desired breed for winning the world's most prestigious races.
* NOTE: All tour itineraries can vary/change depending on changing destination and farm availability on the specific day of the tour. This is true for all of the venues (including Keeneland at its discretion) and the Thoroughbred horse farms.
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Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No food allowed on tour
Bottled water or covered drinks allowed
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
November 12th - March 10th: Minimum numbers of 4 guests are required to run tour.
Under Kentucky law, a farm animal activity sponsor, farm animal professional, or other person does not have the duty to eliminate all risks of injury of participation in farm animal activities. "There are inherent risks of injury that you voluntarily accept if you participate in farm animal activities." "By purchasing ticket/s you agree that Thoroughbred Heritage Tours is not liable for any injuries or death that may occur due to participating in a farm animal activity in Kentucky".
There is no age limit but a ticket is required for all children. It is not recommended for children under six. Kentucky State Law requires infants and/or toddlers must be in a car seat, rear facing until 2 years of age. Children younger than 8 years old and between 40 and 57 inches must be in a booster. Children younger than 8 but taller than 57 inches do not have to ride in a booster seat.
No animals including service animals allowed on the tours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Thoroughbred Heritage Visitors Center Guests will be transported from this pick-up location to visit beautiful Thoroughbred horse farms in the area, learn about Thoroughbred breeding, training, racing and aftercare and get to interact with some of the farms' horses as available. Guests will be returned to the Visitors Center at the end of the tour. (Free parking is available at the Visitors Center.)
What‘s Included
Transportation in a 14-person passenger van
Professional guide
Gratuities for Guide (recommended)
Food and drinks
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Daily Horse Farm Tour
Horse Farm Tour: On this 3.5-hour narrated tour experience why Lexington is the epicenter for producing the world's best Thoroughbred horses!
Reviews
1,966 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day at a good price
Kim T,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Informative and interesting trip aboard a comfortable van. Our guide Mark was very passionate about the thoroughbred industry and knowledgeable as well. Everyone was extremely friendly.
Great afternoon in horse country
Ilene F,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The group was small,the group leader was knowledgeable and we learned about the racing industry in Kentucky. The countryside and ,horse farms were nice to see. Seeing the horses was great.! A lovely afternoon.
Great time and informative.
D6430OVrichardk,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was knowledgeable and professional imparting his 40 years of experience in thoroughbred horses and the industry. Wish we had more time with him as the tour time wasn't nearly enough.
Do not hesitate to book...
Jesseca D,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Do not hesitate to book this tour! Will, our guide, was both a wealth of knowledge and entertaining. The drive to the breeding barn and to the stallion barn was beautiful and we learned alot about other farms along the way. The visit to Keenland was truly a highlight! Great day!
Incredibly Interesting
John A,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible information about the fascinating industry of thoroughbred horse breeding. Tim was very knowledgeable and great at explaining.
Horse Farms Tour
seppsjr22,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informed tour guide. Learned a lot I didn't know. Just a great experience.
Enjoyable afternoon in the Lexington Thoroughbred countryside
Dreamer34984881353,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Richard was a great resource on the tour. Can’t beat the price! Would have been well worth it at twice the price!!!
Great tour
geoffrey m,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide had 50 years of experience in the horse industry which made for a very interesting and informative tour. Unlike a lot of other kinds of tours, these guys didnt learn a script, they just know everything and have an obvious love of horses.
Great Job - good time.
L8864HSandrewl,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great excursion. Tim was very knowledgeable and entertaining. His inside game on the horse business in Lexington was great.
Wonderful three hour tour..
dorislU8987TO,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was excellent ; he was very knowledgeable , we learned so many interesting details about thoroughbred horses.
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