Kentucky Horse Park

Activity Overview

Do you want to see a real working horse farm and get up close to different breeds of horses? If so, visit Kentucky Horse Park in the famous Bluegrass region in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Horse Park is the place to be for all animal and horse lovers, the park features horseback rides, pony rides, farm tours, horse-drawn trolley rides. See dozens of breeds of horses and enjoy a fun-filled and adventurous outing with the family. The park hosts different horse shows that are very entertaining and educational. The park encloses one of America's finest campgrounds, the park is open all year round.

Things to Do

• Come with your family and explore the real working horse farm, see a special film in the visitor center that explores the world of horses. Feature film is offered daily.
• Visit the International Museum of the horse and the American Saddle bred museum. The international museum of the horse takes you back to the 55-million years old history of the horse.
• American Saddle bred museum showcases saddle bred artifacts and interactive exhibits.
• Enjoy horse drawn trolley tour of the horse park, experience horse back riding with a knowledgeable guide.
• Children aged 2-12 can enjoy pony rides, pony rides are an exciting activity for the kids.
• Learn some behind the scene stories of the horse in the special horse farm tours that last for 2-3 hours.
• The horse farm is a home to 115 horses, meet and pet the horses in the Breeds Barn shows.
• Plenty of nice restaurants for a hefty meal or light snacks, including Bit & Bridle restaurant, The farmhouse cafe, The Paddock cafe. Concession stands can also be found in the park.
• Families can have picnic on the park grounds.
• Visit the gift shop in the visitor center and shop for horse-themed books, jewelry, clothing and toys.

Kentucky Horse Park Insider Tips

• Pets are allowed on leash.
• Wear good walking shoes.