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University of Kentucky
Explore the campus of University of Kentucky, during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Kentucky Horse Park
Kentucky Horse Park is a favorite place to visit in Lexington and nearby activities include horseback riding. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Fayette Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fayette Mall during your stay in Lexington. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene, or seek out its horseback riding.
The Kentucky Castle
Enjoy a trip to The Kentucky Castle and popular activities like horseback riding in Versailles. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
![Kentucky State University was chartered in May 1886 as the State Normal School for Colored Persons, only the second state-supported institution of higher learning in Kentucky.[1] During the euphoria of Frankfort's 1886 centennial celebration, the city donated $1,500 towards the purchase of land for a new college on a bluff overlooking Frankfort.
The new school formally opened on October 11, 1887, with three teachers, 55 students, and John H. Jackson as president.[1] Recitation Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/153e32620cffbd999fa3637cc30e197d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kentucky State University
Walk around the campus at Kentucky State University during your visit to Frankfort. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.
Eastern Kentucky University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Eastern Kentucky University, during your travels in Richmond. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Martin Luther King Hotel Deals
Motel 6 Lexington, KY - Airport
The rooms and the front offfice were very clean. The staff were all so friendly. Its very centrally located.
Reviewed on 7 November 2025
Hilton Lexington/Downtown
Everything was clean
Reviewed on 3 November 2025
GLō Best Western Lexington
Muy bueno
Reviewed on 8 November 2025
GuestHouse Lexington
AC worked great and the beds were super comfortable
Reviewed on 4 November 2025
Hyatt Regency Lexington
Super easy to get to Rupp. Nice place..
Reviewed on 4 November 2025
The Manchester
Beautiful place on the inside. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 9 November 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Martin Luther King
North Upper Street
North Upper Street might not have many top sights, but Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Lexington
While visiting Downtown Lexington, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena.
Northside District
If you're spending some time in Northside District, Lexington Opera House and Hunt-Morgan House are top sights worth seeing.
Historic South Hill
While Historic South Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lexington Memorial Coliseum and Rupp Arena.
Distillery District
If you're spending some time in Distillery District, Barrel House Distilling and James E. Pepper Distillery are top sights worth seeing.
Kenwick
While Kenwick isn't home to many top sights, Ashland Henry Clay Estate and Lexington Memorial Coliseum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Martin Luther King, KY
- Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center
- Downtown Arts Center
- The Kentucky Theater
- Living Arts & Science Center
- University of Kentucky
- Kentucky Horse Park
- Keeneland Racing Course
- Rupp Arena
- Kroger Field
- Red Mile Racetrack
- Fayette Mall
- The Kentucky Castle
- University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
- Lexington Convention Center
- Hamburg Place
- Hamburg Pavilon
- Lexington Opera House
- Woodford Reserve Distillery
- Transylvania University
- Baptist Health Lexington
- Fort Boonesborough State Park
- Shriners Hospitals for Children
- The Mall At Lexington Green
- Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
- Masterson Station Park
- Keene Trace Golf Club
- Lexington Ice Center
- Toyota Visitor Center
- Lexington Memorial Coliseum
- Asbury University
- Claiborne Farm
- Cherry Blossom Golf and Country Club
