Wilmore, KY

Travel Guide

Photo by Michael Schuier
Photo by Michael Schuier

Where to stay in Wilmore

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.

High Bridge

While High Bridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill and Peninsula Golf Course.

High Bridge
Hilton Lexington/Downtown

Hilton Lexington/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
369 West Vine Street Lexington KY
The price is AED 449 per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
AED 449
AED 521 total
24 Dec - 25 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Great location!

Reviewed on 27 November 2025

Hilton Lexington/Downtown
The Manchester

The Manchester

4 out of 5
941 Manchester St Lexington KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 711 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
AED 711
AED 889 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,055 reviews)
Amazing night at the Manchester, the room was luxurious, food and drinks even more so. Thank you to the staff and patrons for making it a wonderful evening.

Reviewed on 24 November 2025

The Manchester
GuestHouse Lexington

GuestHouse Lexington

2.5 out of 5
2261 Elkhorn Road Lexington KY
The price is AED 216 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
AED 216
AED 251 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,468 reviews)
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Reviewed on 22 November 2025

GuestHouse Lexington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Red Mile Racetrack and Kroger Field ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
Good location and plenty of room.

Reviewed on 6 November 2025

Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location
Graffiti Art Haus - Walk to Central Bank Arena

Graffiti Art Haus - Walk to Central Bank Arena

Lexington KY
Stay at this condo in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Red Mile Racetrack and Kroger Field are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Great Location
We really enjoyed our stay in the historic district. We went on evening walks around the neighborhood admiring the homes, and easily walked to the downtown area. The condo was very clean, and had many thoughtful amenities. The bed, although very low to the ground was very comfortable, the sofa…not ...

Reviewed on 26 July 2025

Graffiti Art Haus - Walk to Central Bank Arena
The Stadium Getaway

The Stadium Getaway

2 out of 5
Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack are ...
The Stadium Getaway
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Wilmore

4.3
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 43%
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4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friendly, and accommodating. We were ther for the 127 yard sale.

5/5 - Excellent

Ralph

Wilmore is beautiful and feels like home. Everyone I met was amazing and very nice. Simply an amazing little town!

3/5 - Okay

NieHaoMa

Very little to do and and see - though the surrounding area is pure Kentucky beautiful countryside.