Lexington travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lexington

With a population of 31,394, Lexington is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Lexington deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Lexington

If you’re looking for affordable options, Town Meeting (Formerly Known as Artistry on the Green) (2027 Massachusetts Avenue) and Il Casale - Lexington (1727 Masschusetts Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Lexington

Lexington in March
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lexington in March
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lexington

Plane

When flying to Lexington, you’ll arrive at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 20 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lexington include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. The shortest domestic flight to Lexington departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lexington, followed by Acela. The train journey from Lexington to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wells, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lexington is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 297 km from Lexington. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lexington, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Lexington takes 97 km and will cost you around $11. From Springfield, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 193 km.

Plane

When flying to Lexington, you’ll arrive at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 20 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lexington include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. The shortest domestic flight to Lexington departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lexington, followed by Acela. The train journey from Lexington to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wells, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lexington is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 297 km from Lexington. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lexington, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Lexington takes 97 km and will cost you around $11. From Springfield, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 193 km.

Airports near Lexington

Airlines serving Lexington

Lufthansa
Good (4,677 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,623 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,259 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,583 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,994 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (810 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lexington

Most booked hotels in Lexington

The Inn at Hastings Park
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 68 reviews)
$418+
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 7020 reviews)
$321+
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2403 reviews)
$288+
The Revolution Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3778 reviews)
$170+
Omni Parker House
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2823 reviews)
$272+
Hilton Boston Logan Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2676 reviews)
$298+

Renting a car in Lexington

Renting a car in Lexington costs $86 per day, on average, or $171 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lexington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Lexington is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lexington costs $86 per day, on average, or $171 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lexington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Lexington is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.