Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lexington travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lexington

With a population of 7,042, Lexington is a must-see destination in Virginia, 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.

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Where to Eat in Lexington

If you’re looking for affordable options, Haywood's (2 North Main Street) and Bistro on Main (8 N Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Lexington

Lexington in December
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lexington in December
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lexington in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 35.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Lexington, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Lexington

Plane

Although Lexington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field (LYH), which is located 34 miles from Lexington. Roanoke is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Emirates, Lufthansa and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lexington departs from New York and takes around 3h 48m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lexington.

Car

Another option to get to Lexington is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 152 miles from Lexington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Lexington’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Lexington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field (LYH), which is located 34 miles from Lexington. Roanoke is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Emirates, Lufthansa and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lexington departs from New York and takes around 3h 48m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lexington.

Car

Another option to get to Lexington is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 152 miles from Lexington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Lexington’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Airports near Lexington

ROARoanoke
LYHLynchburg Preston-Glenn Field
CHOCharlottesville Albemarle

Airlines serving Lexington

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,468 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,872 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,003 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,160 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,672 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,563 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (672 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (526 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,040 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,155 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lexington

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Motel 6 Lexington and Sleep Inn and Suites Virginia Horse Center.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lexington

Most booked hotels in Lexington

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Tru by Hilton Lexington
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 92 reviews)
$122+
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Hampton Inn Lexington-Historic Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 350 reviews)
$137+
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The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 729 reviews)
$143+
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Wingate by Wyndham Lexington
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 734 reviews)
$89+
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Sleep Inn and Suites Virginia Horse Center
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 603 reviews)
$191+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lexington
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1826 reviews)
$91+
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Renting a car in Lexington

Renting a car in Lexington costs $63 per day, on average, or $127 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, 1% more expensive than at Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lexington, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lexington costs $63 per day, on average, or $127 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, 1% more expensive than at Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lexington, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

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