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 54 km 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 West Palm Beach and takes around 4h 21m.

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 244 km from Lexington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Lexington’s bus station is located 1.3 km 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 54 km 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 West Palm Beach and takes around 4h 21m.

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 244 km from Lexington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Lexington’s bus station is located 1.3 km from the city center.

Airports near Lexington

ROARoanoke
LYHLynchburg Preston-Glenn Field
CHOCharlottesville Albemarle

Airlines serving Lexington

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,282 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,476 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,875 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,004 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,163 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,668 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,565 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (673 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,050 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (526 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,160 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
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 353 reviews)
$137+
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The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 732 reviews)
$143+
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Wingate by Wyndham Lexington
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 742 reviews)
$89+
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Sleep Inn and Suites Virginia Horse Center
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 604 reviews)
$191+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lexington
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1828 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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