Introduction
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, Southern Inn Restaurant (37 S Main St) and Juniper Lounge at The Gin Hotel (30 South Main Street) are great picks.

When to visit Lexington

Lexington in December
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lexington in December
Estimated hotel price
$97
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, Allegiant Air, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lexington departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 34m.

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 Hertz and Turo, 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, Allegiant Air, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lexington departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 34m.

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 Hertz and Turo, 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,435 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (961 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,139 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,697 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,531 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (664 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (505 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,091 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,025 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lexington

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Lexington-Historic Area and Wingate by Wyndham Lexington.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lexington

Most booked hotels in Lexington

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Hampton Inn Lexington-Historic Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 346 reviews)
$137+
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Best Western Plus Inn at Hunt Ridge
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 717 reviews)
$117+
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The Gin Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 715 reviews)
$143+
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Wingate by Wyndham Lexington
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 696 reviews)
$89+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lexington
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1818 reviews)
$91+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lexington, VA
3 stars
Good (7.5, 557 reviews)
$113+
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Renting a car in Lexington

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Lexington is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 20% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Lexington is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 20% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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