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, 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 Lufthansa, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lexington departs from Boston and takes around 4h 38m.

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 Lufthansa, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lexington departs from Boston and takes around 4h 38m.

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

Lufthansa
Good (7,208 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,677 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,350 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,363 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (892 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,101 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,805 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,718 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,467 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (654 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,915 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (486 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 Best Western Plus Inn at Hunt Ridge.

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 (8.6, 336 reviews)
$143+
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Best Western Plus Inn at Hunt Ridge
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 707 reviews)
$117+
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The Gin Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 694 reviews)
$127+
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Wingate by Wyndham Lexington
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 665 reviews)
$105+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lexington
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1774 reviews)
$69+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lexington, VA
3 stars
Good (7.7, 547 reviews)
$123+
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Renting a car in Lexington

Renting a car in Lexington costs $72 per day, on average, or $144 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, 5% more expensive than at Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field.

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. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lexington, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lexington costs $72 per day, on average, or $144 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, 5% more expensive than at Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field.

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. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lexington, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

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