Wilmore, KY

Travel Guide

Photo by Michael Schuier
Photo by Michael Schuier

Where to stay in Wilmore

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.

High Bridge

While High Bridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill and Peninsula Golf Course.

High Bridge
The Manchester

The Manchester

4 out of 5
941 Manchester St Lexington KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 604 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
SAR 604
SAR 767 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,112 reviews)
Beautiful hotel with clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff, valet parking and great food options.

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

The Manchester
Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

2.5 out of 5
501 Waller Avenue Lexington KY
The price is SAR 334 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
SAR 334
SAR 387 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (836 reviews)
Spacious room, friendly staff

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG
Staybridge Suites Lexington S Medical Ctr Area by IHG

Staybridge Suites Lexington S Medical Ctr Area by IHG

3 out of 5
209 RUCCIO WAY Lexington KY
The price is SAR 364 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
SAR 364
SAR 422 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (526 reviews)
Greta Hotel, spacious and good breakfast!

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

Staybridge Suites Lexington S Medical Ctr Area by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Few and Proud

Few and Proud

Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Everything was great for a nights stay

Reviewed on 9 December 2025

Few and Proud
The Stadium Getaway

The Stadium Getaway

2 out of 5
Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack are ...
Beautiful home! Clean and well maintained.

Reviewed on 20 December 2025

The Stadium Getaway
Fully Renovated | Finished Basement | Luxury Beds | Games

Fully Renovated | Finished Basement | Luxury Beds | Games

Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Great place. We had an excellent time.

Reviewed on 8 December 2025

Fully Renovated | Finished Basement | Luxury Beds | Games
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Wilmore

4.3
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friendly, and accommodating. We were ther for the 127 yard sale.

5/5 - Excellent

Ralph

Wilmore is beautiful and feels like home. Everyone I met was amazing and very nice. Simply an amazing little town!

3/5 - Okay

NieHaoMa

Very little to do and and see - though the surrounding area is pure Kentucky beautiful countryside.