Location: Versailles
Top Things to do in Versailles
Top 5 Things to do Good for Kids in Versailles, Kentucky (KY)
Versailles (/vərˈseɪlz/) is a home rule-class city in Woodford County, Kentucky, United States and is located near Lexington. It is part of the Lexington-Fayette Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 8,568 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Woodford County. The city's name is pronounced /vərˈseɪlz/ vər-SAYLZ, not like the French city of the same name.
Restaurants in Versailles
1. WinStar Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 117 reviews
Come and visit WinStar Farm in Versailles, Kentucky, a top force in the Thoroughbred breeding and racing industry. See the stallions of our all-star roster, including 2x Breeders’ Cup Classic winner and Horse of the Year Tiznow, Kentucky Derby runner-up and Triple Crown Sire Pioneer of the Nile, Kentucky Derby winner Super Saver, and many other champions! Guests will be able walk through our state-of-the-art stallion barn and get a glimpse of the day to day life of each of our stallions. The total package. This two hour tour allows guests to first see the stallions of our all-star roster and walk through our state-of- the-art stallion barn to get a glimpse of the day to day life of each of our stallions. Climb aboard our brand new electric shuttle and see all the beauty the rest of the farm has to offer. Driving tour includes foaling barn and broodmare barns as well as some of the historic sites on the farm
Reviewed By marilyno455 - Naples, United States
This tour was the best! The guide Olivia took us through the stallion barn where we saw some of the most beautiful stallions that were all top notch. Her passion for the horses was obvious as she told us about each one and about their distinct personalities. Her explanation of the breeding operation and the daily life of these stallions was so informative. The shuttle tour of the beautiful farm was also very enjoyable with Olivia and Ann providing more information about how the foals and mares are cared for. Seeing this behind the scenes operation will make watching racing much more enjoyable for me. I would recommend this tour to everyone who has any interest in thoroughbred horses.
2. Coolmore America - Ashford Stud
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 96 reviews
Come and visit Ashford Stud, international breeding giant Coolmore’s home in the Blue Grass. Coolmore also have large operations in Ireland and Australia, making us one of the biggest bloodstock players globally. Behind Ashford’s historic stone walls you will find some of the most sought-after horseflesh in the world as well as a storied history. Our iconic stallion barns are home to Triple Crown and Breeders' Cup Classic hero AMERICAN PHAROAH along with the likes of Kentucky Derby winner FUSAICHI PEGASUS and record breaking freshman sire UNCLE MO. Come and see why Coolmore’s farms around the world have earned the moniker of the Home of Champions. We do our best to let fans see American Pharoah and our other champions, however, no guarantees can be made for any particular tour - showings are pending the health and welfare of the animals. For the same reason, we're unable to allow feeding of the horses during tours. No pets are allowed on property.
Reviewed By RosemaryAlb - Johns Creek, United States
Great tour and got to meet Justify! The grounds are what you picture for a Kentucky horse farm, beautiful!
3. Sun Valley Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 252 reviews
Sun Valley Farm is one of the most picturesque thoroughbred breeding farms in Woodford County, Ky. Located less than one minute from world famous Woodford Reserve Distillery, the Sun Valley Tour is a unique blend of the rich histories of bourbon and thoroughbred racing. Your tour will take you through our beautiful Kentucky landscape of endless fields of green, spring-fed streams, and fences as far as the eye can see. Prepare to discover "up close" the majesty of the Thoroughbred, and the dedication and attention to detail involved in their development from day one. Family owned and operated for more than 20 years, Sun Valley Farm is a true passion for the Butzer family and is home to Thoroughbred broodmares responsible for producing more than 200 stakes horses worldwide. Explore the history of the land, the 1800's bourbon connection, and the inner-workings of day to day life on Sun Valley Farm. March Tours Daily at 1 PM OR check out the "Limited Edition" Teeny Time Tour at 3 PM.
Reviewed By K5350GJjakeh
Beautiful farm and great tour guide, Brett was very informative and nice. It was a pleasure to walk through the horse stable and get to pet the horses.
4. Eckert's Orchard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Eckert's Orchard is open seasonally May - first part of November! We grow delicious strawberries, super sweet peaches, blackberries, over 30 varieties of apples, and lots of pumpkins all of which are available seasonally.
Reviewed By skh7000 - Arlington, United States
We have been to this orchard multiple times and always a great experience. Kids love the playing area, farm animal area, we all love the u-pick selection at different times of the year, seating area for having refreshments, country store is nice. Apple cider donuts are awesome. Can't wait to return in the spring!
5. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad and Museum
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 63 reviews
The Museum owns 5.5 miles of track, from just west of Versailles, to the bluff overlooking the Kentucky River. Young's High Bridge, also known as the Tyrone High Bridge, continues across the river to the Anderson County side. Each Saturday and Sunday between late Spring and early Fall, the train departs the station at 2 pm for a 90 minute long ride. Currently the train travels to the end of the track, at the edge of the Young's High Bridge. Passengers may disembark to view the top of the bridge and the surrounding scenery. Upon re-boarding, the train returns to the station. We have several types of Special Events throughout the year, to help garner interest in our Museum!
Reviewed By bridgetcerny - Lexington, United States
This was a lovely afternoon activity that I enjoyed with my brother who was visiting the area. Very reasonably priced. I booked the air conditioned first class carriage and the seats were extremely comfortable. If the weather isn't too hot, the other carriages would have been fine too. We meandered through some beautiful countryside and learned a lot of history on the way. It is really worth disembarking when the train stops, to see the old railway line and the Wild Turkey distillery in the distance - wonderful photo opportunities too. On the day we took the trip, we had some civil war soldiers riding on the train with us and watched a great reenactment of a battle. The soldiers were very entertaining and got us to sing along with them a couple of times. However, for the younger women on the train, this may have been rather uncomfortable as some of the soldiers were clearly hitting on them over and over again. It became embarrassing and the young women in the seat next to us was clearly uncomfortable as two or three of the men continually leaned over her as they passed and remarked on her clothing and the amount of skin she was showing. This is nothing to do with the Bluegrass Scenic Railroad as these civil war soldiers are volunteers but it might be a good idea to have a word with them.
