Recreation, Attractions and dining

Located in the center of Lexington, Gratz Park Inn is within walking distance to the University of Kentucky and Transylvania University. Located nearby is Heritage Hall, Rupp Arena (home of the UK Basketball Museum), The Explorium of Lexington (formerly known as the Lexington Children's Museum), Opera House, numerous historic homes, such as the Mary Todd Lincoln house and Ashland – Henry Clay’s Grand Estate, and tours through the Gratz Park Historic District, where you can stroll by some of the area’s most remarkable architecture of days gone by. Have Jonathan pack a gourmet picnic and enjoy the Southern charm of a bygone era right outside the Inn.

Lexington is proud to be The "Horse Capitol of the World," and our guests have a wonderful opportunity to tour the surrounding area. Gratz Park Inn is just a few miles from the Kentucky Horse Park, world renowned Thoroughbred Horse farms such as Calumet, Spinthrift, and Lanes End Farm, the famous Keeneland Race Course, and the Red Mile Harness Track.

To experience fine dining at its best, visit Lexington’s favorite 5 Star restaurant, Jonathan at Gratz Park Inn. Chef Jonathan Lundy, a Lexingtonian, graduated from Johnson and Whales Culinary School and studied under renowned Chef Emeril Lagasse of New Orleans before returning to Lexington. Jonathan features regional cuisine with gourmet flair. Lunch is served Monday through Saturday, and evening meals are served Monday through Sunday. Known as a local favorite, Jonathan at Gratz Park Inn offers a wonderful brunch on Sunday. Reservations are not required, but are highly suggested.

Links to Lexington & Central Kentucky Attractions

• Downtown Lexington
• Lexington Convention & Visitors Bureau
• University of Kentucky
• Transylvania University
• Rupp Arena
• Heritage Hall & Lexington Center
• Kentucky Horse Park
• Keeneland Race Course
• Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate
• Red Mile Harness Track
• University of Kentucky Basketball Museum
• The Explorium of Lexington (formerly the Lexington Children's Museum
• Opera House

Area Restaurants

a la lucie's
159 N. Limestone
(859) 252-5277

Alfalfa's
141 E. Main St.
(859) 253-0014

Atomic Cafe
265 N. Limestone
(859) 254-1969

Bellini's
115 W. Main St.
(859) 388-9583

Buddy's Bar & Grill
854 E. High St.
(859) 335-1283

Cheapside Bar & Grille
131 Cheapside
(859) 254-0046

Columbia's Steakhouse
201 N. Limestone
(859) 253-3135

deSha's
101 N. Broadway
(859) 259-3771

Dudley's
380 S. Mill St.
(859) 252-1010

Le Deauville
Corner of Second St. & N. Limestone
(859) 246-0999

Portofino
249 E. Main
(859) 253-9300

The Grotto
314 1/2 S. Ashland Ave.
(859) 266-8008

Tomo
848 E. High St.
(859) 269-9291

Wines on Vine
400 Old E. Vine St.
(859) 243-0017