Itineraries Plan Your Day Trip to Versailles, Kentucky July 25, 2025 First things first, here in Kentucky, it’s “Ver-sales” rather than “Ver-sigh”. Even though it’s not quite the same as the Palace of Versailles, this small town is overflowing with charm, and yes, we do have a castle! Located just west of Lexington, Woodford County is a beloved area for travelers and locals alike. We’ve arranged a day trip itinerary for your next trip to Versailles and Woodford County, Kentucky, including a distillery tour, horse farm tour and a few of our favorite places to shop, dine and explore. Note: This itinerary is a suggestion only and is based on a sample of what tours may be available in spring and summer of 2025. Each Horse Country tour requires that guests be ticketed in advance. Tickets are available for purchase at www.visithorsecountry.com or by calling 859-963-1004. Though this info has been researched & is being shared in good faith, tour availability is subject to change. TOUR Start off your day with a tour of Woodford Reserve, or another one of Woodford County’s famous distilleries! When touring a distillery, you’ll have a chance to dive into the fascinating process that goes into producing Kentucky’s native spirit. You’re likely to see the process from fermentation to distilling, bottling to storage, and everything in between. Distillery tours often include a chance to taste Kentucky bourbon – either in a guided tasting or in a craft cocktail. As always, be sure to enjoy responsibly throughout your visit. Tours often book up quickly, so we recommend making your reservations in advance of your trip. We highly recommend visiting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail website for more details on how to book a distillery tour and what experiences each distillery offers. Woodford Reserve in Versailles, Kentucky Woodford Reserve in Versailles, Kentucky EAT Grab lunch at The Stave, nestled alongside Glenns Creek. This local favorite focuses on locally sourced and inspired dishes, from pimento cheese and hot browns to bread pudding, BBQ and more. We recommend making reservations ahead of your visit! The Stave in Frankfort, Kentucky TOUR After visiting a distillery and enjoying lunch, head to your horse farm tour! Woodford Reserve is located just a few miles from some of Kentucky’s top horse farms, including Coolmore’s Ashford Stud (home of Triple Crown winners American Pharoah and Justify), Godolphin at Gainsborough Farm (the birthplace of Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty), Pin Oak Stud (home to racehorses in training, mares, foals and a stallion), and more. Reservations are required before arriving for a horse farm tour. We recommend clicking here to browse tour offerings, and utilize the filters to choose your preferred date and number of guests for the most up to date availability. Coolmore’s Ashford Stud in Versailles, Kentucky Pin Oak Stud in Versailles, Kentucky EXPLORE Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Woodford County, Kentucky! Head to Downtown Versailles for shopping, coffee and more. Be sure to take a photo in front of the horse farms mural while you’re there! If you can’t get enough, take the short drive to Midway for a more shopping and great options for dinner. Both towns feel like stepping into a Hallmark movie! Woodford County Tourism has incredible resources for planning your visit to this lovely area, which can be viewed by clicking here. Downtown Versailles, Kentucky Note: This itinerary is a suggestion only and is based on a sample of what tours may be available in spring and summer of 2025. Each Horse Country tour requires that guests be ticketed in advance. Tickets are available for purchase at www.visithorsecountry.com or by calling 859-963-1004. Though this info has been researched & is being shared in good faith, tour availability is subject to change. KENTUCKY BOURBON TRAIL® AND BOURBON TRAIL™ are trademarks of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association and used with permission.
