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Keeneland Backstretch Tour

Keeneland Backstretch Tour

On this unique tour, guests will stroll around just outside the Keeneland's stable area, or 'backstretch'. Among the possible activities you could see include a racehorse being bathed or a horse receiving new shoes. The tour will also make stops at the main track and training track, as well as the racing office and Sales Pavilion, when available.
For an exclusive glimpse into the daily operations on the backside of a racetrack, this is the tour for you. This insider's tour takes you from the main track to the perimeter of barn 20 and everything in between! ON THE TOUR On this unique tour, participants will stroll around just outside the Keeneland's stable area, commonly known as the 'backstretch'. Among the possible activities you could see include a racehorse being bathed or a horse receiving new shoes. The tour will also make stops at the main track and training track, as well as the racing office and Sales Pavilion, when available. Please note, this tour requires walking over 1.5 miles, and standing on uneven terrain. Due to this, we do not recommend this experience for guests who utilize a wheelchair or walker. ABOUT KEENELAND Learn more about Keeneland on their website, through their Trip Advisor Page, or by visiting their social media pages: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Located in the Horse Capital of the World, Keeneland is an internationally renowned racecourse and the Thoroughbred industry’s leading auction house. Founded in 1936, Keeneland’s mission is to continually invest in the industry and to preserve the tradition of Thoroughbred racing. From its inception, Keeneland's founders intended it to be a special place – one that symbolizes the best in Thoroughbred racing in the heart of horse country. This founding vision continues more than eight decades later as Keeneland continues to provide racing and sales at the highest level. TERMS & CONDITIONS To ensure availability, make your booking prior to arriving at the track. Groups no more than 10 people max Guests must be over the age 13+ to book this tour. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Due to the proximity to horses on this tour, wheelchairs, walkers and strollers are not permitted. Guests must be able to briskly walk 1.5 miles on uneven terrain, grass, dirt, and potentially mud. No pets are allowed on property. Service dogs are permitted but not within eyesight of horses. Tours are conducted rain or shine; in the case of severe weather, a cancellation may occur for a full refund. No weapons will be permitted on property. CANCELLATION POLICY Service fees are always non-refundable If this tour is canceled by Keeneland, your ticket will be fully refunded or rescheduled (pending availability). Please contact us with any request for accommodation or assistance at 859-288-4142 and [email protected]. We are committed to providing safe and fun experiences, and recommendations and best practices may change based on changing circumstances. If you are not feeling well or have any symptoms of illness, we kindly ask that you plan to not participate on a tour.

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Cancellation Policy

• Cancellations for refunds or rescheduling tours (pending availability) require 48 hours’ notice prior to tour
• If this tour is canceled by Keeneland, your ticket will be fully refunded or rescheduled (pending availability)