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Best for guests who want to learn more about the stallion business and breeding industry in Kentucky, and those looking to see some of the biggest names in horse racing history. WHAT YOU'LL SEE Stallions, you may take pictures, but this is a hands-off tour BEST FOR All Ages, curious, casual, and committed fans welcome ON THE TOUR You will be walking & standing throughout the tour Spendthrift Farm welcomes you to immerse yourself in the historical culture of thoroughbred breeding on this tour of the stallion complex. The tour will visit the historic stallion complex and state-of-the-art dual breeding shed, unlike any other in the Bluegrass, where more than 3,000 mares walk through its doors during any given breeding season. You will view a selection of the Spendthrift Farm stallions, while learning about their race record, pedigree and progeny, before walking through the rest of the stallion barn to see the many champions that call Spendthrift home. Throughout the tour, you will learn about Spendthrift’s colorful founder, the larger than life Leslie Combs, who was known for both entertaining celebrity guests and revolutionizing the thoroughbred industry. You will also hear more on industry innovator B. Wayne Hughes, who has not only revitalized Spendthrift Farm but invested in the sport of horse racing for years to come. Please note: you will not see a live breeding on this tour. For the safety of guests and horses, tour guests are not allowed to touch stallions during this tour. Please note, we cannot guarantee that any particular stallion will be shown on a particular tour. ABOUT SPENDTHRIFT FARM Learn more about Spendthrift Farm by visiting their website, through their Trip Advisor Page, or by checking out their social media pages: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Sitting on over 1, 200 acres, we are the home to champions such as 146 Kentucky Derby winner AUTHENTIC, #1 General Sire INTO MISCHIEF, 4x Champion racehorse BEHOLDER & MONOMOY GIRL, and more. We are based in the heart of Horse Country and commit our business to the health and well being of our horses. Looking for another time to visit Spendthrift Farm? Check out their Shuttle Experience to meet the mares and foals of Spendthrift Farm. TERMS & CONDITIONS Please be sure to make your booking prior to arriving at the farm We do our best to let fans meet their favorites however there are no guarantees that can be made for any horse on any particular tour Showings depend on the health and daily activities of our horses No pets are allowed on property No weapons will be permitted on property There are public restrooms available CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellations for refunds or rescheduling tours (pending availability) require 48 hours’ notice prior to tour Service fees are always non-refundable If this tour is canceled by Spendthrift Farm, your ticket will be fully refunded or rescheduled (pending availability) Please let us know of any request for accommodation or assistance. We are available at 859-963-1004 and [email protected]. We understand COVID-19 continues to be a factor in how our guests and members participate in experiences. We are committed to providing safe and fun experiences, and recommendations and best practices may change based on changing circumstances. If you have specific questions about any experience, please feel free to contact us at 859-963-1004 or [email protected]. If you are not feeling well or have any symptoms of illness, we kindly ask that you plan to not participate on a tour. WHAT YOU'LL SEE Mares & Foals, you may get hands-on! BEST FOR All Ages + Kid-Friendly, curious, casual, and committed fans welcome ON THE TOUR This is a shuttle tour, but you will be walking & standing during the tour too Spendthrift Farm welcomes you to immerse yourself in the historical culture of thoroughbred breeding. This one-hour tram ride will take you around the historic 1200-acre Spendthrift Farm where you will learn about the farm's past while meeting the farm's future. The tour begins at the Spendthrift office, which was once our founder's home, then you will hop on 'Speedthrift', the Spendthrift Farm shuttle, and pass by the iconic stallion complex and 'Nashua Motel', then travel onto the backside of Spendthrift to visit with our broodmares and foals! Breeders' Cup Classic champion White Abbario is one of the many greats bred and raised at Spendthrift Farm, and you never know what future champion you will meet on this tour. On this tour, the tram will make frequent stops where you will be able to be hands-on with the mares and foals, feeding treats and creating unforgettable moments. Outside treats are not allowed. Please note: Beholder, Monomoy Girl and the stallions are not included in this tour. ABOUT SPENDTHRIFT FARM Learn more about Spendthrift Farm by visiting their website, through their Trip Advisor Page, or by checking out their social media pages: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Sitting on over 1, 200 acres, Spendthrift Farm is the home to champions such as 146 Kentucky Derby winner AUTHENTIC, #1 General Sire INTO MISCHIEF, 4x Champion racehorse BEHOLDER & MONOMOY GIRL, and more. The farm is based in the heart of Horse Country and commit their business to the health and well being of their horses. Looking for another time to visit Spendthrift Farm? Check out their Visit Spendthrift Tour to meet some of the stallions that call Spendthrift Farm home. TERMS & CONDITIONS Please be sure to make your booking prior to arriving at the farm We do our best to let fans meet their favorites however there are no guarantees that can be made for any horse on any particular tour Showings depend on the health and daily activities of our horses No pets are allowed on property No weapons will be permitted on property There are public restrooms available CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellations for refunds or rescheduling tours (pending availability) require 48 hours’ notice prior to tour Service fees are always non-refundable If this tour is canceled by Spendthrift Farm due to the weather, your ticket will be fully refunded or rescheduled (pending availability) Please let us know of any request for accommodation or assistance. We are available at 859-963-1004 and [email protected]. We understand COVID-19 continues to be a factor in how our guests and members participate in experiences. We are committed to providing safe and fun experiences, and recommendations and best practices may change based on changing circumstances. If you have specific questions about any experience, please feel free to contact us at 859-963-1004 or [email protected]. If you are not feeling well or have any symptoms of illness, we kindly ask that you plan to not participate on a tour.