Title: Visit Lancaster: Best of Lancaster Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Lancaster](https://expedia.ca/Lancaster-Hotels.d6347115.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Lancaster](https://expedia.ca/Lancaster-Vacation-Rentals.d6347115.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Lancaster](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Lancaster.d6347115.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Lancaster Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lancaster.d6347115.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lancaster Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Lancaster.d6347115.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Lancaster ## Travel Guide ![Road and moving traffic in front of Garrard county justice center in Lancaster, Kentucky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347115/a2b669d0-4b6b-49b3-987d-bb2aec1abc5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Took my kayak down to the Kentucky river and paddled up Dix river. It's perfect for seeing Kentucky river's old locks, bridges, and stone cliffs. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347115/602b7549-1f21-486b-b5a3-b9dcca2ae43a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dix River meanders it's way from the Kentucky River to Lake Herrington. Tall limestone cliffs stand just off the bank on both sides. I really don't think Kentucky gets enough love for it's scenery. I didn't know Kentucky had cliffs like this before moving here. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347115/1a0f882e-4e5e-40fa-9fbb-7a6abf92a580.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Halfway through a 3 km loop at Tom Dorman SNP you can take an offshoot down to the sandy banks and be rewarded with views from the belly of the Kentucky River Palisades. The exposed rock is beautiful and it's old. REALLY old. Half a billion years old. I'm still trying to let that number sink in. #paleozoicgeology The walk was short, hilly, and slippery if you have knee problems begin the loop on the east side of the parking lot your joints will thank you once you make it to the stairs. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347115/3e432011-9861-48f8-9a51-db50fc3c3c50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lancaster Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Lancaster ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bryantsville If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bryantsville and surrounding area, you can visit Herrington Lake and First Vineyard. [](https://expedia.ca/Lancaster-Bryantsville.dx3000438364) - Lancaster Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Lancaster ![Bourbon Barndominium Bonanza! Golf Simulator+Theater+Hot Tub+Sports Bar+Arcade](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103080000/103070300/103070218/w1200h799x0y1-6b22e412_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bourbon Barndominium Bonanza! Golf Simulator+Theater+Hot Tub+Sports Bar+Arcade Lancaster KY Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Lancaster. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Lancaster Grand Theatre ... 10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews) This property served as a perfect place for everyone to stay together for my daughter‘s wedding. With family coming from out of state, We wanted to spend as much time as possible and this home offered the ability to do that. Our ages ranged from 20 to 80 and this property was a perfect fit. Especially ... Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=103070218&PinnedHotelID=103070218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347115) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=103070218&PinnedHotelID=103070218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347115) ![The Manchester ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92440000/92430600/92430541/e4c398a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Manchester 941 Manchester St Lexington KY CA $255 CA $319 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,206 reviews) Hotel and room was beautiful. Upscale without being snooty. Very clean. Check in staff were just okay. No water or anything offered. No ice on any floor and had to go down to bar for a glass of ice. Mini fridge is so packed w hotel beverages for purchase there is no room for your own. No iron/board ... Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=92430541&PinnedHotelID=92430541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347115) ![Elwood Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219800/2219782/f131bcc5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elwood Hotel & Suites 444 Parkway Drive Lexington KY CA $139 CA $161 total Apr 20 - Apr 21 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,052 reviews) Everything at the hotel was excellent. Room, staff, restaurant, and bar. Plenty of restaurants and things to do. It was just a couple blocks from University of Kentucky campus. 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Popular attractions Lancaster Grand Theatre ... 10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews) This property served as a perfect place for everyone to stay together for my daughter‘s wedding. With family coming from out of state, We wanted to spend as much time as possible and this home offered the ability to do that. Our ages ranged from 20 to 80 and this property was a perfect fit. Especially ... Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Lancaster-Hotels-Bourbon-Barndominium-Bonanza-Golf-SimulatorTheaterHot-TubSports-BarArcade.h103070218.Hotel-Information) ![2 or 3 Bedroom/Baths House in Andover Convenient to All of Lexington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31880000/31874700/31874613/06e25348_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 2 or 3 Bedroom/Baths House in Andover Convenient to All of Lexington Lexington KY Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 10/10 Exceptional! (316 reviews) This home was everything we expected! The host was very easy to communicate with when needed.The parking was fine for us this trip, but it might be a good idea to include the amount of parking space available with all listings, as at other times we have had up to three crew cab dually pickup trucks ... Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Lexington-Hotels-3-Bdr3-Bath-House-In-Andover-Convenient-To-All-Of-Lexington.h31874613.Hotel-Information) ![2 Bed/2 Bath Home in Andover area. Premier Host with 250+ 5-Star Reviews!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97090000/97084900/97084885/9ef5fdd8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 2 Bed/2 Bath Home in Andover area. Premier Host with 250+ 5-Star Reviews! Lexington KY Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews) We had a wonderful stay at this Vrbo rental! The location was perfect—close to everything we needed and easy to get around. We especially appreciated that it was pet-friendly, which made traveling so much easier for us. The owner was also very responsive and easy to reach, making the entire experience ... Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Lexington-Hotels-2-Bed2-Bath-Home-In-Andover-Area-Premier-Host-With-250-5-Star-Reviews.h97084885.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Lancaster](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6347115&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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The exposed rock is beautiful and it's old. REALLY old. Half a billion years old. I'm still trying to let that number sink in. #paleozoicgeology The walk was short, hilly, and slippery if you have knee problems begin the loop on the east side of the parking lot your joints will thank you once you make it to the stairs. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347115/3e432011-9861-48f8-9a51-db50fc3c3c50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tom Dorman State Nature Preserve Tom Dorman State Nature Preserve is just one of the places to see in Lancaster, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the theater scene while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tom-Dorman-State-Nature-Preserve-Lancaster.d927864143929765888.Vacation-Attraction) #### Peninsula Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Lancaster at Peninsula Golf Course. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Peninsula-Golf-Course-Lancaster.d553248621561880684.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lancaster Grand Theatre You can enjoy a show at Lancaster Grand Theatre during your stay in Lancaster. Discover the countryside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lancaster-Grand-Theatre-Lancaster.d553248621580782420.Vacation-Attraction) #### Dupree Nature Preserve After visiting Dupree Nature Preserve, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lancaster. Take in the theater scene while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Dupree-Nature-Preserve-Lancaster.d927864607079567360.Vacation-Attraction) #### Garrard County Courthouse After visiting Garrard County Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lancaster. Discover the countryside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Garrard-County-Courthouse-Lancaster.d553248621580782421.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kamp Kennedy Marina Explore the waterfront in Lancaster with a trip to Kamp Kennedy Marina. Take in the theater scene while you're in the area. 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