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Lexington

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Home to two prestigious educational institutions, Lexington was founded in 1778. Higher education and tourism make the wheels in the town's economy turn. The town boasts a long list of historical sites; some are located in the red-brick buildings along the small main street, while others accentuate the natural landscape. The parks and forests that surround the town offer visitors a taste of the idyllic southern countryside that so inspired Thomas Jefferson. Plan your trip to Lexington and other United States destinations using our handy United States travel planning app.
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Virginia Military Institute
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Lee Chapel and Museum
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Stonewall Jackson House
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Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery
4.6
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Hidden gems in Lexington

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George C. Marshall Museum
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Duration: 1h 30 min
Museum of Military Memorabilia
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Virginia Horse Center
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Chessie Nature Trail
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Duration: 2 hours

Museums in Lexington

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Earth, Fire, & Spirit Pottery
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Duration: 30 minutes
Mc Cormick Farm
4.3
Duration: 2 hours

Shopping in Lexington

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The Antique Mall
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Duration: 1h 30 min
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Cocoa Mill Chocolate Company
3.6
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Lexington

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Washington and Lee University
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Where to stay in Lexington

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A small collection of hotels and bed and breakfasts stand on either side of the town's main street. The fringes of the city are more rural and offer quiet cabins and guesthouses in a natural setting.
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