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Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate - Life & Legacy Tour

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Lexington, USA
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On average, this is booked 33 (19) days in advance.

1 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover historic Ashland, the famous estate of "The Great Compromiser," Henry Clay. Representing Kentucky in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, as well as his tenure as Secretary of State under President John Quincy Adams, Henry Clay played a pivotal role in United States politics and history for close to half a century.

Enjoy a guided one-hour tour of the rebuilt mansion.

Tour this historic estate on a family-friendly excursion located close to downtown Lexington; guarantee admission to this popular site by booking ahead.
Visitors 5 years and older must wear masks. Visitors must remain 6 feet from other parties.

What's Included

  • Access to the estate's Gardens and Walking Trails
  • Free On-Site Parking
  • One hour guided mansion tour
  • Transportation to/from Attraction
  • Food and beverages (The Ginkgo Tree Café open Tuesdays-Saturday 11am - 3pm))
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Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate
120 Sycamore Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40502, United States

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Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate

Make your way to Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate, located in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Walk through the meticulously preserved rooms of this 18-room Italinate-styled mansion, complete with an impressive display of original furnishings, artwork and statuary. Ashland is a must-see for anyone interested in Kentucky history, United States history, Political history, the Civil War, and architecture.Enter the front door and our knowledgeable docents will welcome you inside for a narrated journey through this beautiful estate. Then, take an optional self-guided tour of the gardens and grounds, Civil War monument and Henry Clay Exhibit. Immerse yourself in the history of Henry Clay's Ashland and conclude with a stop at the Museum Store.At the end of your visit, make your way back to downtown Lexington and enjoy other must-see sites.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your preferred tour departure time. If tour is sold out you will be placed on the next available tour time that day.
  • Only the first floor of the mansion is wheelchair accessible.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate – Life & Legacy Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.63 out of 5 stars based on 62 traveler reviews collected by City Sky Diving and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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On average, this is booked 33 (19) days in advance.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Access to the estate's Gardens and Walking Trails
  • Free On-Site Parking
  • One hour guided mansion tour
  • Self-Guided tour of the Henry Clay Exhibit (optional)
  • Self-Guided tour of the Civil War Monument (optional)
  • Transportation to/from Attraction
  • Food and beverages (The Ginkgo Tree Café open Tuesdays-Saturday 11am - 3pm))

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your preferred tour departure time. If tour is sold out you will be placed on the next available tour time that day.
  • Only the first floor of the mansion is wheelchair accessible.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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