High Bridge, KY

Wilmore

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.
Looking up Kentucky river at a tributary offshoot that has completely different coloring.

Popular places to visit

High Bridge Park

After visiting High Bridge Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore.

High Bridge Park

High Bridge Kentucky River Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in High Bridge Kentucky River Museum in Wilmore.

High Bridge Kentucky River Museum

Asbury University

4/5(1 review)

Walk around the campus at Asbury University during your stay in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Asbury University

Asbury Theological Seminary

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Asbury Theological Seminary during your stay in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Asbury Theological Seminary

Grimes Playground

After visiting Grimes Playground, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmore. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Grimes Playground

Wilmore City Hall

Wilmore City Hall is just one of the places to see in Wilmore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Wilmore City Hall

High Bridge Hotel Deals

Elwood Hotel & Suites

Elwood Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
444 Parkway Drive Lexington KY
The price is NT$3,092 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$3,092
NT$3,589 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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! (1,030 reviews)
The room was very nice and the staff was very friendly. The hotel is in a good location if you are interested near downtown Lexington but not being right in the heart of downtown.

Reviewed on 2026/2/23

Elwood Hotel & Suites
The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1375 South Broadway Lexington KY
The price is NT$3,858 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$3,858
NT$4,478 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Very lovely!

Reviewed on 2026/2/23

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton
Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4174 Rowan Lexington KY
The price is NT$3,928 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
NT$3,928
NT$4,560 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
Always look forward to staying here when traveling to Kentucky. Well maintained property, great rooms and easy access to food, shopping and other locations.

Reviewed on 2026/2/18

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel
Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

2.5 out of 5
501 Waller Avenue Lexington KY
The price is NT$2,632 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
NT$2,632
NT$3,054 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (858 reviews)
Everything was was well taken care of Nice sized rooms with great amenities & great location for colleges

Reviewed on 2026/2/18

Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

3.5 out of 5
245 Lexington Green Circle Lexington KY
The price is NT$4,124 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$4,124
NT$4,787 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
The room was clean, the bed was comfortable and the staff were friendly. I would stay again!

Reviewed on 2026/2/18

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green
Tru by Hilton University Medical Center

Tru by Hilton University Medical Center

2.5 out of 5
535 Waller Avenue Lexington KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$2,869 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
NT$2,869
NT$3,330 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (586 reviews)
TV didn’t work. We had a 3 night stay. I contacted the front desk and they did some trouble shooting with me. Nothing worked. A maintenance person was supposed to fix it the second day. Never happened. Called down to front desk again and we tried a few other unsuccessful things. We were never offered ...

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Tru by Hilton University Medical Center
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