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Lexington Kentucky Map

Explore Lexington, Kentucky, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Lexington, Kentucky

How to Use This Lexington, Kentucky Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Lexington, Kentucky. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Kentucky or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Lexington.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Lexington
State	Kentucky (KY)
County	Fayette County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	37.988689
Longitude	-84.477715
Population	323,725
Density	436.8 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	40517, 40526, 40502, 40503, 40504
Area Code	606
County Seat	Lexington

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About Lexington, Kentucky

Lexington is a locality in Fayette County, Kentucky, United States. With a population of 323,725, Lexington is a major urban centre in Kentucky. The population density is 436.8 people per km². Lexington is located at 37.9887°N, 84.4777°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 40517, 40526, 40502.

Lexington occupies a singular expanse of the Bluegrass region, where the earth is underlaid by ancient limestone that feeds the richness of the soil. It lies 9.1 miles northeast of Nicholasville, KY (from Nicholasville, KY: bearing 35°T), and is situated 15.9 miles south-southeast of Georgetown. The landscape surrounding Lexington is defined by the steady, rhythmic passage of West Hickman Creek, which carves a quiet path through the terrain. While the distant Appalachian Mountains loom far to the east, the immediate horizon is dominated by open fields and the soft, verdant rise of pastureland. Residents often note how the light at dusk catches the limestone dust in the air, turning the sky a pale, hazy violet that settles over the meadows near Lake Hickman. It is a place of long, gentle gradients and dark, fertile earth that seems to hold the warmth of the sun well into the cooling evening.

European settlers first arrived here in the late eighteenth century, driven by the promise of abundant water and the promise of a temperate climate. Lexington grew rapidly from a frontier outpost into a center of commerce and culture, quickly establishing itself as a hub for the surrounding agricultural interests. The foundational years were marked by a dedication to the cultivation of the land and the establishment of institutions that would anchor the region for centuries. The architecture of the older districts reflects this early ambition, with brick facades and sturdy foundations that have weathered the passage of generations. Even today, the legacy of these pioneers is felt in the orderly layout of the streets and the enduring importance placed on the stewardship of the land.

Economic life in Lexington flows from a deep commitment to agriculture, particularly the world-renowned Thoroughbred industry, while modern sectors like manufacturing and technology have found a stable home here. The presence of the University of Kentucky serves as a massive intellectual and economic engine, drawing scholars and researchers who contribute to the city’s steady growth. Infrastructure projects maintain the flow of goods and people across the region, connecting the local markets to the broader currents of trade. Tates Creek High stands as a primary anchor for the community’s social and educational life, representing the commitment to the next generation. The pace of work is industrious yet measured, reflecting a culture that values both the technical precision of its industries and the quiet, reliable output of its fertile soil.

Culture in Lexington finds its most fervent expression in the devotion to college sports, where the community gathers to celebrate the success of local athletes with a singular, unified intensity. Annual festivals bring a vibrant energy to the streets, filling the air with the sounds of local musicians and the scent of regional culinary traditions. Landmarks such as the expansive horse farms offer a glimpse into the pastoral heritage that defines the local aesthetic, while the proximity to Bush Hollow provides a serene escape for those seeking the stillness of the natural world. Notable figures, including the statesman Henry Clay, have long been associated with the intellectual and political life of the area, leaving a mark that remains visible in the preserved estates and historical markers. The atmosphere is one of profound stability, where the appreciation for a well-maintained fence line is matched only by the respect for a shared history.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Keeneland Race Course (Attraction) — 1.2 mi, 164° S
Headley-Whitney Museum (Museum) — 2.3 mi, 052° NE
Waveland State Historic Site (Historic Site) — 2.7 mi, 072° E
University of Kentucky (Attraction) — 3.2 mi, 334° NW
Rupp Arena (Stadium) — 4.0 mi, 347° N
Lexington Public Library - Central Library (Art / Cultural Centre) — 4.0 mi, 346° N
Lexington Opera House (Theatre / Concert Hall) — 4.1 mi, 347° N
The Kentucky Theatre (Theatre / Concert Hall) — 4.1 mi, 348° N
Mary Todd Lincoln House (Historic Site) — 4.1 mi, 348° N
Fayette Mall (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 252° W
Transylvania University (Historic Site) — 4.2 mi, 351° N
Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate (Historic Site) — 4.6 mi, 001° N
Raven Run Nature Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 4.8 mi, 147° SE
Kentucky Horse Park (Attraction) — 6.9 mi, 326° NW
Old Frankfort Pike (Landmark) — 8.6 mi, 333° NW
Tates Creek High (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 211° SW
Tates Creek 02 (Local Conservation Area) — 0.1 mi, 197° S
Tates Creek 01 (Local Conservation Area) — 0.2 mi, 183° S
Tates Creek Park (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 139° SE
Lansdowne-Merrick Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 330° NW
Painting With A Twist (Gallery) — 2.0 mi, 038° NE
Flight 5191 Memorial (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 321° NW
Lakeside Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 2.4 mi, 087° E
Comedy Off Broadway (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 280° W
LakeSide LIve Summer Music Festival (Attraction) — 2.6 mi, 280° W
Summer Fun (Public Artwork) — 2.8 mi, 317° NW
Guignol Theatre (Theatre) — 3.6 mi, 338° N
Jason Baines Ghost Bike (Monument) — 3.7 mi, 351° N
State Theatre (Cinema) — 3.9 mi, 346° N
Kentucky Room (Museum) — 4.1 mi, 345° N

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