Alexis & Karl
Alexis & Karl
Things to Do
There is so much to do in the Lexington area, and even more if you venture up the road to Winston Salem! We have a few favorites listed below, but for more ideas, check out the Visit Lex NC website for a list of local activities, restaurants, shops, and more. Better yet, enjoy the weather and check out the "Pigs in the City" Map to see if you can find and grab a picture with the famous Lexington pigs!
Favorite Coffee Shops
Black Chicken Coffee House & Gifts
Hours: M-Th 7am-6pm; F 7am-8pm and Sa 8am-6 pm.
Perfect Blend
Hours: M-F 6:30am-5pm; Sa 7:30am-4pm
Lexington Style BBQ!
Some of you may know that Lexington is famous for its BBQ, hosting the annual Barbecue Festival in October each year and bosting several restaurants, each with their own spin on Lexington style BBQ. Every Lexington native will have strong opinions about the BBQ in town, but here are our favorites.
Barbecue Center
The BBQ Center is the oldest spot in Lexington that still cooks on pits, and you can taste the difference!
Their chopped plates and sandwiches are the best! Plus some hushpuppies, a Cheerwine, and their world-renowned Banana Splits!
Lexington Barbecue
Affectionately referred to by locals as Honeymonk, this Lexington BBQ restaurant has been serving authentic Western-style Carolina pork BBQ since 1962.
We like their chopped BBQ plate (dark meat of course) with a Cheerwine!
Favorite Stops in Uptown
The Candy Factory
Classic sweet treats and Lexington favorites can be found at the Candy Factory right on main street!
Hours: M-Th 10am-5:30pm; F 10am-7:30pm; Sa 10am-4pm
Local Wine and Beer
Childress Vineyards
You can book wine tastings and vineyard tours in advance! Or head to their store for some cute gifts and a less formal wine tasting at their wine counter.
Hours: Every day 10:00am-5:00pm
Bull City Ciderworks Lexington
Try out all-organic hard cider at Bull City. Walking distance from downtown Lexington, Bull City and Goose & Monkey are side by side in the old Lexington furniture factory district.
Hours: Tu-Th 3pm-9pm; F-Sa 12pm-11pm; Su 12pm-8pm
Goose and the Monkey Brew House
Try out Goose and the Monkey for some inventive craft beer and great food. Walking distance from downtown Lexington, Bull City and Goose & Monkey are side by side in the old Lexington furniture factory district.
Hours: M-Th 11am-10pm; F-Sa 11am-11pm; Su 12pm-6pm
Further Away
Bob Timberlake Gallery
Visit the art gallery of a famous Lexington painter, Bob Timberlake, known for his landscapes and snowy farm scenes.
Hours: W-Sa 10:00am-3:00pm
RCR Museum
In downtown Welcome, near Center Church where the wedding ceremony will take place, is the RCR Museum and Gift Shop. If you're a NASCAR and Dale Earnhardt fan, we recommend this stop!
Hours: T-F 9am-5pm; Sa 9am-3pm
Boone's Cave Park
For a nice hike or a picnic, visit this 100-acre park in Western Davidson County, about a 20-minte drive from the hotel. They also have an 18-hole Disc Golf course with discs for rent from park staff.
Hours: Every day 8am-7pm
High Rock Lake Public Access
There are many access points to High Rock Lake, but depending on what you want to do, look into Boat rentals, kayak and SUP rentals, designated swimming areas, and other activities.