Amy & Daniel
Things To Do
The National D-Day Memorial
Located in the town suffering the highest per capita D-Day losses in the nation, The National D-Day Memorial honors the Allied forces that participated in the invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944. With its stylized English Garden, haunting invasion tableau, and striking Victory Plaza, the Memorial stands as a powerful permanent tribute to the valor, fidelity, and sacrifice of D-Day participants. The Memorial and gift shop are open from 10 AM – 5PM everyday, CLOSED MONDAYS during the months of December, January and February
Peaks of Otter Winery
“Fruit of the Farms Wine” features Dry Apple, Sweet Apple, Crab Apple, Cherry, Berry, Pear, Peach, Plum, Apple Cinnamon and Apple Chili Pepper wines, plus other new and exciting wines. This winery makes over 30 different wines annually and is open on weekends January through March (noon to 5 pm), and daily April through December (noon to 5pm). The rest of the time by chance or appointment. Taste samples of the fresh fruit that wines, jellies, jams, butters, and sweet ciders are made from. A pavilion offers picnic opportunities and a beautiful view. Take a self-guided farm tour and enjoy visiting farm animals and enjoying the wonderful views. You may also enjoy looking at our barn quilts and taking a photo with our new LOVE letters!
Leo Grande Vineyards & Winery
This family owned and operated vineyard and winery is located in Goode, in the heart of Bedford County. Drop by and visit our tasting room and veranda which offers a spectacular view of the Peaks of Otter and out-of-this-world sunsets over the Blue Ridge Mountains. Wines include many Italian varieties. Enjoy the 400 acre farm with its Black Angus, horses, goats, chickens & pot-bellied pigs.
Riverside Park
One of the most beloved parks in Lynchburg, and the second oldest, Riverside Park has over 49 acres of rolling parkland with lovely stands of trees and walking trails that provide views of the wooded hillsides and the river beyond. The park has wonderful views of the James River from the Overlook and along the Alpine Trail, which was the first dedicated hiking trail in Lynchburg.
One Way Out Lynchburg, VA Escape Room
One Way Out is a real-life escape room in Lynchburg, VA. We offer several exciting scenarios that "lock" guests in a room with only one way out - discover the clues, solve the puzzles, and work together to escape the room within 60 minutes. Friends, family, co-workers, and even strangers get to work together and use critical thinking skills to escape the room. Can you escape?
Blackwater Creek Natural Area
Serene, wooded nature preserve offering scenic paved & dirt trails for biking, jogging & walking.
Beale's
Simple thrills for curious folks! The first brewery in the town of Bedford opened its doors on June 24, 2017. Named after the famed Beale’s Treasure that legend indicates is buried somewhere in the mountains of Bedford County. A full-service authentic wood-smoked BBQ restaurant (with Texas and Virginia influences) and several craft beers on tap. Beale’s Gold (the brewery’s flagship beer) is the first Virginia-made beer packaged in an 8-pack. The Gold is a Helles Lager that’s straightforward and easy to drink, full-bodied with a crisp finish. Outside dining (weather permitting); family and dog friendly. Fri 4:00pm to 10:00pm Sat 12:00 to 10:00pm Sun 12:00 to 7:00pm
Apocalypse Ale Works
Apocalypse Ale Works is the first brewery in Forest, Virginia since Thomas Jefferson brewed in the 1800’s at Poplar Forest. In addition to a brewery, we also have a tasting room, where the public can try our products. We are located in the old Forest Volunteer Fire Department, beside Pints O’Plenty. The brewery will sell kegs all over the state of Virginia, with an emphasis on supplying the local restaurants first. Eventually we will expand to bottling our beer. Our mission is to brew quality beer for all palates. The end of bad beer is here! Friday 4:00pm to 11:00pm Saturday Noon to 11:00pm Sunday Noon to 7:00pm
Peaks of Otter
The Peaks of Otter is located at Milepost 86 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, eight miles from the Town of Bedford.