Things To Do
Hiking
There are a ton of amazing hiking options within the Charlottesville area! Whether you're a beginner or are seeking an advanced hike, we highly recommend hitting the trail and exploring the mountains of Virginia. Best Hikes include: Humpback and the Monticello Trail, but the Shenandoah area boasts many incredible options!
Wineries, Breweries, Cideries & Orchards
One of our favorite activities to do in Virginia is explore the various vineyards and breweries! Wineries: Pippin Hill, King Family, Hazy Mountain, Blenheim, Veritas, Keswick Breweries: Blue Mountain Brewery, Star Hill, Pro Re Nata, Devil's Backbone, Castle Hill Cidery, Albermale Ciderworks, Potters Cidery, Bold Rock Cidery
Downtown Mall
The Downtown Mall is a vibrant collection of more than 120 shops and 30 restaurants housed in historic buildings along the city's Main Street. Enjoy dining al fresco at a number of fine restaurants or shop at a number of unique boutiques. Watch a movie, play or live music at one of several performance venues. Convenient parking in nearby garages and parking lots, as well as a free trolley service connecting the Downtown Mall to the University of Virginia make a visit to the downtown area easy for visitors.
Monticello
Monticello was the primary residence of Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, who began designing Monticello after inheriting land from his father at age 26. Tickets are available online to explore the grounds.
UVA Rotunda and Lawn
If this is your first time to Cville, we highly recommend walking onto the UVA campus to explore the Rotunda and the Lawn. The original Grounds of the University, including the Rotunda and the Lawn, were designed by Jefferson to be what he called an "Academical Village." The Academical Village includes a rectangular, terraced green space known as the Lawn; two parallel rows of buildings, the Pavilions, connected by colonnaded walkways and student rooms; and the Rotunda, which closes off the north end of the Lawn.
The Local
The Local specializes in amazingly hearty and heartfelt takes on classic Appalachian dishes, like Berkshire pork chop, crispy trout, locally-reared meatloaf, gnocchi bolognese, and local braised short ribs.
C & O
One of Charlottesville’s most beloved restaurants, perfect for a cozy, rustic affair!
Bodos Bagels
Best bagels in town!
ROOTS NATURAL KITCHEN
Casual, to-go salad place