Gabrielle & Derek
Things To Do
Bodo's Bagels (UVA "Corner")
Delicious, cheap bagels, salads, bagel sandwiches! Some say, these are the best NYC bagels outside of NYC... "The number one thing people miss when they move away from Charlottesville ..." --Real Estate Weekly, 9/2/08
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards boasts some of the best mountain views in the Charlottesville area and is only 15 minutes from downtown. They have an exquisite farm-to-table food menu that complements their delightful wines.
King Family Vineyards
King Family Vineyard will transport you to another world. Located just 15 minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown Charlottesville, there's plenty of outdoor space to sip wine in the sun and enjoy the gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Try their Meritage wines, which are a delicious blend of Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec.
Blue Mountain Brewery
Blue Mountain Brewery is one of the breweries on the Brew Ridge Trail. It has plentiful outdoor space with awesome views of the mountains. We stopped here on a brewery tour the weekend we got engaged, and got to celebrate the engagement with some of Gabby's best friends.
Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall
"Charlottesville’s Dining, Entertainment & Shopping District! A visit to Charlottesville isn't complete without a stop at the Downtown Mall. A wonderful mix of restored and renovated buildings, visitors can enjoy shopping, dining and entertainment along the brick-paved pedestrian area. 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."
Shenandoah National Park
"Just a short drive away from Charlottesville and Albemarle County, nestled among the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, visitors will find the Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway."