Walking mall located near the heart of the city, this area has fantastic restaurants and places to go out!
Monticello
931 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902, (434) 984-9800
The estate of TJ - the man, the myth, the legend himself. Very cool tours or you can just walk around the grounds and enjoy the estate.
Shenandoah National Park
VA(540) 999-3500
Numerous hikes can be found in this large national park outside of the city. For those looking for views without the hike- checkout Skyline Drive through the park!
University of Virginia Grounds
1826 University Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22904
Check out all that UVA has to offer- from the Rotunda, to the Lawn, to Clark Library. This historic campus is great for a picnic or tour.
Wineries & Breweries
Blue Mountain Brewery
9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, VA 22920, (540) 456-8020
Our favorite views and best pub sandwiches on Route 151 (stretch of breweries and wineries)!
Pro Re Nata
6135 Rockfish Gap Turnpike, Crozet, VA 22932
Great outdoor space with converted shipping containers and a good selection of beer and food!
Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen & Brewery
520 2nd Street Southeast, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Located close to downtown Charlottesville in the IX Art Park, this is a great new spot in an artistic area. Brand new, very large facility to grab a drink and watch a game.
Starr Hill Downtown
946 Grady Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Located in the Dairy Market in Charlottesville, this is a great place to grab a beer and have a bite to eat!
King Family Vineyards
6550 Roseland Farm, Crozet, VA 22932
A great local winery with great views of the mountains. Polo matches are played during the spring months on their massive grounds.
Veritas Vineyards and Winery
151 Veritas Lane, Afton, VA 22920
A great winery about 20/30 minutes west of the city! Definitely worth the trip to visit their gorgeous tasting room.
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
5022 Plank Road, North Garden, VA 22959
Great food and a close winery to downtown Charlottesville!
Food
Petite MarieBette
105 East Water Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, (434) 284-8903
Gorgeous pastries and coffee at this small cafe off of the Downtown Mall!
Bodo's Bagels
505 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903, (434) 293-5224
Kelsey won't vouch for it, but it is solid bagels for down south. Ryan would like opinions from other New Yorkers/New Jersians.
Ivy Provisions
2206 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903, (434) 202-1308
The perfect hangover cure. Get a greasy sandwich (our favorite is the Notorious P.I.G) for the road.
Take It Away Sandwich Shop, UVa Corner
115 Elliewood Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903, (434) 295-1899
The GOAT sandwich shop in Charlottesville. A student favorite but be on the lookout- this shop has odd hours.