Things To Do
Luray Caverns
Explore the stunning Luray Caverns, where towering stalactites and mirrored pools create a breathtaking underground landscape. Even if you're claustrophobic, the caverns are so vast and open that you’ll feel like you’re walking through a grand subterranean cathedral.
Skyline Drive
Skyline Drive near Luray offers some of the most breathtaking views in Shenandoah National Park, with scenic overlooks like Thornton Hollow and Stony Man providing sweeping vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Just a short drive from Luray, trails like Hawksbill Summit and Mary's Rock reward hikers with stunning panoramas and diverse wildlife. Whether you're taking a leisurely drive or hitting the trails, this stretch of Skyline Drive is the perfect way to experience the beauty of the Shenandoah Valley.
Old Rag Mountain Trail
Old Rag Mountain (9.5 miles round trip) – A bucket-list hike near Luray, featuring rock scrambles and epic summit views. Challenging but rewarding! (considered a hard hike)
Dark Hollow Falls Trailhead
Dark Hollow Falls (1.4 miles round trip) – A short but steep hike leading to one of the park’s most beautiful waterfalls, perfect for a quick scenic adventure. (Moderate difficulty)
Stony Man Trailhead
Stony Man Trail (1.6 miles round trip) – A short, family-friendly hike with a gentle incline leading to a stunning overlook of the Blue Ridge Mountains. (Moderate) Added bonus, this view overlooks the wedding venue AND where we got our engagement photos.
Castle Vineyards
Located north of Luray in Page County, Castle Vineyards offers wines aged and bottled by Barren Ridge Vineyards. Visitors can enjoy tastings in their new barn-style tasting room, which features both indoor and outdoor seating with picturesque views of the surrounding countryside.
Glen Manor Vineyards
Situated on the western flank of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Front Royal, Glen Manor Vineyards is a family-owned estate producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of their steep, high-elevation vineyards. The tasting room provides a serene setting to sample their selection of wines, with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
Copper Fox Distillery Sperryville
A must-visit for whiskey lovers, Copper Fox specializes in unique, malty spirits aged with fruitwood for a rich, smooth flavor. Enjoy a tour, tasting, and a behind-the-scenes look at their innovative distilling process.
New Market Battlefield State Historical Park
A short drive from Luray, this park commemorates the Battle of New Market, where Virginia Military Institute cadets fought in May 1864. The site includes a museum with artifacts and exhibits.
Shenandoah River Outfitters
Offers tubing trips from mid-May to mid-September, with options for different trip lengths and cooler tube rentals. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends
Chop House Bistro
This place had a great meal after we hiked Old Rag. We highly recommend their food and drink, however get a reservation if you plan to have dinner here.
Rappahannock Pizza Kitchen (RPK)
This place had great Pizza to go with a cute little grocery store attached to it. Just know if you are staying in Luray the trip over the mountain will take a little longer.