Lindsay & Graham
Things To Do
Downtown Mall
The Downtown Mall is a vibrant pedestrian mall lined with historic buildings, local boutiques, restaurants and shops. Favorite restaurants and bars on or near the Downtown Mall include The Nook (diner), Jack Brown's (Southern/bar), C&O (upscale French), Monsoon Siam (Thai), The Fitzroy (American/bar), Marco & Luca (late night dumplings), Brazos (tacos), Maya (Southern), Miller's (dive bar), Tavern & Grocery (American), Orzo (Mediterranean) and Alley Light (speakeasy).
The University of Virginia
The University of Virginia is one of the nation's most picturesque college campuses (obnoxiously referred to as the "grounds") and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Highlights include the Rotunda, Lawn and Chapel, which are right across from the Corner.
The Corner
Located directly across from the University, the Corner is the main dining, drinking and shopping drag for students. Favorite bars and restaurants include Bodo's Bagels (famous bagels), The Virginian (Southern/bar), Mellow Mushroom (pizza), The Graduate (American/rooftop bar) and The Spot (greasy spoon).
Monticello
Tour the historical home of Thomas Jefferson, which offers amazing mountain-top views of the Charlottesville area. Monticello is a short drive or Uber from downtown Charlottesville.
Vineyards
Known as the "Monticello Wine Trail", there are dozens of great vineyards easy accessible from Charlottesville. Favorites include Pippin Hill, Keswick, Jefferson, King Family, Veritas and Barboursville.
Breweries
There are several great breweries in and around Charlottesville. Options within walking distance or a quick Uber from the Downtown Mall include Three Notch'd, Starr Hill, South Street, Devil's Backbone, Kardinal Hall and Random Row.
IX Art Park
Home of the famous "Love Butt" and Three Notch'd Brewery, IX Art Park is an outdoor art park located a short walk from the Downtown Mall. There is a great farmers market on Saturdays.
Humpback Rocks Trail
A favorite hike for UVA students and local families, the Humpback Rocks trail is a two-mile trail about 30 minutes outside of Charlottesville offering great views of the Shenandoah Valley. The hike takes about two hours to complete and isn't particularly strenuous.
Carter Mountain Orchard and Country Store
A short drive or Uber from Charlottesville, Carter Mountain is a hilltop orchard, cidery, country store and bakery with stunning views of the Shenandoah Valley. On Thursday evenings they host their famous "sunset series" with live music overlooking the mountains.