There's a ton of hiking available around Charlottesville! Shenandoah National Park is a short drive away and has pretty fantastic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. *Tip: Download the AllTrails app to look at hikes available in the area. You can filter for length and difficulty as well.
The Monticello Wine Trail has several wineries that have stunning mountain views and great wine! Two personal favorites are King Family and Valley Road. *There's also several local breweries that have beautiful views, awesome outdoor spaces, and lots of live music!
Enjoy local shops, restaurants, and street performers along one of the longest pedestrian malls in the country. Perfect for grabbing coffee, a bite to eat, or browsing shops!
If you want to explore local history, Monticello is Thomas Jefferson's iconic home and gardens, and it's absolutely beautiful! There are also other local history marks - James Monroe's Highland and UVA's Rotunda and Grounds.