The 5 block area near UVA known as the Corner is full of bars, restaurants, bookstores, and night spots. It lies on University Avenue directly across the UVA Grounds and is the center of student nightlife. The wedding block hotels are right on the Corner. A great spot to find a casual, quick lunch, dinner or late night snack.
A pedestrian street in the heart of Charlottesville and a must-see for those visiting for the first time. There are plenty of places to eat, drink and shop. Restaurants ranging from casual to more sophisticated, and a great choice for dinner on Friday or lunch on Saturday.
Beautiful views, great wines - and sometimes you can catch a polo match. Lots of outdoor seating make this a great picnic spot. 25 minute drive.
Great food, great beer. 10 minute walk from the Downtown Mall.
Charlottesville's longest running brewery and pub. 5 minute walk from the Downtown Mall.
A hidden spot in an alley just behind the Mall (look for the lantern over the door) Amazing cocktails, amazing food.
An elegant historic Charlottesville spot.
Seafood and southern fare, a 10 minute walk from the Downtown Mall.
Great dinner place.
Dive bar on the Downtown Mall where Dave Matthews used to work and where DMB got its start. Most nights you can still find live music. No reservations.
This two-mile hike in the Blue Ridge is one of the most popular in Charlottesville. Intersecting with the Appalachian Trail, the hike is about a 750 ft climb.
The beautiful Shenandoah National Park has plenty of hiking and biking trails and gorgeous drives. The closest entrance to downtown is in Afton, VA at Rockfish Gap. Skyline Drive is a beautiful way to see the park.