Things To Do
Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park is the closest national park to Winchester, VA, with the Front Royal entrance (mile 0.6 of Skyline Drive) located just 20-25 minutes south of the city. The park features 500+ miles of hiking trails, stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views, and access to the scenic 105-mile Skyline Drive.
Old Town Winchester
A vital marketplace for more than 250 years, Old Town Winchester cherishes its heritage. Visitors are welcomed here with the grace and style typical of Virginia hospitality. Old Town Winchester is located within the heart of a 45-block National Register Historic District and features a quaint pedestrian walking mall bursting with outdoor cafes, fun & specialty retail shops, historic attractions and family-oriented activities throughout the year.
Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
The Museum of the Shenandoah Valley anchors a regional history museum complex that includes the Glen Burnie Historic House and six acres of spectacular gardens. Designed by architect Michael Graves, the 50,000-square-foot museum boasts four galleries and a museum store. The museum is open year-round, and the house and gardens are open April-November.
Dinosaur Land
At Dinosaur Land, a roadside attraction, you step into a world lost in time, a historical walk where you immerse yourself in the wonders of the prehistoric era as you stroll along their paved path, surrounded by over 50 life-sized dinosaurs.
