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CHARLOTTESVILLE-ALBEMARLE, VA
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Escape to the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Explore Thomas Jefferson's Academical Village at UVa, his home Monticello and the 13 wineries on the Monticello Wine Trail.Named after the queen consort of King George III, Charlottesville, VA, is a destination where visitors can get the royal treatment. An ideal day in Charlottesville combines history and culture in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Take a skyline drive through the scenic winding roads in Shenandoah National Park or indulge in a plethora of unique stores and shops in the Downtown Mall. With so much to do, it is no wonder that Charlottesville was named Money magazine’s No. 1 small city in the South.
Best known as the home to three U.S. Presidents, (Jefferson, Madison and Monroe) no trip to Charlottesville is complete without touring its historical gems. Thomas Jefferson left an indelible mark on his hometown. The grounds of the renowned mountain-top home he built, Monticello, and the beloved school he founded, the University of Virginia, are must see attractions that draw thousands.
Abutting UVa, The Corner is a bustling commercial district full of bars, eateries, and shops. When you tire of strolling, lounge on the terraced grassy courtyard of the Lawn. At the center of Jefferson’s academic community, this spot is great for people watching while you rest.
Charlottesville’s bustling Downtown Mall is one of the longest outdoor pedestrian malls in the nation. This shopping paradise is laid entirely with brick and features an assortment of restaurants, shops, and art galleries. It is also the home of Fridays After Five, a weekly concert series that is a local favorite.
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