Local Attractions In And Around Charlottesville Virginia
Come to Central Virginia for a Balloon Ride and spend the rest of the day enjoying all the wonderful activities this beautiful region has to offer!
Historic Points Of Interest
Monticello - Visit the home of Thomas Jefferson. Guided tours, gift shop and beautiful gardens.
Montpelier - Take a tour of President James Madison's historic home.
Ash Lawn - Experience the historic home of President James Monroe.
Michie Tavern - Step into yesteryear circa 1784. Experience the food of the late 1700's and take a tour. Also, visit the gift shop.
Local Wineries 
Arcady Vineyard - Provides wonderful wine tasting tours of some of Virginia's finest wineries.
Monticello Wine Trail - Very nice site listing and linking the local wineries around Central Virginia.
Weekend Winery - Another nice site with an extensive list and links to the local wineries located around Central Virginia.
Outdoor Activities
Blue Ridge Parkway - Beautiful drive along the Blue Ridge Mountains South of Afton Mountain. Hiking trails, scenic vistas and camping.
Sky Line Drive - Beautiful drive along the Blue Ridge Mountains North of Afton Mountain to Front Royal. Hiking trails, scenic vistas and camping.
James River Reeling and Rafting - Raft, canoe or tube down the James River in Scottsville VA.
The University 
The University Of Virginia - Come and Look around Thomas Jefferson's University. Beautiful architecture with a strong history and a world of activities ranging from great sporting events to rich cultural experiences.
Art
Bayle Art Museum - University of Virginia's beautiful art museum.
Charlottesville Tourism
Charlottesville Tourism - Great online information guide showing all the wonderful ways one can spend their time while in Central Virginia.
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