Jenny's Guidebook
Food scene
Awesome brunch menu and the food is delicious. There might be a little wait but I think it's worth it.
71 locals recommend
My Dog Duke's Diner
1007 Commerce StAwesome brunch menu and the food is delicious. There might be a little wait but I think it's worth it.
If you enjoy a cocktail, this place is where to order a great drink with your tacos.
99 locals recommend
El Jéfe Taqueria - Lynchburg
1214 Commerce StIf you enjoy a cocktail, this place is where to order a great drink with your tacos.
If you like Indian food, this place is awesome. I recommend the lunch buffet for the price. But during COVID they are not serving the buffet but have created a special to-go buffet style dish for a good price.
14 locals recommend
Milan Indian Cuisine
2124 Wards RdIf you like Indian food, this place is awesome. I recommend the lunch buffet for the price. But during COVID they are not serving the buffet but have created a special to-go buffet style dish for a good price.
Sightseeing
You are not that far away from the famous Blue Ridge Mountains. You can google "Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway" and take a nice slow scenic ride if you have several hours to burn. Picnic places are not that hard to find just off the two lane road. In fact, you can mark “hike the Appalachian Trail” off your bucket list by finding that specific trail in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
31 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Mountains
You are not that far away from the famous Blue Ridge Mountains. You can google "Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway" and take a nice slow scenic ride if you have several hours to burn. Picnic places are not that hard to find just off the two lane road. In fact, you can mark “hike the Appalachian Trail” off your bucket list by finding that specific trail in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Cole Mountain via Appalachian Trail: Jefferson National Forest - Cole Mountain easily ranks highly amongst favorite areas in Jefferson National Forest primarily for its stunning sunrise hikes. The 1490 foot peak is what makes the trip.
8 locals recommend
Cole Mountain
Appalachian National Scenic TrailCole Mountain via Appalachian Trail: Jefferson National Forest - Cole Mountain easily ranks highly amongst favorite areas in Jefferson National Forest primarily for its stunning sunrise hikes. The 1490 foot peak is what makes the trip.
Just gorgeous! Intermediate hike but stunning views at the top. Lots of rocks and climbs.
41 locals recommend
Sharp Top Mountain Trailhead
Sheep Creek RoadJust gorgeous! Intermediate hike but stunning views at the top. Lots of rocks and climbs.
This hike is not as steep as Sharp Top but it's still a good hike that will get the blood flowing.
6 locals recommend
Flat Top Mountain
This hike is not as steep as Sharp Top but it's still a good hike that will get the blood flowing.
Ummmm. It's Monticello. Go. It's historic. It's Thomas Jefferson at his best. ;-) But seriously, if you are a history buff, this is a must. It's a little over an hour drive. Notably, his summer home is right here locally.
635 locals recommend
Monticello
1050 Thomas Jefferson PkwyUmmmm. It's Monticello. Go. It's historic. It's Thomas Jefferson at his best. ;-) But seriously, if you are a history buff, this is a must. It's a little over an hour drive. Notably, his summer home is right here locally.
Sports activities
There are only two complexes in the world like this one. You can “ski” or “snowboard” on this viscous surface any day of the year. It’s pretty awesome.
100 locals recommend
Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
4000 Candlers Mountain RdThere are only two complexes in the world like this one. You can “ski” or “snowboard” on this viscous surface any day of the year. It’s pretty awesome.
You can walk here if you wanted to. During baseball season, you can hear and sometimes see the fireworks from the porch. 😁
22 locals recommend
Lynchburg Hillcats
3180 Fort AveYou can walk here if you wanted to. During baseball season, you can hear and sometimes see the fireworks from the porch. 😁
Blackwater Creek, Beaver, and Creekside Trails Loop is a 2.6 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Lynchburg, Virginia that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking, running, and nature trips and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/blackwater-creek-beaver-and-creekside-trails-loop
123 locals recommend
Blackwater Creek Natural Area
Blackwater Creek, Beaver, and Creekside Trails Loop is a 2.6 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Lynchburg, Virginia that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking, running, and nature trips and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/blackwater-creek-beaver-and-creekside-trails-loop
Winery
Veritas Vineyards and Winery
151 Veritas LnA fun day trip for those who love wine.
Rebec Vineyards
2229 N Amherst HwyTruth be told, a little over one hour away are 35 wineries known as the Monticello Wine Trail. Stone Mountain Vineyard is just one of those 35.
The Monticello Wine Trail consists of 35 beautiful wineries all within easy access of Charlottesville. Start planning your weekend of wine tasting or come for the day. Meet a winemaker, enjoy a wine festival, or a concert under the stars, these are but a few of the many attractions you can enjoy with a visit to the Monticello Wine Trail. Check out this link, and go have yourself a blast! https://monticellowinetrail.com/
44 locals recommend
Stone Mountain Vineyards
1376 Wyatt Mountain RdTruth be told, a little over one hour away are 35 wineries known as the Monticello Wine Trail. Stone Mountain Vineyard is just one of those 35.
The Monticello Wine Trail consists of 35 beautiful wineries all within easy access of Charlottesville. Start planning your weekend of wine tasting or come for the day. Meet a winemaker, enjoy a wine festival, or a concert under the stars, these are but a few of the many attractions you can enjoy with a visit to the Monticello Wine Trail. Check out this link, and go have yourself a blast! https://monticellowinetrail.com/
Art & Theatre
Renaissance Theatre
301 Grove StreetVisit this wonderfully and newly restored theatre for an evening of entertainment at its best.
50 locals recommend
Academy Center of the Arts
600 Main StVisit this wonderfully and newly restored theatre for an evening of entertainment at its best.
City advice
Book before you go
Places to pamper yourself (or just get a haircut)
A great link for haircuts, massages, and the like. ;-) https://downtownlynchburg.com/blog/2021/3/29/pamper-spots