Things to do in and around Harrisonburg!
Food scene
Magpie Diner
85 W Gay StBrunch on the weekends fills up fast, and shouldn't be missed!
Try the Blue Monkey pancakes! They're a Harrisonburg favorite. Locally sourced ingredients at a no frills Harrisonburg staple!
35 locals recommend
The Little Grill Collective
621 N Main StTry the Blue Monkey pancakes! They're a Harrisonburg favorite. Locally sourced ingredients at a no frills Harrisonburg staple!
Ruby's Arcade is a playland for adults! Pool, darts, shuffleboard, arcade games, ping pong, and even DUCKPIN BOWLING are available. Try the wood-fired pizzas and sweet potato fries!
42 locals recommend
Ruby's Arcade
165 S Main StRuby's Arcade is a playland for adults! Pool, darts, shuffleboard, arcade games, ping pong, and even DUCKPIN BOWLING are available. Try the wood-fired pizzas and sweet potato fries!
Great local brewery with great bar, indoor and outdoor seating, and food available delivered from a few downtown eateries through Giddy Up Courier (bike delivery). Walkable to other great downtown destinations, and a great way to start or end a night in Harrisonburg's downtown district.
52 locals recommend
Pale Fire Brewing Co
217 S Liberty StGreat local brewery with great bar, indoor and outdoor seating, and food available delivered from a few downtown eateries through Giddy Up Courier (bike delivery). Walkable to other great downtown destinations, and a great way to start or end a night in Harrisonburg's downtown district.
Local coffee joint with incredibly-sourced coffee and espresso drinks. Try some of their bakery or menu items, they are incredible! Great vibe, plenty of seating, and a great way to start your day of adventure in the area, or just to find a place to unwind and relax.
28 locals recommend
Black Sheep Coffee
80 S Liberty StLocal coffee joint with incredibly-sourced coffee and espresso drinks. Try some of their bakery or menu items, they are incredible! Great vibe, plenty of seating, and a great way to start your day of adventure in the area, or just to find a place to unwind and relax.
City/town information
Home to Virginia's first Culinary District, Harrisonburg is home to a vibrant arts and entertainment district, multiple craft breweries and cideries, historic Kline's Dairy Bar, a diverse downtown historic district, and James Madison University. So much to do, you could spend a day or a week and not do it all!
63 locals recommend
Harrisonburg
Home to Virginia's first Culinary District, Harrisonburg is home to a vibrant arts and entertainment district, multiple craft breweries and cideries, historic Kline's Dairy Bar, a diverse downtown historic district, and James Madison University. So much to do, you could spend a day or a week and not do it all!
Sightseeing
Great mountain biking trails, maintained and added to regularly by the local bike coalition. Parking lot is at the bottom of the trail access, and there is a small fee required to be on the trails.
6 locals recommend
Massanutten Western Slope
4276 Happy Valley RdGreat mountain biking trails, maintained and added to regularly by the local bike coalition. Parking lot is at the bottom of the trail access, and there is a small fee required to be on the trails.
Incredible views for miles and miles accessible by paved roads. Picnic areas and parking at the top. Be there for sunrise or sunset and drink in some of the most killer views of the area that you will find anywhere!
40 locals recommend
Reddish Knob
Incredible views for miles and miles accessible by paved roads. Picnic areas and parking at the top. Be there for sunrise or sunset and drink in some of the most killer views of the area that you will find anywhere!
Nearby fishing lake with trails and picnic areas. A great way to spend a day. Parking available onsite.
7 locals recommend
Elkhorn Lake
Nearby fishing lake with trails and picnic areas. A great way to spend a day. Parking available onsite.
Wherever you access it, the Shenandoah River is one of the most picturesque in Virginia. Great for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, or floating, there are many access points that can be found online and also guides who are happy to take you out for a day on the river. If you need recommendations, just reach out!
43 locals recommend
Shenandoah River
Wherever you access it, the Shenandoah River is one of the most picturesque in Virginia. Great for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, or floating, there are many access points that can be found online and also guides who are happy to take you out for a day on the river. If you need recommendations, just reach out!
City advice
Getting around
Roads in Rawley Springs are gravel
A 4-wheel drive vehicle is great, but not required for access during most stays. If there is snow or ice in the forecast, a 4-wheel drive vehicle is STRONGLY recommended, as the roads can get very slick and tough to navigate.