Anna's Fredericksburg Guidebook

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Anna's Fredericksburg Guidebook

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Best authentic Italian food in Fredericksburg, the pesto gnocchi is a must try!
26 locals recommend
Orofino
1006 Caroline St
26 locals recommend
Best authentic Italian food in Fredericksburg, the pesto gnocchi is a must try!
Fun eclectic flavors located right outside downtown Fredericksburg. We recommend the Nutter Butter!
Tilly's Homemade Ice Cream
215 Kings Highway
Fun eclectic flavors located right outside downtown Fredericksburg. We recommend the Nutter Butter!
Need a little pampering? This apothecary has all your skin care needs and a great spot for thoughtful gifts.
Sugar + Spruce Bath & Body
726 Caroline St
Need a little pampering? This apothecary has all your skin care needs and a great spot for thoughtful gifts.
This paved scenic walk wanders through the city of Fredericksburg and offers views of the river, historic plaques, a dog park, and even a children's story (total distance is 3.1 miles)
Canal Path
Canal Path
This paved scenic walk wanders through the city of Fredericksburg and offers views of the river, historic plaques, a dog park, and even a children's story (total distance is 3.1 miles)
The BEST donuts in Fredericksburg. Also includes other pastries that may strike your fancy.
7 locals recommend
Paul's Bakery
2008 Lafayette Blvd
7 locals recommend
The BEST donuts in Fredericksburg. Also includes other pastries that may strike your fancy.
A Fredericksburg essential that lives up to its name. Fun for all ages.
23 locals recommend
Fun Land of Fredericksburg
1351 Central Park Blvd
23 locals recommend
A Fredericksburg essential that lives up to its name. Fun for all ages.
Most authentic Chinese food in Fredericksburg. A little pricier than your normal takeout but well worth the investment. My favorite dish the Orange Mountain Chicken!
Peter Chang
1771 Carl D Silver Parkway
Most authentic Chinese food in Fredericksburg. A little pricier than your normal takeout but well worth the investment. My favorite dish the Orange Mountain Chicken!
If you don't think grocery stores can have ambience than see if you still think that way after visiting the Wegman's Cafe. This castle of food even has a train above the shredded cheeses to entertain everyone.
19 locals recommend
Wegmans
2281 Carl D. Silver Pkwy
19 locals recommend
If you don't think grocery stores can have ambience than see if you still think that way after visiting the Wegman's Cafe. This castle of food even has a train above the shredded cheeses to entertain everyone.

Food scene

Fun place for drinks and apps with a creative menu
9 locals recommend
Rebellion FXBG
309 William Street
9 locals recommend
Fun place for drinks and apps with a creative menu
A Fredericksburg experience you won't want to miss, fair warning they only accept cash for payment
35 locals recommend
Carl's Frozen Custard
2200 Princess Anne St
35 locals recommend
A Fredericksburg experience you won't want to miss, fair warning they only accept cash for payment
Foode offers delicious upscale meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We recommend making a reservation in advance. Owner/Chef Joy Crump has been featured on Top Chef and Food Network!
40 locals recommend
Foode
900 Princess Anne St
40 locals recommend
Foode offers delicious upscale meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We recommend making a reservation in advance. Owner/Chef Joy Crump has been featured on Top Chef and Food Network!
Incredible sushi and Japanese fine dining experience
10 locals recommend
Umi Japanese Cuisine
20 Dunn Dr
10 locals recommend
Incredible sushi and Japanese fine dining experience
Pizza craving? Their large slices are yummy and a whole pie could feed most families for 2 meals!
20 locals recommend
Benny Vitali's
722 Caroline St
20 locals recommend
Pizza craving? Their large slices are yummy and a whole pie could feed most families for 2 meals!
Outdoor seating available at their sky bar and the menu has lots of options for every palate.
31 locals recommend
Castiglia's Italian Restaurant
324 William St
31 locals recommend
Outdoor seating available at their sky bar and the menu has lots of options for every palate.
If you're looking for good local coffee this is where almost every DC commuter stops by in the morning before getting on the Amtrak.
25 30 Espresso
400 Princess Anne Street
If you're looking for good local coffee this is where almost every DC commuter stops by in the morning before getting on the Amtrak.

Sightseeing

This hidden gem has a playground, pavilion, nature trails, and paved bike path just waiting to be explored!
13 locals recommend
Alum Spring Park
1 Greenbrier Dr.
13 locals recommend
This hidden gem has a playground, pavilion, nature trails, and paved bike path just waiting to be explored!
Beautiful views of Fredericksburg, prime photo ops, and not much walking required.
36 locals recommend
Chatham Manor
120 Chatham Ln
36 locals recommend
Beautiful views of Fredericksburg, prime photo ops, and not much walking required.
Family friendly farm and activities
Braehead Farm
1130 Tyler Street
Family friendly farm and activities
Tennis courts, playground, basketball, and open fields adjacent to the dog park and Monument Avenue. Free parking is all around
10 locals recommend
Kenmore Park
1401 Kenmore Ave
10 locals recommend
Tennis courts, playground, basketball, and open fields adjacent to the dog park and Monument Avenue. Free parking is all around
Campus buildings are pretty to look at inside and out plus there are plenty of places along campus walk to take breaks and people watch. As Alumni we recommend checking out the beautiful campus.
9 locals recommend
University of Mary Washington Galleries
1301 College Ave
9 locals recommend
Campus buildings are pretty to look at inside and out plus there are plenty of places along campus walk to take breaks and people watch. As Alumni we recommend checking out the beautiful campus.

Entertainment

Retail Therapy? This mall has a lot of options and a fun food court choices.
17 locals recommend
Spotsylvania Towne Centre
17 locals recommend
Retail Therapy? This mall has a lot of options and a fun food court choices.
Bowling and arcade games located right next to Paragon movie theater.
Penny Lanes Bowl & Games
51 Towne Centre Boulevard
Bowling and arcade games located right next to Paragon movie theater.
If you're looking to cuddle up with a good book this place has many good options to explore!
Riverby Books
805 Caroline St
If you're looking to cuddle up with a good book this place has many good options to explore!
Lots of room for activities and constantly changing drink menu adds to the intrigue.
9 locals recommend
Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg
350 Lansdowne Rd
9 locals recommend
Lots of room for activities and constantly changing drink menu adds to the intrigue.

City/town information

Fredericksburg is located right off 95 yet has a small town feel. Lots of great places to discover and fun memories to make that has made this city dear to us!
85 locals recommend
Fredericksburg
85 locals recommend
Fredericksburg is located right off 95 yet has a small town feel. Lots of great places to discover and fun memories to make that has made this city dear to us!

City advice

Getting around

It's very easy to walk to places downtown

Your car would be the fastest way to get places. We advise against using the Fred bus but the trolley has a fun tour for first timers!
Don't miss

The Saturday farmer's market is a very fun experience

Fredericksburg has lots of historic sites and battle fields to visit if you enjoy history or are looking to learn more. Most places downtown close around 9pm so be sure to get out and explore everything before they close, you won't regret it!