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Lynchburg's rich cultural history and enduring Civil War legacy provide travelers with an array of appealing attractions. Memorials and museums in Lynchburg offer tourists ideal opportunities for learning about the country's cultural and Confederate histories. The National D-Day Memorial along Route 460, the Legacy Museum of African-American History, and the Old City Cemetery Museums and Arboretum all provide visitors with profound history lessons. Landmarks are scattered throughout Lynchburg, including Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest, the third president's octagonal summer retreat. There are also the historic hills of Lynchburg, including Court House, Diamond, Federal, and Garland hills, where travelers can observe the city's famous historic landmarks and admire the authentic Southern architecture.

Appomattox Visitor Center Appomattox_visitor_center_listing
214 Main St—Where Our Nation Reunited! The final days of the American Civil War come to life in Historic Appomattox. Start your trip at the downtown Visitor Information Center.

www.tourappomattox.com
434-352-8999

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Bedford Area Welcome Center Bedford_area_welcome_center_logo
816 Burks Hill Rd—Savor Bedford's many pleasures-National D-Day Memorial, Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest, Peaks of Otter, Smith Mtn Lake, Historic Centertown.

www.visitbedford.com
540-587-5681

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Colonial Hills Golf Club Colonial_hills_golf_club_logo
1990 Gumtree Rd—Lynchburgs affordable golf experience, 18 hole public course with breathtaking views of the Peaks of Otter. Lessons available by appointment. Call for daily specials.

www.colonialhillsgolf.com
434-525-3954

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Cutting Edge Airsports Cutting_edge_airsports_listing
See the area like never before—Experience the thrill of flight in a Powered Parachute, "The Motorcycle of the Sky"! Offering flight instruction, equipment, and sales

www.cuttingedgeairsports.com
434-841-2793

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Discovery Lynchburg Vistor information Center Discovery_lynchburg_vistor_information_center_banner
216 12th St—'Fresh and funk' sites... year-round snow sports... it's not your grandmothers' Lynchburg anymore! Nestle down and see world renowned attractions in every direction!

www.discoverlynchburg.org
434-847-1811

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Legacy Museum Legacy_museum_listing
403 Monroe St—Offering rotating exhibitions and programs on local African-American history and culture in central Virginia.

www.LegacyMuseum.org
434-845-3455

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Leo Grande Vineyard & Winery Leo_grande_vineyard___winery_listing
1343 Wingfield Dr—Only 15 minutes from Lynchburg on a 400-acre farm. Wine tasting, vineyard tours, picnic area, gift shop. Open W-Su 11am-6pm

www.LeoGrandeWinery.com
540-586-4066

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Lynchburg Hillcats Lynchburg_hillcats_logo
3180 Fort Ave—A class "A" minor league professional baseball team affiliated with the Cincinnati Reds. 70 home games from April-August. Family fun for everyone. It's fun to be a Hillcat fan!

www.lynchburg-hillcats.com
434-528-1144
Lynchburg Museum Lynchburg_museum_listing
901 Court St—The museum features the rich history of Lynchburg: canals, Civil War, railroads, tobacco, costumes, antique toys and more! Open M-Sa 10am-4pm, Su 12-4pm

www.lynchburgmuseum.org
434-455-6226

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National D-Day Memorial National_d_day_memorial__premium
3 Overlord Cir—A place where the lessons and legacy of D-Day are remembered and preserved. The memorial is open Tu-Su 10am-5pm.

www.DDay.org
540-586-DDAY(3329)

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The Nature Zone The_nature_zone_logo
825 Kemper St—Experience the wonders of nature, from local and exotic wildlife, to fascinating artifacts from the world around us. Get into the Zone....The Nature Zone! Exploring the wonders of nature is a natural connection!

www.lynchburgva.gov/parksandrec
434-455-5828

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Old City Cemetery Old_city_cemetery_listing
401 Taylor St—Historic public cemetery est. 1806. African-American history; Confederate section; four museums & chapel with audio. Open daily, dawn to dusk. Free.

www.gravegarden.org
434-847-1465

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One Body In Christ Ministries One_body_in_christ_ministries_deluxe
406 Briar Cliff Circle—FREE horse, fishing & teen clubs weekly. Horse, fishing & warrier camps, Free family fun days, haunted forest & more!

www.obicministries.org
434-239-2441

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Patrick Henry's Red Hill Patrick_henry_s_red_hill_listing
1250 Red Hill Rd Brookneal VA—525 acre final home of the Voice of the Revolution. Accessible visitor center, plantation buildings. M-Sa 9-5, Su 1-5 (Nov-Mar 9-4 & Mo by appt.)

www.PatrickHenry.com
434-376-2044

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Peaks of Otter Winery & Orchards Peaks_of_otter_winery___orchards_listing
2122 Sheep Creek Rd—Variety of fruit wines & fruits in season, FREE tastings. 200 acre farm near Peaks of Otter. Open daily 12-5.

www.IwineU.com
540-586-3707

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Point of Honor Point_of_honor_listing
112 Cabell St—Elegant Federal-style home has been carefully restored and is filled with period antiques. Gift shop. Open M-Sa 10am-4pm Su 12-4pm

www.pointofhonor.org
434-847-1867

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Putt Putt Fun Center Putt_putt_fun_center_logo
8105 Timberlake Rd—Open year round, 36 holes of classic Putt-Putt, Go-Karts, Blaster Boats, Batting Cages & state-of-the-art family game room.

www.ForTheFunOfIt.com
434-237-7888

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Regal River Ridge 14
3411 Candlers Mtn Rd—Lynchburg's newest and largest state-of-the-art movie theater. We feature stadium seating and offer Real D 3d presentations. Tickets available at fandango.com or 800-FANDANGO.

www.regmovies.com
434-582-1660

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SML Parasail Sml_parasail_listing
16918 Smith Mtn Lake Pkwy @ Parkway Marina—SML introduces an extraordinary way to view the lake while offering a new and exciting thing to do on those long summer days. You've never seen SML until you are 600 feet up!

www.smlparasail.net
540-297-8481

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Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
1542 Batman Bridge Rd—Jefferson's secluded plantation and retreat home. Award-winning restoration and archaeology in progress. Special events. Open April to Nov. Closed Tuesdays & Thanksgiving.

www.poplarforest.org
434-525-1806

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Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina
3619 Airport Rd—Only 45 min from Lynchburg at Smith Mtn Lake. Cruises starting at only $20. Sightseeing, Lunch, Dinner, Sun. Luncheon, Specialty Cruises & Private Charters.

www.vadarecruises.com
540-297-7100

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