Lynchburg, Virginia - Things to Do
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 Court House and National Historical Park
Hwy 24—Court House marks the site of the end of the Civil War, where Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant and our nation reunited.
www.tourappomattox.com 434-352-5996
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Blue Ridge Parkway
Blue Ridge Mountains—America's favorite drive. Stops overlook the natural and cultural history. The Parkway meanders 469 miles between the Shenandoah and the Great Smoky Mountains.
www.nps.gov/blri 828-271-4779
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Cinemark Theaters
3700 Candlers Rd—Lynchburg's best seat in town when it comes to watching your favorite movie. Featuring discount admission of $2 per person or less every day! Advance ticket purchases available online.
www.cinemark.com 1-800-326-3264, express code 1190#
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Extraordinary Womens Conference
Lynchburg—Extraordinary Women is an exploding national Christian women's movement. EWomen exists to help women draw closer to the heart of God. Conferences are jammed with worship, learning, and entertainment.
www.ewomen.net 800-526-8673
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Green Meadows Horse Farm
406 Briar Cliff Circle—Now offering trail rides, corral rides, youth fishing pond, birthday parties, riding lessons, picnic areas, horse leasing, saddle clubs, day camps, and volunteer programs.
www.greenmeadowshorsefarm.com 434-239-2441
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Lynchburg Hillcats Baseball
3180 Fort Ave—A Class "A" minor league professional baseball team affiliated with the Pittsburgh Pirates. 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
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Lynchburg Museum at the Old Court House
901 Court St, HISTORIC DOWNTOWN—The museum features the rich history of Lynchburg: canals, Civil War, railroads, tobacco, costumes, antique toys and more! Open M-Sa 10am-4pm, Su 12noon-4pm.
www.lynchburgmuseum.org 434-455-6226
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National D-Day Memorial Foundation
202 East Main St—A place where the lessons and legacy of D-Day are remembered and preserved. The memorial is open daily between 10am-5pm.
www.dday.org 540-586-DDAY(3329)
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The Nature Zone
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! Where exploring the wonders of nature is a natural connection!
www.lynchburgva.gov/parksandrec 434-455-5828
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Old City Cemetary
401 Taylor St—200-year-old public cemetery. African-American history, Confederate section, four museums, Chapel and Columbarium. Plaques, brochures, audio recordings. Guided tours, genealogy records and visitor center.
www.gravegarden.org 434-847-1465
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Point of Honor
112 Cabell St, HISTORIC DOWNTOWN—This elegant Federal-style home has been carefully restored and is filled with period antiques. Open M-Sa 10am-4pm, Su 12noon-4pm.
www.pointofhonor.org 434-847-1867
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Precision Windsports, Inc.
1610 Hooper Rd—Looking for something unique? Discover the Lynchburg area from 500 feet in an ultra-light. Morning and evening flights Mon-Sat. Want to see what it feels like to FLY a motorcycle? Our FAA certificated aircraft are called Trikes and offer a breath-taking view of Lynchburg.
www.precisionwindsports.com 434-851-6804
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Putt Putt Fun Center
8105 Timberlake Rd—Open year-round. Featuring 36 holes of classic Putt-Putt golf, go-karts, blaster boats, batting cages and state of the art family game room.
www.forthefunofit.com 434-237-7888
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Riverviews Artspace
901 Jefferson St, HISTORIC DOWNTOWN—A renovated riverfront warehouse, Central Virginia's largest center for contemporary arts. Craddock-Terry Gallery, Studio Artist Co-Op Gallery, studio/gallery space for 30 artists, First Fridays, films, readings, performances.
www.riverviews.net 434-847-7277
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Smith Mountain Lake
Rte 122 South from Bedford—Vacationers come from all over the East to fish, and to enjoy water sports and the majestic scenery while playing on 500 miles of shoreline.
800-676-8203
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Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
1008 Poplar Forest Dr—Jefferson's secluded plantation and retreat home. Award-winning restoration and archaeology in progress. Special events. Open April-November. Closed Tuesdays and Thanksgiving.
www.poplarforest.org 434-525-1806
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Tiny Town Golf
7427 Timberlake Rd—Lynchburg's first miniature golf course. Beach style mini-golf where you hit the ball through the windmill. Bring the family and enjoy the fun!
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434-239-7527
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