Best Places to Visit in Virginia | Travel Guide 2026

One of the Best Food Halls in Virginia, This Spot Is a Must-Visit

Whether you're craving authentic Mexican, Chinese, or Japanese food, American classics or light bites, this 30,000-square-foot food hall as it all—including a rooftop terrace overlooking the Key Bridge.

by Rebecca Norris

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The Bike Path in Virginia That’s Better Than Most Hikes

Evening view along the Mount Vernon Trail bordering the Potomac River in Virginia.

The Small-Town State Park in Virginia Locals Want To Keep to Themselves

A kayaker paddles calmly on the James River, with rolling hills in the background and a blue sky overhead at James River State Park in VA.

This Famous Dune Hike in Virginia Has a Feature You Won’t Want to Miss

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Nature

Seeing This National Park After Dark Is Better Than Daytime

Sign for Big Meadows along Skyline Drive with the night sky and Milky Way overhead

4 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Virginia for a Spring Hike

Don’t Try This One Hike in Virginia If You’re Afraid of Heights

Experiences

3 Secret Spots You Didn’t Know Existed in Shenandoah National Park

The Best View in Tysons Is from This Rooftop

Bird's-eye view of The Perch sky park in Tysons, Virginia

A Small Town in Virginia Is Hiding an Unforgettable Airbnb Experience

Trips & Routes

You Can Explore This Virginia City on Foot—and It’s Stunning

This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in Virginia

This Roadside Restaurant in Virginia Is One of the Best Road Trip Stops You’ve Never Considered

Low, long black building with sparse trees and a pastel sunset above

Stays

3 Epic Airbnbs in Virginia With Infinity-Edge Pools, Cold Plunges, and Unreal Water Views

A circle of chairs around a firepit with a lake and dock in the background with a setting sun.

This Secluded Campground Near Shenandoah National Park Is One of Virginia’s Best Kept Secrets

The Unique Cabin in Virginia You’ll Remember Forever

Food

Slurp, Savor, Repeat: Virginia’s Best Noodle Restaurants for National Noodle Month

This Is the Best Buffet in Virginia, Known for Its Mongolian Grill and Sushi Conveyor Belt

The facade of a restaurant, with a lion statue in front of the door and neon signs advertising "Noodle Soup" and "All You Can Eat".

One of the Oldest Lesbian Bars in the U.S. is a Beloved, Inclusive Safe Space in Richmond, Virginia

Bucket List

One of Virginia’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

Nestled in the mountains of southwestern Virginia, this lovable town has more to it than you may have realized.

by Beth Copenhaver

Historic downtown Abingdon, showing the Barter Theatre and other historic brick buildings under a blue sky

You Haven’t Tried True Virginia Comfort Food Until You’ve Been Here

by Rebecca Norris

Mama J's - Comfort Food in Virginia

Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Hungry Mother State Park

by Beth Copenhaver

Historic brick bank building in downtown Marion, Virginia, on a street corner with mountains in the distance.

The 5 Best Outdoorsy Towns to Explore in Virginia

by Beth Copenhaver

Two bikers along High Bridge Trail in Farmville, Virginia, on a summer day.

7 Waterfront Virginia Rentals So Stunning They Don’t Feel Real

by Rebecca Norris

The Tugboat House at Sunset - Waterfront Rentals in Virginia

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All Stories

The Virginia Airbnb Where You Can Hear Rushing Falls From Your Front Door

Wake to the sound of a rushing waterfall when you stay a few nights at this gorgeous creekside Airbnb in the Virginia mountains.

by Beth Copenhaver

Two chairs sit just beside a rushing waterfall and flowing creek with green grass surrounding.

The Small Virginia Town Locals Hope Stays Off Tourists’ Radar

Tucked away on a bend in the river, Scottsville has everything we love about a small Virginia town.

by Beth Copenhaver

The 4 Reasons Why You Should Be Putting Down Roots in Virginia

Families keep falling in love with Virginia, and the reasons are both obvious and a bit unexpected.

by Beth Copenhaver

The 4 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in Virginia

Dive into a visual feast when you visit these stunning, picture-perfect places in Virginia.

by Beth Copenhaver

The Story Behind the Markel Building, Virginia’s Quirkiest Building

Designed to look like a foil-wrapped baked potato, this Richmond landmark has an unexpected legacy.

by Beth Copenhaver