TRAVEL GUIDE
A Weekend in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley
An idyllic escape with abundant charm and natural beauty
A Weekend in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley
Roughly one hour west of Washington, D.C. on the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains lies Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, one of the Mid-Atlantic’s most iconic destinations.
Featuring charming towns such as Sperryville, Virginia, Washington, Virginia, and Staunton, Virginia, Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley is rife with history, abundant natural beauty, and a distinct culture built over the centuries to honor the land in which it inhabits.
For those who seek a long weekend respite from the hustle of urban living, Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley offers an experience like none other.
In the Spring, Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley awakens from the chill of Winter with an abundance of gorgeous green vistas and the buzz of local events and happenings, including local farmers markets and scenic hikes in nearby Shenandoah National Park.
In the Fall, as the weather turns and the leaves turn ablaze in deep red and orange, nothing beats a ride along Skyline Drive.
From charming hotels and inns to world-class restaurants and vineyards, Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley presents a unique opportunity to rest and relax.
WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA
The Inn at Little Washington
Located in Washington, Virginia — a small town on the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains — The Inn at Little Washington offers a world-class in a small town setting. Founded by award-winning chef Patrick O’Connell, The Inn at Little Washington represents one of the Mid-Atlantic’s most acclaimed destinations and is considered by many to be the finest in all of North America for its charm, service, and quality. For a weekend in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, it’s hard to go wrong with The Inn at Little Washington.
SPERRYVILLE, VIRGINIA
Three Blacksmiths
Located in the rustic mountain town of Sperryville, Virginia, Three Blacksmiths serves a fixed weekly dinner menu of local, seasonal, handcrafted foods from Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. Managed by chefs Jake and Sara Addeo, Three Blacksmiths offers a spacious dining area with its open hearth and kitchen, comfortable seating, candlelight and lavish wood finishes makes for a relaxed, intimate dining experience. With just 20 seats and one seating time, make plans to visit Three Blacksmiths during your weekend in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.
FRONT ROYAL, VIRGINIA
Skyline Drive
If there is one thing to do during a weekend in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, it’s a slow ride through Skyline Drive. Among the most scenic routes in the United States, Skyline Drive runs over 100 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Shenandoah National Park. During the Fall and Autumn months, traversing Skyline Drive offers some of the Mid-Atlantic’s most beautiful vistas and scenes. Enter at the far north entrance in Front Royal, Virginia and make your way to Rockfish Gap, near historic Staunton, Virginia.
SPERRYVILLE, VIRGINIA
Pen Druid Brewing
After a long day of exploration, nothing beats fine craft brew. For those who have a thirst to quench, look no further than Pen Druid Brewing. Located in Sperryville, Virginia, Pen Druid Brewing offers Belgian and Germany style brews on a picturesque 27-acre permaculture operation at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Founded in 2015 by the brothers Lain, Van and Jennings Carney, Pen Druid Brewing is among the best craft beer operations in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
Old Rag Mountain
A trip to Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley would be incomplete without a hike to the summit of Old Rag Mountain. The most popular destination in Shenandoah National Park, Old Rag Mountain features hikes with adventurous rock scrambles and 360-degree views that make you feel like you're on top of the world. Consider an early morning trek to beat the crowds and don’t forget to take it all in at the summit of this 3,200 foot summit — among the most beautiful in the entire Mid-Atlantic.
THE RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER COMPANY
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