Guarded around the clock by the Army's 3rd infantry, this memorial in Arlington National Cemetery honors unidentified American soldiers from the two World Wars and the Korean War.See more..
4.5Old Town(333 reviews) - Historic Downtown Area Historic Walking Areas
We arrived here late on a Saturday evening, a few hours before dark. Parking was scarce but available if you looped through and were willing to walk a block or two. We scouted out a few places we wanted to try the following day and generally just took in the place to get a feel for it. When we returned on Sunday a little before noon, we headed for the Benny Vitalis Pizza to try a slice. Some places didn't open until later but we browsed some of the other stores along the way.See more..
4.0Canal Walk(324 reviews) - If you like to walk and be outdoors, Canal Walk is perfect for you. Historic Walking Areas
Perfect for folks who love to walk. My wife and I walked the entire day. She had never been to this part of Richmond before. By the end of the day, she was thrilled to have had the chance to walk everywhere, to experience everything that Canal Walk has to offer. Plenty of people out walking, taking their dog for a stroll, bike riding with family, going for a jog or run, folks taking pictures, having a picnic...Canal Walk is awesome. And on a day like we had, temperatures in the 70s, no humidity, a fresh breeze and deep blue skies, there was nothing better than to walk the Canal quite literally all day. Signage everywhere, so if you're into interpretive experiences, this is the place for you. Easy to find, it goes on forever. Put on your walking shoes and bring your camera so that you can capture all that Canal Walk has to offer.See more..
4.5Colonial National Historical Park(124 reviews) - Good Place to Start Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Historic Walking Areas • National Parks
An area of southeast Virginia where the following major historical sites/towns are linked by a 23-mile road: Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown.See more..
Italianate, Queen Anne, and Colonial Revival architectural styles predominate along this 85-block-long Victorian historic district.See more..
4.0Big Pencil(77 reviews) - We needed to see the giant pencil, but wait ....there are giant scissors inside! Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
The folks here are so nice! We stopped to see the pencil, and a sale person told us about the giant ✂️ inside. He asked if we would like to see those, and of course we said yes! The history behind it all is interesting. He gave us free postcards, notepads, and gave the kids tape measures. Seriously, who does that! Kindness, kindness kindness...and the world could use more it. We will pass the kindness forward!See more..
4.5Appomattox Station Battlefield Park(29 reviews) - CWHistory Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Battlefields
The video at this attraction was informative and truly authentic. The memorabilia was well preserved and many had histories of the soldiers that wore the uniforms.See more..
4.0Historic Centertown Bedford(28 reviews) - Not too busy and easy to get around on foot or in a car. Neighborhoods • Historic Walking Areas Over thirty shops, restaurants, galleries, and historic sites within a five block area. Part of the Bedford National Historic District. Walking Tour brochure available.See more..
4.0Roanoke Railwalk(27 reviews) - Still need work but worth time. Historic Walking Areas
A good way to see and learn about railroad system and history of it through the walk (especially if you love history and train system). The walk is still a work in progress. At least you can see the old buildings and warehouses of the great railroad system running through Roanoke, plus standing close to the live trains go by. I walked from the Amtrak passenger platform to the area behind the Museum but preferred to be on the nice cover bridge to watch the trains from atop.See more..
4.0Old Town Winchester Walking Mall(26 reviews) - Better Than Cars Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Scenic Walking Areas
Come enjoy a wonderful meal on the 2-block Walking Mall at one of 20 local restaurants, visit our unique shops, enjoy a cup of coffee at one of our 4 coffee shops or a craft beer at one of our 4 breweries. Two historic museums, a children's museum, and a public splash pad all accentuate your experience. Ample street, lot and garage parking is available.See more..
4.5Chessie Nature Trail(25 reviews) - Chressie Bike Trail and Muchacho Alegre Historic Walking Areas
We entered the Chessie trail from Buena Vista and rode up to Lexington. The View was spectacular and the trail was well cats. We even enjoyed some encounters with cows and butterflies. We found a great place to go down to the water to swim as it follows the Maury River. In Lexington we found a fantastic restaurant to go to that is only a half mile up the road from the trail the name of the restaurant is Muchacho Alegre. The food was fabulous! The service was great! We had a dog with us, but could not bring the dog into the patio area. They were okay with my friend Jenny just tying her to the post and keeping the dog outside the patio area. I highly recommend this restaurant and the bike trailSee more..
2.5Fort Nonsense Historical Park(9 reviews) - Small Historic Site Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
Located at a crossroads, this small civil war is a good short stop for two reasons. You can stretch your legs in nature and have a bathroom break. It has a short accessible nature trail with picnic area, historic markers, and an observation deck. The front parking lot area has a porta potty.See more..
Five Forks is the junction of five roads and was of critical strategic importance to the Confederacy. Lee ordered it held "at all hazards". Artillery Colonel Willie Pegram fell amongst his battery cannon at the junction attempting to comply with Lee's command. The victorious Union cavalry at the battle included Sheridan and Custer. A small visitor center has an excellent film on the decisive battle. An interesting battlefield hidden among the woods of Dinwiddie County. Excellent ranger on duty.See more..
4.5War Fields(3 reviews) - Blue Ridge Parkway is Sensational !! Historic Walking Areas A stop along the Blue Ridge Parkway that offers exploring on a highland meadow.See more..
4.0Fort Edward Johnson(2 reviews) - Good Scenic Stop over w/ bathrooms on Route 250 with short historic trail Spent < 1 hour Historic Walking Areas • Battlefields
Stopped by on the way to the highland maple festival in McDowell and Monterey. The scenic view next to the parking lot is worth a quick stop. As the other review mentioned, the trail is best for it's historic marker story series and reconstructed civil war trenches. The best and most accessible view is in the parking lot. Their are other intersecting and close by historic trails in this national forest site. The trail marker next tot he bathroom highlights other hiking options. Don't miss the other marker sites on the state civil war trail further out towards the west virginia line on route 250.See more..
5.0Chapman/Beverley Mill(2 reviews) - Historic visit Thursday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Historic Walking Areas
Had a great but brief visit to The remains of the mill. The ruins ands grounds are well taken care of and and maintained by the friendly, informative and extremely helpful management and staff.See more..
4.5Warrenton Branch Greenway(2 reviews) - Enjoyed the trail Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
Very pretty town with a clean and well cared for greenbelt with historical things along the way. Highly recommend.See more..
4.5Peter Jones Trading Station(2 reviews) - What a find ! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
We were riding around in Historic Petersburg and just happened upon this place. Wonderful piece of History ! Worth a look ! See more..
4.5Downtown Wytheville Virginia(2 reviews) - Small but very nice town Historic Walking Areas This town looks like very small but it it is very quiet & clean. There is lots of historical places to visit. See more..
4.0The Nelms House(1 review) - A local charm Thursday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings The Nelms House is located in downtown historic Smithfield. A canary yellow Victorian Queen Anne House that includes a turret has a surprise around every corner. Beautifully decorated with period furnishings. It contains a rotation of local art, floral arrangements, pre-designed rooms, a Tea Room with beverages & scrumptious finger foods, etc. You can get a tour of the house or rent various rooms in the house to suit your particular function. Various events & classes are periodically offered for a fee. Many items are for sale! The owners are a charm to meet and to socialize with!See more..
