Things to do & places to visit in Culpeper, Virginia, United States

Culpeper city in Virginia, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Thursday, May 09, 2024, 10:30.

Top things to do (21)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 The Frenchman's Corner (108 reviews)
- Delightful surprise
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

We are an award winning chocolate, pastry, and gelato shop, located in the heart of historic downtown Culpeper. We look forward to your visit! See more..
5.0 Moving Meadows Farm (45 reviews)
- Quaint place for lunch
Spent < 1 hour Farms

We were desperate to find any restaurants with gluten free options. Found one only to arrive to find it closed on a Saturday for lunch!! Right next door was this quaint Mom/Pop shop! We are all here from out of town and so our group of 16 came thru like a hungry hurricane! Wally, the owner, was so kind, patient and generous. My daughter has Celiac so needs gluten free options. Mr. Wally offered her an off menu item called Keto Victoria- fluffy eggs, sautéed onions, sausage, spinach with mustard. Delicious and filling! Since it was chilly, she asked about the hot chocolate. Mr. Wally brought out the large bag of organic hot chocolate mix so we could look at the ingredients! The rest of group got various items and it was the perfect, light lunch we needed! Highly recommend! See more..
5.0 Culpeper Visitor Center (20 reviews)
- funny staff,...
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers

where can u say that, nowadays? I mostly went in there because I wanted to stay warm while waiting for the 8:15 train to Washington, Dc. I heard them laughing, and telling dirty jokes.... See more..
5.0 Vinosity (15 reviews)
- Best wine shop in central virginia
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

Vinosity has an incredibly knowledgable and friendly staff that can help you find a wine for any occasion or event in their incredibly diverse and wonderfully organized collection. Regular wine tastings and events allow you to explore frequently different types of wine. A true gem. See more..
5.0 Culpeper National Cemetery (13 reviews)
- Culpeper National Cemetery
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Cemeteries

A historic national cemetery established in 1866 that still conducts burials for veterans and their spouses to this day. See more..
5.0 Elements Wellness Spa (9 reviews)
- Highly recommend!
Spent 1-2 hours Spas

At Elements Wellness Spa, we specialize in combining beauty and wellness! In addition to relaxation massage, facials, waxing, lash/brow services, and spray tanning, we also offer therapeutic/sports/medical massage, an infrared sauna, himalayan salt walls (Halotherapy) in two treatment rooms, an oxygen bar, and small group self-care and fitness classes. Voted “Best of the Best of Culpeper” and “Best of Your Hometown” four years in a row, our wellness services are second to none. See more..
5.0 Puzzle Room Live (5 reviews)
- Great Date Night!
Thursday: Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

An "escape room" experience in downtown Culpeper. Your team will discover clues, solve puzzles, and maybe even save the world! See more..
5.0 The Original Hope Company (4 reviews)
- Love this store .. a must stop in Culpeper
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops • Antique Shops

A tiny little boutique located one block off Davis Street. We specialize in VINTAGE clothing and all things vintage, including; jewelry handbags scarves handkerchiefs hats men's ties and selected items jeans vinyl records books original framed art lamps mirrors pottery outerwear magazines photos luggage PLUS many other one of a kind items See more..
5.0 Burgandine House (4 reviews)
- Fascinating Guide
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
This is a small building with plenty of history. Our guide was excellent, really outstanding. He is a reenactor and was extremely knowledgeable about Civil War history. He showed us unusual items and explained how terms we use in our current lives date back to these items. His enthusiasm, graciousness and knowledge are commendable. Great tour! See more..
5.0 La Bee da Loca (3 reviews)
- Put this on your honey do list
Speciality & Gift Shops

Owner Felecia Chavez spent some 30 years working with the American Red Cross. It was definitely time for her to have some serenity in her life and realizing her dream of opening La Bee da Loca is proof that there are no ends, just a series of new beginnings. I couldn't wait to visit her shop. From her choice of lacy window dressings to her decision to have a live hive for observation, this little shop on Davis Street is a sensory delight when you first walk in. Honeycombed designed shelves hold jars of succulent honey but her line of soaps, candles, bee-related products and aromatic mists add a beautiful ambiance to discovering more about the world of bees. Warm, caring and delightful...see if you can spot the queen. See more..
5.0 Lake Pelham Adventure Park (2 reviews)
- Really nice day
Gear Rentals
The weather was perfect for kayaking. We rented 3 kayaks and headed out on the lake. The kayak/boat launch was great and easy to use. We were able to kayak through a tunnel under the highway to a smaller portion of the lake. Then we went across the main lake region. It is a very nice lake. There were several birds around, cranes and even eagles. We saw deer on the shoreline. It is just a beautiful area. The cost was minimal at $5 per hour. There are personal lockers that you can store you keys, wallet, etc in for free. It was a bit self service in that we pulled our own kayaks off the rack and took them down to the lake. We kayaked for about an hour and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. There are also canoes and paddleboats for rent. And you can launch your own boat. See more..
5.0 Mitchells Presbyterian Church (2 reviews)
- An enjoyable worship experience
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Educational sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Built in 1879 under the leadership of the Reverend John P. Strider, this simple Carpenter's Gothic church contains the most elaborate example of late 19th century, folk-style trompe l'oeil frescoes in the Commonwealth. The Italian immigrant painter Joseph Dominick Phillip Oddenino, born in 1831 in Chieri, Turin, Italy, executed the frescoes between 1892 and 1899. Oddenino painted the ceiling to resemble beams framing rosettes. The artwork is a shining example of the ancient art of fresco and is a curious transplant in the rural Virginia countryside. The church, along with the frescoes, underwent complete restoration beginning in 1979 See more..
5.0 Lake Pelham Adventures Park (2 reviews)
- Best Value for your Lake activities!
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM Bodies of Water
Ever want to "try" kayaking or paddleboarding? Here's your place! Very inexpensive and lots of quality kept equipment to "try" your lake adventures. See more..
5.0 Packard Campus Theater (2 reviews)
- Step Back in Time ... For Free
Theaters
Tucked away on a dark, dark road a few minutes off U.S. 29 is a hidden gem. The experts who restore vintage films will let you see them, for free, in a pristine theater on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Think classic movie channel comes to life. Bogart on the big screen, so you can fully appreciate the charisma your grandmother swooned over but you just can't see. Last night we attended a double feature of 1939 films starring Cary Grant, Carole Lombard, Ginger Rogers and David Niven. One of the archivists introduces each film, so we get a bit of the history that we didn't know walking in. Just lovely. Caveat: This is more like a museum experience than a regular night at the movies. They don't sell popcorn and you can't bring in any food. That's also why your feet don't stick to the floor. Got a problem with that? Hey, remember, it's free. See more..
4.5 Old House Vineyards (115 reviews)
- Enjoyable afternoon
Thursday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Went here on Sunday, the vineyards has very spacious area to enjoy a class of wine or bottle if you are with friends. I order the blanc of wine which was tasty, not so sweet, a little crisp. The outside has also has plenty of space table available to enjoy a beautiful summer or fall weather. The vineyards has pub which is great for beer drinkers and a distillery on location. The restaurant has restaurant on location, which can order a good meal. I order a burger with green salad, great taste plenty for one person. I also order fries which was hot and good taste. The vineyards has plenty of parking and of course you can bottle to go. My meal was average$25.00, will definitely come back of the area. See more..
4.5 Belmont Farms Distillery (73 reviews)
- Great place to stop in for a visit
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Distilleries • Breweries

This was an awesome place to visit. The day we stopped by they had a bluegrass festival going on with music, superb food and friendly folks to talk about the place. Was able to visit with Chuck Miller from the Moonshiners series and he was so down to earth and made you feel right at home. The event was great and the tasting of the moonshine and whiskey was great. It was well worth the visit. Very nice museum of the distillery See more..
4.5 Museum of Culpeper History (71 reviews)
- Worth a quick stop
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour History Museums

The Museum of Culpeper History is a state of the art facility housed in the historic train depot in downtown Culpeper, Virginia. Exhibits range from 215 million year old dinosaur tracks to modern art - and change annually to help guests "discover" this wonderful rural community. See more..
4.5 The Cameleer (46 reviews)
- Half My Wardrobe!
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

I LOVE this cute shop, especially the unique clothes! About half my wardrobe is from Cameleer! And I always get compliments on the pieces. Just a little jaunt from Northern Virginia. Have lunch across the street at It’s About Thyme. Thank you Culpeper! See more..
4.5 Far Gohn Brewing Company (39 reviews)
- Great Find in Culpeper
Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

My coworkers and I were in town for an event and stumbled upon Far Gohn. What a great find! Even though they were busy, the staff was friendly and very helpful. The whole place had a casual welcoming feel, and even though there was live music, we could carry on a conversation. We sampled quite a few different brews, and didn't find a stinker in the bunch. Then there was the pizza. Even if you don't like beer, the pizza is reason enough to check out Far Gohn. The crust is thin and perfectly executed. The sauce and toppings are bright and fresh. I mean, these pizzas are so good, they'll bring a tear to your eye. It's only been 24 hours, and I'm trying to figure out how to make it back to Culpeper. See more..
4.5 Library of Congress National Audio Visual Conservation Center (28 reviews)
- Wonderful addition to our community
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM Movie Theaters

This facility is just a wonderful addition to Culpeper. The theatre is fantastic, something for everyone over the course of a few months. Silent film buffs will especially enjoy those evenings when silent films are highlighted, along with the live music that accompanies the films. But there is something for everyone - just look at their schedule. We go often. See more..
4.5 Mountain Run Winery (23 reviews)
- Every visit has been a wonder in a beautiful setting
Thursday: Wineries & Vineyards

A rustic farm winery just minutes from downtown Culpeper. Our tasting rooms are in a 1952 corn crib-style barn and our property preserves the original look and feel of our 125-year old farm. You'll love our ~18 wines and hard cider and if you come on the right day you'll be treated to live music, great food, and maybe a LARP event! See more..
4.5 Culpeper Cheese Company (13 reviews)
- Dont't miss
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops
From the comfortable, well designed store to the samples and discussion of cheese selections to the complimentary wine area -- what a wonderful store. We enjoyed shopping, tasting and hearing about what is new. The Culpeper experience always includes a discussion of what is going on locally - like restaurant week - to local foods and wines. The cheese selection is diverse and wonderful. And the complimentary products for preparation, serving and eating make this shop a complete experience. Thank you!! See more..
4.5 MinuteMan MiniMall (8 reviews)
- Best Go to Place in Culpeper for treasure hunters!
Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops

There is something for everybody at this mall. Plan on spending at least two hours while you are treasure hunting, It is clean, well-organized, with a friendly staff, and has something for all ages and interests. There is a separate train room, where kids can watch toy trains, quilts galore, glassware, pottery, linens, architectural salvage, primitives and so much more. Definitely worth a stop. It is a lot larger than it looks, with over 200 vendors. See more..
4.5 Mountain Run Bowling Center (7 reviews)
- Family Fun
Bowling Alleys

We love this place, we go every weekend and sometimes twice a weekend. Blacklight bowling on Saturdays is a blast, the staff is amazing and the food it good. Best thing is the beer is cold. See more..
4.5 St. Stephen's Episcopal Church (2 reviews)
- My favorite Church
Churches & Cathedrals

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. This is a traditional Episcopal Church with beautiful stained glass windows, and a rich decor. The music is very uplifting and chosen carefully to enhance the message. The peace and beauty are very welcoming and calming. The Church ritual and history welcome all comers and the Priest, Father Ben Shelton is very dynamic and preaches outstanding sermons. The Church members are very welcoming. This Church is very active working to help others in the community. The Church members are from all walks of life and lend their wide experience and skills to help others. See more..
4.0 Beer Hound Brewery (37 reviews)
- Great beer in an interesting space
Thursday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

A micro-brewery located in downtown Culpeper VA. Beer Hound Brewery has won 6 medals from the VA Craft Brewers Guild, proving what our customers tell us- great craft beer served in a fun and friendly tasting room. In 2018 we were voted Central VA’s 2nd best bar by readers of Virginia Living Magazine. See more..
4.0 Lollipop Station (4 reviews)
- Friendly and Fun
Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

The staff at this store is fun,gracious, and knows their inventory. They were able to help us choose age appropriate gifts/toys. See more..
4.0 Country Shoppes of Culpeper (2 reviews)
- Worth Stopping By
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops

Great place to spend an hour, or two, looking at goodies you may want or need!! Well organized, very clean and a friendly staff. Most of the items we looked at had reasonable prices on them. We highly recommend stopping in for a visit if you are in the area. See more..
Cathy's Custom Jewelry (0 review)
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops

Located inside the Minute Man MiniMall, you will find one of a kind, hand crafted, artisan designed jewelry. Precious and semi-precious gemstones set in custom silver and gold settings. Spend an afternoon browsing the endless treasure trove of art and collectibles. A one-stop-shop for jewelry, trinkets, and antiques. You will find Cathy's Custom Jewelry right inside the front door to the right. See more..
Georgie Mae's Antiques & Collectibles (0 review)
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Antique Shops

Antiques, collectibles, vintage furniture, jewelry, soaps, candles, linens and more ... something for everyone. A clean and pleasant shopping experience on Culpeper's popular Davis Street.Also, please our new location at the... Ruckersville Gallery: 8287 Seminole TrailRuckersville, VA 22968434.985.1944 See more..