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Sunset over Roanoke, Virginia

Virginia’s rich history and spectacular scenery make it a perfect playground for your holiday. Don’t miss its award-winning wines.

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From soaring mountains to beach resorts along the Atlantic coast, Virginia is diverse enough to feed every passion. And with more than 300 wineries and nearly 300 craft breweries, it has something for every taste.

Discover outdoor adventures, mouthwatering restaurants and winding wine trails. 

And did we mention Virginia was home to historical figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson? This land also saw several hard-fought battles during the Civil War, marked today by historic sites and trails; six National Parks reflect on these events.

Colonial Williamsburg brings 18th-century heritage to life through historical re-enactments, tours and museum collections. Nearby, gain a glimpse into America’s origins at the first permanent English colony — Jamestown — and Yorktown, where the American Revolution was won.

 

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Getting Around

Get a feel for Virginia by viewing the map below, and explore a map of the state here.

A widespread Amtrak network means you can reach cities like Lynchburg, Norfolk, Roanoke and Fredericksburg with relative ease.

Get out and explore Virginia’s 39 state parks, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, and winding rivers and tributaries. Shenandoah National Park, near Luray in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a recreational gem covering 200,000 acres of protected lands.

Annual Events

Summer’s Virginia Arts Festival brings world-renowned arts to nine cities across the commonwealth, including the Virginia International Tattoo in Norfolk (28 April–1 May) where you’ll revel in the sights and sounds of dancers, military bands, bagpipers and drum corps. 

Don your fanciest hat for the Virginia Gold Cup (7 May), as glistening steeds take on steeplechase obstacles to thrill spectators. 

The world’s tall ships sail to Norfolk Harborfest (10–12 June) for a festive weekend of parades, boat races, fireworks displays and entertainment.

Richmond’s annual VA PrideFest (June) celebrates the LGBTQ community with days of family-friendly fun, including music, drag performances and more.
 

What’s New in Virginia

Right off the Metrorail, the new Capital One Center in Tysons Corner features the Capital One Hall performing arts centre, Watermark Hotel and The Perch, a park in the sky with green space, a games plaza, its own amphitheatre and the Starr Hill Biergarten. 

Shenandoah County celebrates its 250th anniversary while the beautiful Shenandoah Caverns ring in 100 years, making 2022 a fantastic time to visit the famous Shenandoah Valley. Look for fun events throughout the year, with a special celebratory festival in September 2022.

Arlington’s Amazon HQ2 is slated to open in 2023, bringing an immersive, botanical public plaza touting shops, special events and community gathering places like tree-shaded forest rooms.
 

To explore the rest of the Capital Region, visit our Washington, DC and Maryland pages.

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25 Feb 2023 - 05 Mar 2023

Virginia Wine Expo

Richmond, Virginia

The Virginia Wine Expo presented by Publix is Virginia's premier, curated wine and food experience featuring nine days of wine, spirits, and cider paired with local cuisine. 

11 Mar 2023 - 19 Mar 2023

Highland County Maple Festival

Monterey, Virginia

Take a step back in time to Highland County, “Virginia’s Sweet Spot.” Each year, tens of thousands of visitors are drawn to this unspoiled, rural region of Virginia to celebrate the “opening” of th

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15 Apr 2023 - 22 Apr 2023

Historic Garden Week in Virginia

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For one week in April, visitors are invited to tour inspired private landscapes, public gardens, and historic sites across Virginia, enjoying our beautiful state at the peak of spring.

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20 Apr 2023 - 23 Apr 2023

Virginia International Tattoo

Norfolk, Virginia

In 1997, the Virginia Arts Festival presented the city with what has now become a staple to Norfolk’s performing arts scene: The Virginia International Tattoo.

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19 May 2023 - 21 May 2023

Dominion Riverrock

Richmond, Virginia

Dominion Riverrock is the nation's largest outdoor sports and music festival, bringing athletes,  spectators, musicians, and even dogs to Brown’s Island in Richmond, Virginia for a three-day festiv

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26 Jul 2023 - 27 Jul 2023

Chincoteague Pony Swim

Chincoteague, Virginia

The town of Chincoteague is known worldwide for its annual Pony Penning & Auction.

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26 Jul 2023 - 30 Jul 2023

Floydfest

Floyd, Virginia

This award-winning 5-day celebration of music and art nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia features more than 100 performers on 8 stages.

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