The Travelers’ Field Guide toVirginia

Discover Virginia’s Hidden Gems and Unique Attractions

Virginia stretches from Atlantic beaches to Blue Ridge peaks, with history, culture, and landscapes woven through every mile. You can walk battlefields at sunrise, drive winding mountain roads by afternoon, and end the day with your toes in the sand. Small towns hum with charm, cities buzz with art and music, and roadside stops remind you that travel is as much about the journey as the destination. From coastal marshes to rolling vineyards, Virginia offers a mix of stories and scenery that never feels finished.

UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2025

Virginia Travel Resources

Virginia stretches wide—salt marshes to mountain ridges, city streets to quiet country lanes—and each region feels like its own chapter. While The Travelers’ Field Guide points you toward hidden corners and favorite stops, statewide resources can help you shape the full picture. Virginia is for Lovers is the best place to start for trip ideas and itineraries, Virginia State Parks offers maps, trails, and camping details, and the Scenic Byways program turns the drive itself into part of the adventure. Layer in history, farm, and event guides, and you’ll have all the tools you need to plan your own Virginia story.

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Virginia is for Lovers (Tourism Office)
https://www.virginia.org
The state’s official tourism site with trip ideas, itineraries, and regional highlights.

Virginia State Parks
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks
Covers parks, trails, campgrounds, and outdoor programs across the state.

Virginia Scenic Byways
https://www.virginia.org/scenicdrives
Information on designated drives through mountains, farmland, and coastal plains.

Virginia Department of Historic Resources
https://www.dhr.virginia.gov
Resources on historic sites, preservation programs, and cultural landmarks statewide.

Virginia Grown (Agriculture)
https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/vagrown
A directory of local farms, markets, orchards, and seasonal products.

Virginia Festivals & Events Calendar
https://www.virginia.org/events
A statewide calendar of fairs, concerts, festivals, and seasonal celebrations.

Amtrak – Virginia Travel
https://www.amtrak.com
Schedules and station details for rail travel in and out of Virginia, including Richmond, Charlottesville, and Norfolk.