Top Things to do in West Virginia
Top Hotels in West Virginia
- 1. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Summersville
- 2. Hampton Inn Wheeling
- 3. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
- 4. The Country Inn of Berkeley Springs
- 5. Hampton Inn Weston
- 6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Beckley, WV
- 7. Wingate by Wyndham Elkins
- 8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
- 9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgantown
- 10. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Beckley East
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9 Historic Walking Areas in West Virginia That You Shouldn't Miss
As you would expect, The Mountain State displays rustic charm with dramatic river gorges, large limestone caverns and spectacular mountain views. West Virginia hosts outdoor enthusiasts and family vacationers looking for fresh-air activities and serene mountain atmosphere. If stimulating city holidays are your preference, Charleston combines warm hospitality with a lovely riverside location. A family-friendly destination, you’ll discover children’s theatre, river park recreation and popular Bridge Road for shopping and dining. Smaller towns blend outdoor adventure with quaint village atmospheres. Set between the New, Greenbrier and Bluestone Rivers, Hinton is an historic rail town filled with turn-of-the-century architecture and a host of water activities at its doorstep – rafting, fishing, kayaking and more. In the heart of West Virginia, Summersville is a “Mountain Water Playground.” Its lakeside location encourages outdoor recreation from swimming and boating to scuba diving and rafting. And history buffs can trace Civil War battles throughout the states historic sites and state parks. Hiking or horseback riding along trails through deep hardwood forests is another family favorite, especially when you stop for a picnic along a clear mountain stream.
Restaurants in West Virginia
1. Mountain State Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Downtown Charleston's first distillery featuring sampling bar and gift shop. On-site distillery operations include mashing, fermentation, distillation, bottling and labeling.
Reviewed By 681dougm
Wonderful and friendly place go by and visit genuine people making genuine products support your local people and go by a visit a spell
2. Ore Cart Trail
3. Prospect Peak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
A panoramic overlook that stands nearly one thousand feet above the Potomac River.
Reviewed By NEWYORKUSATraveler - Daniels, United States
Just a short 3 mile drive from Berkeley Springs we found a smashing overlook from where we could see three states: West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Maryland. National Geographic Magazine rates this scene among America’s Outstanding Beauty Spots.
4. Capitol Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 160 reviews
Capitol Street runs through the historic and scenic shopping and dining area of Charleston.
Reviewed By Flipper1954 - Ellsworth, United States
Shops, cafes, bars....yes, some closed from this covid mess, but still a great place with traffic blocked for only pedistrian traffic. Charming area!
5. John Henry Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By classicdj
Although you can go anytime, this place really comes alive during the second weekend in July for John Henry Days. In the summer, get up close to the tunnel opening to feel the cool air coming out. There is an awesome statue and information boards that relate area history and the various legends of John Henry.
6. Coal Heritage Trail
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
The Coal Heritage Trail is a National Scenic Byway located within the National Coal Heritage Area and winds through more than 187 rugged miles of scenic industrial heritage, where thousands of hard-working miners labored to produce the coal which created modern America.
7. East End Historical District
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 21 reviews
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1983, this area remains charmingly well-preserved. Most of the buildings here were constructed between 1895-1925, and styles range from Greek Revival and Queen Anne to Colonial, Georgian and Italianate. Bounded by Bradford and Quarrier Streets, East Avenue and Kanawha Blvd, the East End is an excellent neighborhood for a leisurely afternoon stroll.
8. George Washington Heritage Trail
Overall Ratings
2.0 based on 2 reviews
A 127-mile trail that traces the footsteps of America's first president.
9. North Wheeling Victorian Old Town
Overall Ratings
2.0 based on 2 reviews
