The 7 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Front Royal, Virginia (VA)

July 29, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

Front Royal is a town in Warren County, Virginia, United States. The population was 14,440 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Warren County.
Restaurants in Front Royal

1. Skyline Caverns

US Highway 340 10344 Stonewall Jackson Hwy, Front Royal, VA 22630 +1 800-296-4545 http://www.skylinecaverns.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 473 reviews

Skyline Caverns

Caves in the Shenandoah Valley that feature anthodites, rare rock formations.

Reviewed By T88DZpeggyh - Beaver, United States

Compared to Luray these caverns are much more real! Small spaces at times, beautiful lighting, only a mile walk! Our tour guide Christina was excellent! She was well informed, funny, and had a beautiful singing voice( you’ll find that out in one section of the cave) We learned so much about the history of the caverns, the rare formations that are here and only a few in the world! Everyone in our group respected each other’s space and there was no problem with social distancing! The tour guides are allowed to accept tips and Christina deserves a big one! The gift shop has great clothing, glassware, rocks, etc. to choose from and things are packaged nicely for safe transport in your car. These caverns are a must see, and don’t forget to ask for tour guide Christina!

2. Front Royal Visitors Center

414 E Main St, Front Royal, VA 22630-3305 +1 540-635-5788 [email protected] http://DiscoverFrontRoyal.com
Excellent
65%
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4.5 based on 214 reviews

Front Royal Visitors Center

Reviewed By K8liber

My husband and I were in town for vacation and visited the Welcome Center on 6/25/19 in search of hiking information. Nellie welcomed us and went well out of her way to find the perfect hike for us. She was caring and kind and listened to our needs. Her smile and effort was just what we needed. We went hiking on the trail she recommended and were so happy with the hike that we came back the following day to thank her in person. Thank you Nellie and Front Royal Visitor Center!

3. Warren Rifles Confederate Museum

95 Chester St, Front Royal, VA 22630-3368 +1 540-636-6982 [email protected] http://vaudc.org/museum.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Warren Rifles Confederate Museum

Museum owned and operated by the Warren Rifles Chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy.

4. Belle Boyd Cottage

101 Chester St, Front Royal, VA 22630-3322 +1 540-636-1446 http://www.warrenheritagesociety.org/belleboyd.php
Excellent
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Belle Boyd Cottage

5. Shenandoah National Park

17157 Skyline Dr, Front Royal, VA 22630 +1 540-999-3500 https://www.nps.gov/shen/index.htm
Excellent
69%
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Shenandoah National Park

Reviewed By paxa - Washington DC, United States

We love this park and try to come here at least a few times a year. It's a relatively easy drive from DC. Usually we just get on Skyline Drive and go from one entrance to the next, in between check out the overlooks and also do some hiking. This time we entered the park at Swift Run and since it's already late afternoon chose the Hightop Summit trail - located at mile post 66.7, just about a mile south of Swift Run entrance. This is a perfect trail for a short hike - 3 miles total out and back, with 900+ ft elevation gain spread out pretty evenly all the way up, and a fantastic view at the top where there's a small rock outcropping - not good for a large group especially in these pandemic times but can probably fit 6-8 max at the same time sufficiently distanced if scattered above and below. Trail is well maintained and scenic with big rocks by the side. Surface is alternately packed dirt and rocky (this is part of the AT after all). The ascent is a steady uphill but never very steep (rated as "moderate"), so pretty easy if you hike at a leisurely pace - for more cardio workout will need to hike faster. Best thing is the return trip is all the way down. Weekends probably should be avoided - we were there on a weekday afternoon and it wasn't empty. In the 2+ hours encountered a total of about 30 people in varying group sizes of under 6 (parking area is also limited - capacity about 8 cars).

6. Virginia Beer Museum

16 Chester St, Front Royal, VA 22630-3321 +1 540-313-1441 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/VABeerMuseum/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 41 reviews

Virginia Beer Museum

Reviewed By howardc37

Nice atmosphere. Good rotating selection of VA brew. Nice mix of locals and travelers. Superb bar Staff! Friendly, polite owner.

7. Front Royal Canoe Company-Day Trips

Excellent
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4.5 based on 51 reviews

Front Royal Canoe Company-Day Trips

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