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Things to do in Lexington, Virginia (VA): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Lexington, Virginia, is a college town rich with history, charm and natural wonders. Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Shenandoah Valley, its bustling downtown offers unique restaurants, artisan shops and galleries. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy mountain vistas on a walk along the Woods Creek trail or on a drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. History buffs can follow the Civil War and visit the final resting places of iconic figures like Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson.
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1. Virginia Military Institute
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 461 reviews
Reviewed By SusanRoAne - San Francisco, United States
We visited VMI whose son is a cadet. We coincidentally met and spoke with both General Peay, the Superintendent as well as second in command. My host, Patrick Morin, was well-informed about practices, policies and history of VMI. We were able to spend time with his son and roommates in the PX and that was unusual. We visited the Jackson Memorial Hall and Museum, Saw the Stonewall Jackson House, The chapel, Barracks (though we had to stand outside, and the spectacular George C Marshall Museum. We watched the RATS walk the yellow line and cadets on their way to classes. VMI is our history and worth a visit.
2. Stonewall Jackson Grave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 241 reviews
Reviewed By NRAGR
Stonewall Jackson's memorial is in the middle of this historic cemetery. While there, I watched a man suck on lemon slices and throw them into the gravesite area. There were other lemons and lemon slices lying there already in tribute to Jackson. There is a nice map as you walk into the cemetery that explains other plots of interest as well.
3. Stonewall Jackson House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 385 reviews
Experience family life on the eve of the American Civil War as you explore the finely preserved home and gardens of the man who became Stonewall Jackson.
Reviewed By missyanderton - Chesapeake, United States
Family of 6 decided to take a tour last minute and we were lucky enough to get right in as one was about to start. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and the tour was the perfect amount of time to keep us all interested. There was also a little something to keep the kids busy during the tour. We all enjoyed it.
4. Lee Chapel and Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 537 reviews
Reviewed By snowtraveler49 - Memphis, United States
back in the late 1980s/early 1990s, I had visited w/my mother & sister; this was my husband's 1st visit; I am distantly related to Robt E Lee & I met my husband when he was in Kappa Alpha (KA) Fraternity & I was a Little Sister @ a college in TN; KA was founded @ W&L, & Robt E Lee/Civil War figure largely into the traditions of the fraternity; the W&L campus is lovely (especially on a cloudy damp day w/fabulous fall color) & the Lee Chapel, though not overall grand, is striking when you enter & see the Recumbent Lee situated in the anteroom behind the platform/podium down front; our guide, Marie Shiraki, was SO knowledgeable & enthusiastic; we enjoyed the tour & also visiting w/her afterwards; the museum downstairs near the gift shop & actual Lee family crypt are interesting, & of course Lee's horse Traveler's grave site outside is a must glance; while anyone would surely be welcome, I doubt it would appeal to children unless they were old enough to have studied American/VA history pertaining to Washington & Lee/Civil War
5. Washington and Lee University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 228 reviews
Established in 1749, Washington and Lee University is the ninth-oldest college in the United States.
Reviewed By MargoMcFarland
Even though our daughter graduated from here in 2012, we come to this beautiful small town nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains every chance we get, and always take the time to visit campus. It was a lovely summer afternoon today and walking the campus was the perfect way to spend it. It is everything a small university should be - easily walkable, tree lined, perfectly laid out, thoughtfully designed. And everyone wore a mask! Not typically something that would normally be important, but in these times you can’t be too careful and it was nice to see the students being mature and responsible.
6. Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By 435ashlyw
Patton, Churchill, and even German General Rommel studied the tactics of Jackson. This world famous military leader sadly seems to be an embarrassment to some locals.
7. Chessie Nature Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By marysZ3555GY - Canton, United States
We entered the Chessie trail from Buena Vista and rode up to Lexington. The View was spectacular and the trail was well cats. We even enjoyed some encounters with cows and butterflies. We found a great place to go down to the water to swim as it follows the Maury River. In Lexington we found a fantastic restaurant to go to that is only a half mile up the road from the trail the name of the restaurant is Muchacho Alegre. The food was fabulous! The service was great! We had a dog with us, but could not bring the dog into the patio area. They were okay with my friend Jenny just tying her to the post and keeping the dog outside the patio area. I highly recommend this restaurant and the bike trail
