Top Things to do in Virginia
Top Hotels in Virginia
- 1. Best Western Plus Sandcastle Beachfront Hotel
- 2. Coastal Hotel & Suites Virginia Beach - Oceanfront
- 3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA
- 4. Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront North
- 5. Hilton Garden Inn Virginia Beach Oceanfront
- 6. Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
- 7. Comfort Inn Williamsburg Gateway
- 8. Hampton Inn & Suites Fredericksburg South
- 9. The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Curio Collection by Hilton
- 10. Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg
10 Wine Tours & Tastings in Virginia That You Shouldn't Miss
Virginia can make American history come alive. Visit Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, tour Civil War battlefields, explore the living history museum at Williamsburg… the possibilities are endless (if the kids object, break up the historical sightseeing with a visit to Busch Gardens). Arlington, site of Arlington National Cemetery, is just across the Potomac River from all the major sites in D.C. In addition to beaches and historical attractions, Virginia has plenty to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Active families will love the Blue Ridge Highlands, where hiking, canoeing and tubing are just a few of the activities offered. Couples might enjoy a romantic mountain cabin in Virginia after a day of hiking in Shenandoah National Park.
Restaurants in Virginia
1. Weekday Virginia Private Custom Wine Tour from Charlottesville
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
This 5-hour, private custom tour features 3 to 4 winery visits, tasting room recommendations, chilled bottled water, and an experienced personal Wine Trail guide. Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.
Inclusions: Private tour, Chilled bottle water, Wine Trail Guide Publication, Luxury Transportation
Exclusions: Tasting fees and alcohol are NOT included, Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.
Reviewed By kristen5chix
Gillie was a great driver and guide to the wineries!!! It was nice to be able to enjoy the wine without the worry of driving!
2. Virginia Winery Day Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
We will pick you up from DC for a day tour of Virginia's best wineries. We will provide history bits, snacks and water, and behind-the-scenes tour and tastings. We will drop you off back in DC before sunset. We run winery tours on Saturdays and Sundays, on demand. Spirited Tours offers unforgettable experiences in Virginia. Join us on a public group tour and meet new friends, or call us for a private tour tailored to your needs and preferences. Our mission is to provide a safe, relaxed, memorable and very fun day as you get to know the local businesses and take in all the sights. Our team will always 'go the extra mile' to make your trip enjoyable!
Inclusions: Snacks, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages
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Reviewed By John S
Toma and Domika were excellent hosts. I predict this tour will sell out every weekend and they will end up with a bigger bus. Good snacks. Nice wine selections. 3 really tasty vineyards rach with a different ambiance. I took my adult son because he was in town while the wife was away on work....ready to go again as a couples fun day outing.
3. Downtown Richmond Booze & Bites Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Join us for a fun evening version of our Arts District Food Tour! Spanning parts of Jackson Ward and Monroe Ward, you’ll feel like an insider as we share with you our favorite spots downtown for a bite to savor and a tasty drink to sip. A relaxed pace plus a tour guide with stories of the neighborhood to share will make this walking tour a great way to explore a vibrant part of Richmond. Highlights include: - Visit 3 restaurants to taste one of their best dishes – enough food to end your tour well-satisfied! - Sip on a thoughtfully-chosen beverage pairing at each stop - Finish your tour with dessert at one of Richmond’s best, most innovative ice cream shops Due to the nature of this tour, guests must be at least 21 years old to participate.
Inclusions: Food at four unique stops in downtown Richmond are included - enough to leave satisfied!, We'll have drink pairings at three of our stops!
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Reviewed By kimmQ4762HR
Second food tour I’ve taken in Richmond, and it was the better one! The walking was easy and not hilly like I was expecting since Churchill is known for inclines. The architecture in the area is beautiful but watch your step on the uneven historical brick walkways! Wish I had taken more photos of the restored homes. Wonderful unexpected wine tasting at Second Bottle, a new boutique wine shop. Portions to sample at every stop (5) were larger than expected; Proper Pie and Subrosa portions were HUGE and I ended up taking one bite and then packing up the rest of it for home later on. The only suggestion I’d make is to make Second Bottle the last stop and not the first so that guests can buy a bottle to take with them. I would have bought 2 bottles but I didn’t want to lug them around for the next 1.5 hours! It made sense to go there first since it was an “appetizer” stop- so maybe provide a map of the stops either online or on paper so that folks can find them again later. Our tour guide was fabulous; she was knowledgeable, personable, and well organized. This was a Mother’s Day tour for my sister and mother and me, and was a great way to spend a beautiful day outdoors.
4. Virginia Private Custom Wine Tour from Charlottesville
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 287 reviews
This 5-hour, private custom tour features 3 to 4 winery visits, luxury Sedan, tasting room recommendations, and an experienced personal Wine Trail guide. Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.
Inclusions: Private tour, Chilled bottle water, Wine Trail Guide Publication, Transportation
Exclusions: Tasting fees and alcohol are NOT included, Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.
Reviewed By kristen5chix
Gillie was a great driver and guide to the wineries!!! It was nice to be able to enjoy the wine without the worry of driving!
5. Blue Bee Cider 1-Hour Tour and Tasting
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 18 reviews
Discover the story of Blue Bee Cider on a one-hour tour and tasting. Learn how we became Virginia’s first urban cidery and create artisanal cider in a historic revitalized stables complex from the 1940s. Meet the Blue Bee staff, get a behind-the-scenes look at our unique property, and experience our ciders in a guided tasting.
Inclusions: Licensed tour guide, Tasting included
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By QVAE
When on the hunt for something particular; substitutes won't due! Well I happened upon this place because my mission was to locate a spot that still sells my dearly missed Woodchuck Cider. When your tastebuds request something so specific you just can't settle. My GPS led me to this intimate and appealing location with the promises of my search being over. Well to my disappointment McKenzie(SP?) graciously explained that they don't have it, but there may be something in their collection that just might satisfy me. With the sampling of their Aragon 1904 I knew that there had to be other treasures to explore. Before the moment was over I'd had an equally selective companion that agreed we could peacefully lay Woodchuck to rest because the offerings of Blue Bee Cider were beyond comparable. Other preferences-Petit Manchurian & Firecracker{not to be confused with the distaste of a cinnamon fireball, but due to its ginger infusion????}. The creative exploration of their ciders make it possible to please a wide range of tastebuds from sweet to sour. All with the serene(yet properly distanced) backrop giving nothing, but great vibes. Kudos to Carrie for the final touches with the melodic tunes of James Blake ????.
6. Barrel Room Wine Tasting
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 6 reviews
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tasting experience in our Barrel Room. Learn about winemaking and find your new favorite wine! Includes a gourmet cheese & charcuterie platter.
Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks
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Reviewed By msfridley
We were staying at the Rasnick VRBO up the road for a girls weekend getaway and decided to visit. WoW ! What fun we had and the wine was awesome. Music was great and everyone was so friendly. A hidden gem in the country!
7. Electric Bike Tour to Shirley Plantation and Wine Tasting
Try one of our Electric Bikes and experience an easy and scenic 25-Mile ride through the Virginia Capital Trail to Shirley Plantation History Tour. You will get to sees rural Virginia like you never have before on one of our unique electric bikes. Shirley is the 2nd Oldest Plantation in the United States which was built by the Carter family. You will also experience wine tasting at Upper Shirley Vineyards!
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Upper Shirley Wine Tasting, Transportation back to the starting point, Professional guide
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Dawn B
We enjoy Hollywood Cemetery. First time for a tour. Our guide gave us historical insights we didn’t know. It was a delightful experience. Since we scheduled for 12/26, our guide could not get to the electric car as the office was closed. So she escorted us in her car. Would be a 5 star review but the wait to try to get the e car was annoying
8. Historical Winery Tour & Tasting
Your trip will begin with a scenic 55-minute ride from Washington DC’s bustling Penn Quarter to Virginia’s cozy Bull Run region – site of the first major battle of the American Civil War. En route, you will traverse the beautiful George Washington Memorial Parkway with an elevated view of the Potomac River and Georgetown. Upon arrival, you will enjoy an optional walking tour of the Winery at Bull Run’s historic grounds before tasting the vineyards palatable selection of wines. Established in 2012 as a scenic working farm vineyard, The Winery at Bull Run lies on 225 acres adjacent to Manassas National Battlefield Park and next door to an equestrian farm. The winery itself was built to represent the two types of historic barns in Northern Virginia – a smaller 1800s-style barn and a larger 1920s-era dairy barn complete with a hayloft and hay lift cable and beam. Try combining the bold and opulent flavors of your wine with delectable appetizers available for purchase!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Wine Tasting
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By lettyc716
My husband, nephew and I took this tour yesterday (05/15/21). Our tour guide “Christopher” was AMAZING, knowledgeable and funny as heck! We are definitely recommending this tour to our family and friends. Shout out to our driver “Ali” who maneuvered through traffic like butter. What a team! Mike, Letty & Tyrus
9. 6 Hours Northern VA Wine Tour
Your chauffeur will greet you promptly at the pickup time and location of your choosing. For best results, we recommend that your group meets at one pickup location. This maximizes the time spent at the wineries. Your chauffeur will wait at each location while you enjoy a sampling of local Virginia wines. You can choose as many wineries as you would like to sample in one day! Prices are based on time as opposed to the number of wineries you visit. Please keep in mind that the average tasting takes 45 minutes to complete. Travel time between wineries varies which is why we have put together the tours listed below. Each group of wineries below are located within relatively close proximity to one another. We hope this will maximize your enjoyment of our wonderful Virginia wine country.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: There maybe tolls involved as to where the trip starts, Eating is not permitted in our vehicles
10. All-Inclusive, Autumn Weekend Tour for GROUPS of 10-16
We require a minimum of 10 participants. Register as a GROUP. We have 16 seats available. ($5,680/16 seats = $355/person, or $5,680/10 seats = $568/person) Why do the leaves change color in the fall? Where do the gorgeous colors come from? The autumn is full of wonderful things, beautiful colors and cozy sweaters. What’s more, there’s always so much to do and so little time before winter comes! It’s so hard to choose: do you go apple picking? Do you get inspired and do something creative in your fall months? Why not all of them? The Nature Bus has got you covered. We have planned a wonderful fall adventure for all ages, and we want YOU to be there! Book a private group tour for two day scenic excursion and a chance to go apple picking at an orchard, explore downtown Charlottesville, hike in Shenandoah National Park, and visit three beautiful vineyards! If you fall for autumn, let us pick you up!
Inclusions: Binoculars, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, In order to secure our expert tour guides, we recommend a minimum of two weeks or more for booking. , Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Choose one: Hotel room or campsite booking, Drink voucher at winery
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Reviewed By Elaine R
If you live in Va or visiting, I really encourage you to check out The Nature Bus if your looking for a day adventure or maybe a weekend. It's a family owned company and it's a great way to see of some of what Va has to offer. So far I've only been on two due to covid, looking forward to more. The owner Suzanne and her family go above and beyond to make sure all have a great time. Where ever the road takes ya, they always find the best informative guides. Also I love it's not a large crowd and all CDC guidelines are in place to keep everyone safe. If you're looking for fun and want to meet new people and just have a good time, in my opinion you can't go wrong. She's also open to suggestions for trips others may be interested in or if a group of family/friends want a specialized tour, she'll arrange that too. Suzanne and The Nature Bus are a gift to Hampton Roads and VA. They do trips most Saturdays and some weekends, do yourself a favor and check it out. I've lived here all my life and The Nature Bus has taken me to places I never visited.
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