Location: Harpers Ferry
Top Things to do in Harpers Ferry
Things to do in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia (WV): The Best Historic Sites
Harpers Ferry is a historic town in Jefferson County, West Virginia, United States. It was formerly spelled Harper's Ferry with an apostrophe and that form continues to appear in some references. It is situated at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers where the U.S. states of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia meet. It is the easternmost town in West Virginia. The town's original, lower section is on a flood plain created by the two rivers and surrounded by higher ground. Historically, Harpers Ferry is best known for John Brown's raid on the Armory in 1859 and its role in the American Civil War. The population was 286 at the 2010 census.
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1. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,028 reviews
A visit to this quaint, historic community, at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, is like stepping into the past. Stroll the picturesque streets, visit exhibits and museums, or hike our trails and battlefields. Spend a day or a weekend. We have something for everyone, so come and discover Harpers Ferry! Hours: Park Open Daily from Sunrise to Sunset. Museums, Exhibits, and Visitor Center: Open 9:00am - 5:00pm Park Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Reviewed By kylesE8563QS
Accessible via Amtrak, Harpers Ferry is filled with history and surrounded by natural beauty.the many worthwhile sights are the Appalachian Trail Visitors Center, the Civil War Museum, John Brown's Fort,The C and O Canal National Historic Park, The African American Museum, St Peter's R.C. Church, and Jefferson Park.The town is located where the Potomac and the Shenandoah Rivers meet, and from the point one can see West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia.
2. The Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By Bainthomas
A nicely developed area for viewing the river and a launching point for a few hiking and biking trails.
3. White Hall Tavern
4. Harpers Ferry Station
5. Ruins of St. John's Episcopal Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By beverlyhurleyf - Wilmington, United States
This was an unexpected find as we were walking up the path to the Jefferson Rock! A historic treasure from the Civil War!!
6. Arsenal Square
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4.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By beverlyhurleyf - Wilmington, United States
This is self guided - with markers and information throughout. The entire town is rich with Civil War history!
7. John Brown's Fort
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4.0 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By 656susand - Schellsburg, United States
We saw this on our own and then later with a guide from the National Park Service who shared with us so much about this building and about John Brown. Things we did not know before.
