Location: Harrisonburg
Top Things to do in Harrisonburg
What to do and see in Harrisonburg, Virginia (VA): The Best Free Things to do
Harrisonburg is an independent city in the Shenandoah Valley region of the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 48,914, with a census-estimated 2016 population of 53,078. Harrisonburg is the county seat of the surrounding Rockingham County, although the two are separate jurisdictions. The Bureau of Economic Analysis combines the city of Harrisonburg with Rockingham County for statistical purposes into the Harrisonburg, Virginia Metropolitan Statistical Area, which has a 2011 estimated population of 126,562.
Restaurants in Harrisonburg
1. Harper's Statuary and Water Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Come visit our family owned business, a local attraction for 50 years! Harper's specializes in cast stone statuary made onsite. Take a walk along the paths to enjoy our water gardens and fountains. Be inspired and let us help you transform your home or business. We are here for you - ready to provide our expertise and answer your questions. Browse through over 800 items - small and large statuary, benches, planters and more. Our family welcomes you!
Reviewed By 351grega - Manassas, United States
Have you gone to your local garden supply store and were shocked by the sticker price of some of the objects. Now you can go to the source - Harpers has it all and if you want it painted they do that too. Harpers it your most likely source for garden trinkets in VA and the prices are unbelievable. I willing to say if they don't have the statue you want they will make it.
2. Ten Thousand Villages
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Ten Thousand Villages in Harrisonburg, VA carries fair trade artisan-crafted home decor, personal accessories, and gift items from across the globe, including coffee, tea, chocolate, and more. Featuring products from more than 130 artisan groups in about 38 countries, we are part of a network of about 80 non-profit Ten Thousand Villages stores specializing in Fair Trade retail.
3. The Friendly Fermenter
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Hokie67 - Lexington, United States
This seems like you're walking into someone's basement home brew room. And it is in many ways. It looks like it's home brew shop that sells its 'home brew' on tap and you can buy your equipment and ingredients here. My wife, who loves IPA's, went with the Ruin Jason double IPA. Any double or triple IPA is a true test of a Brewmeister. And this one passed with flying colors - as the added hops were there to add character not just mo' bitter. I had a Big Toby - an Imperial Red. It could have used a little more oomph, but was a delightful sipper. BTW, you can get a 4 OZ glass, which was what we both had after a huge lunch with a drive home awaiting us. Plus - you can get your Shenandoah Beerwerks Passport stamped! It's small with tough parking nearby, but if circle a few times you'll find something. But - this is true anywhere in downtown H'burg.
4. Friendly City Food Co-op
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
We predict you’ll be back for more after just one visit to Friendly City Food Co-op, downtown Harrisonburg’s community-owned full-service grocery store, where everyone can shop and anyone can join.From nostalgic glass milk bottles to culinary delights like bulk spices and hard-to-find fresh herbs, you’ll find we have the best local, produce, meats, baked goods and more, along with your favorite trusted national brands.
5. Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 270 reviews
Reviewed By 351michellei
My whole family enjoyed our time there looking at the beautiful flowers, the different fish in the pond, & watching the ducks and turtles swim. We enjoyed the trails and listening to the birds. Great place to get close to nature.
6. Larkin Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Larkin Arts is a community-minded art center, committed to promoting and supporting artists and enthusiasts of all ages and levels by providing quality art products, education, exhibits and working studio space.
7. Harrisonburg Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
The Harrisonburg Farmers Market is proud to be a source of fresh local foods and high quality local handcrafts while supporting and sustaining the small farm family and the local economic health. We are producer only market, offering only the freshest and best locally grown and produced items. Our vendors are primarily from Rockingham and adjoining counties. We are open year round on Saturdays and also on Tuesdays from April through Thanksgiving. Summer hours (April - Thanksgiving) begin at 8:00 and go to 1. Winter hours (December through March, begin at 9:00 am and go to i.
Reviewed By RobertP436 - Harrisonburg, United States
We love going to the Farmers Market and it's open all year long on Saturdays and open on Tuesdays also during the growing season. We particularly like the Staff of Life, a bakery that makes the most outstanding breads, rolls, breadsticks and other baked goods that I've ever tasted. We get all of our breads there. There are also several Mennonite farmers with fresh produce, jams, grapes and nuts and much more. The variety is pretty good too from handmade oak, maple and other wood goods and furniture, kettle corn, wine distributors, fresh pork, beef and other meats and much more. On Saturdays during the warm months there is usually vocal group or small musical group on the grass playing great songs.
8. Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
Discover the history, culture, and amenities that make Harrisonburg one of the Virginia's most visited cities at the Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center. Browse our library of brochures, maps, and travel resources for the areas best best place to explore, shop, dine, and recline. Exepreince what makes life better in the 'burg -plan your next adventure at the Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center. Awarded with the "2016 Virginia Green Travel Star Award"
Reviewed By W1702PJmarkg - Catonsville, United States
The Harrisonburg Visitor's Center is located in the historic (c.1848) Hardesty Higgings House and located in the downtown historic area within easy walking distance to many sights,restaurants and history. The center is a destination within it's self, housing the Valley Turnpike Museum,Civil War Orientation Exhibit and the Virginia Craftsman Showroom as well as the Rocktown Gift Shop and Heritage Bakery & Cafe with outside courtyard seating. There is a short film and brochures of every kind on Harrisonburg and the surrounding area and beyond. We were in town on a Christmas trip and spoke with Carole on our visit and have to say that she is as good as anyone we have encountered in our many years of travelling and the visitor's center is lucky to have her. We enjoyed her humor,genuineness,knowledge and local insight she passed along during our nice long visit.
9. Brothers Craft Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By 551francinel - Ottawa, Canada
We stopped by for a pint on our way to Winchester and were really impressed! This is a small place with great decor, friendly service (thanks Greg!) and a great selection of beer! Never had white stout before and it was really good! Stop by if in the area!
10. Pale Fire Brewing Co
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Pale Fire Brewing Co. is a production craft brewery with a beautiful Tap Room. We serve up to 10 of our beers at any time and will fill any standard size grolwer! We have plentiful indoor and outdoor seating as well as table service. A large bookcase and a fireplace add to the comfortable atmosphere. The brewery equipment is visible through large windows in the Tap Room. Come by and see us!
Reviewed By AmbersM0mmy - Lewisburg, United States
Nice large space, both indoors and out. Nice staff and good selection of tasty brews. I will have to return because their coming soon brews Major Tom and Clockcleaner (a galaxy ipa and triple ipa) are on my must try list.
