UVA Travel Guide

Charlottesville

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Popular places to visit

University of Virginia

University of Virginia

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Virginia during your travels in Charlottesville. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

University of Virginia

John Paul Jones Arena

Catch an event at John Paul Jones Arena during your trip to Charlottesville. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

John Paul Jones Arena

Scott Stadium

Catch an event at Scott Stadium during your trip to Charlottesville. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Scott Stadium

UVA Medical Center West Complex

If UVA Medical Center West Complex is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Charlottesville.

UVA Medical Center West Complex

Davenport Field

Catch an event at Davenport Field during your trip to Charlottesville. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Davenport Field

Klockner Stadium

Catch an event at Klockner Stadium during your trip to Charlottesville. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Klockner Stadium

Things to do

Student led Rotunda Tour

Private UNESCO World Heritage Tour

฿18,550
per adult
Private UNESCO World Heritage Tour
Dive into Charlottesville's Supernatural Side on Our Ghost Tour.

Charlottesville Dark History Ghost Tour

฿1,047
per adult
Charlottesville Dark History Ghost Tour
Small Group Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello 1-Day Tour from Washington D.C.

Small Group Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello 1-Day Tour from Washington D.C.

฿8,196
per traveller
Small Group Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello 1-Day Tour from Washington D.C.
Memorable and exciting Vineyard in Virginia

Private Wine Tours (Minimum 3 & Maximum 6 ) Pickup Maximum 30 Mi

฿2,867
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Wine Tours (Minimum 3 & Maximum 6 ) Pickup Maximum 30 Mi
Virginia Ham Biscuits from Hamiltons on Main

The Downtown Mall Food Tour

฿14,132
per adult
The Downtown Mall Food Tour
Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt: Centuries of Charlottesville

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Centuries of Charlottesville

฿506
per adult
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Centuries of Charlottesville
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Top hotels in UVA

Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG
4 out of 5
540 Massie Road, Charlottesville, VA
The price is ฿6,265 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
฿6,265
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Charlottesville. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (312 reviews)
"Amazing value, great location, clean, quiet, great restaurant."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG
English Inn of Charlottesville
English Inn of Charlottesville
3 out of 5
2000 Morton Drive, Charlottesville, VA
The price is ฿3,667 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
฿3,667
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Charlottesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,116 reviews)
"Helpful staff and excellent breakfast. Convenient to the University and next to a lovely walking trail."

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

English Inn of Charlottesville
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA
3 out of 5
1600 Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA
The price is ฿3,608 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿3,608
per night
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Charlottesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,057 reviews)
"We always stay here and love it. Zero complaints."

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
4 out of 5
212 Ridge McIntire Rd, Charlottesville, VA
The price is ฿5,450 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿5,450
per night
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Charlottesville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice modern hotel right where you want to be. Great bar and dining choices."

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

Omni Charlottesville Hotel
Holiday Inn Charlottesville-Monticello by IHG
Holiday Inn Charlottesville-Monticello by IHG
3 out of 5
1200 5th St. SW, Charlottesville, VA
The price is ฿3,355 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
฿3,355
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Charlottesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It would be really nice to have smart tv in rooms."

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

Holiday Inn Charlottesville-Monticello by IHG
Days Inn by Wyndham Charlottesville/University Area
Days Inn by Wyndham Charlottesville/University Area
2 out of 5
1610 Emmet St N, Charlottesville, VA
The price is ฿2,280 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
฿2,280
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Charlottesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The staff were amazing. They were so very kind. The room was newly remodeled so it was incredibly clean. I was very impressed. The only problem I had was this is a college town and college kids were walking back and forth through the parking lot headed to another part of campus (I assume) until around ..."

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Charlottesville/University Area
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Other neighbourhoods around UVA

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Jefferson Park Avenue

5/5(1 area review)

Jefferson Park Avenue might not have many top sights, but Scott Stadium and Rotunda are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jefferson Park Avenue
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Venable

While visiting Venable, you might make a stop by sights like Rotunda and Corner District.

Venable
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Fifeville

While Fifeville isn't home to many top sights, Charlottesville Pavilion and Rotunda are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fifeville
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10th and Page

While 10th and Page isn't home to many top sights, Charlottesville Pavilion and Rotunda are some notable places to visit nearby.

10th and Page
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Fry's Spring

While Fry's Spring may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Scott Stadium and Rotunda.

Fry's Spring
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Starr Hill

While Starr Hill isn't home to many top sights, Charlottesville Pavilion and The Jefferson Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Starr Hill

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