- Our list of the best things to do in Charles Town, West Virginia, features the top 206 nearby activities — including 78 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Charles Town, WV has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Charles Town, WV , followed by 196 popular activities in nearby cities, including Leesburg, Winchester, Purcellville, Martinsburg, Middleburg, Harpers Ferry, Berryville, Hagerstown, Frederick, Sharpsburg, Shepherdstown, Middletown, Boonsboro, Delaplane, Knoxville, Berkeley Springs, Front Royal and Lovettsville
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The New World Theatre Company is a touring troupe offering shows with a synergy of music, magic and comedic elements. Performances range from 'Mystery Theatre' to 'Acting Accordingly'. On-site workshops and off-site residencies available.
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18 votes
408 Alstadts Hill Road, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Offering above ground experiences, Aerial Forest Adventure Park at Harpers Ferry has 72 challenge elements spread across six courses to choose from. Activities include rope and log bridges, zip lines, and rock walls.
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White water rafting adventures, tubing adventures, Zip Line Canopy Tours, kayaking and canoeing tours, stand up paddle boards rides, mountain bike, and fishing adventures are all available from River Riders. Additionally, the company operates the Aerial Forest Adventure Park where visitors can experience zip li…
5.3 Miles
92%
49 votes
408 Alstadis Hill Rd, Harpers Ferry, WV
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For 2.5 to 3 hours, visitors to Harpers Ferry Zip Line Canopy Tour can zip across eight ziplines reaching heights up to 800 feet. Guests can see the area's wildlife from the same height as most of the trees.
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95%
131 votes
Store College Place, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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At the Appalachian Trail Conference Headquarters, hikers often have their pictures taken under the sign to signify that they have completed half the hike. The headquarters maintains a list of all hikers who have completed the 2,000-mile hike.
5.5 Miles
An expansive collection of memorabilia can be found at the Civil War Living History Museum. War relics, documents, and knowledgeable hosts are part of every tour. History buffs and curious visitors alike find something of interest to touch and experience.
5.5 Miles
52%
89 votes
43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Built by relatives of John Wilkes Booth, he stayed in this home when witnessing the execution of John Brown, and historians believe he was headed to this house after shooting Abraham Lincoln. Guests can attend ghost tours of the home, séances, and the home is used for paranormal research.
5.5 Miles
Opened in 2010, The Haunted Cottage is a local haunted attraction commonly visited by those fascinated by the paranormal. Ghost tours, paranormal research training, and unexplained events are among the many reasons that attract visitors to the cottage.
5.8 Miles
Weverton Cliff Trail is a ten mile hiking trail for hikers of all skill levels. Most of the trail follows the Shenandoah River, with small side trails leading to the riverbank.
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93%
70 votes
Harpers Ferry Center, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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The Appalachian National Scenic Trail is a 2,184-mile long public footpath that was constructed by volunteers over the course of 16 years. The Appalachian Conservatory Trail was organized to help protect the trail.