- 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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Part of a working family farm, Notaviva Vineyards seeks to distinguish its estate-grown wines by pairing their varietals with different music genres or lyrics on their labels. The winery offers weekend tours and tastings throughout the growing season.
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Roosevelt Island DC to Allegheny Highlands PA, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Potomac Heritage Trail offers visitors outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, biking, rafting, and boating. The trail goes through forests, has rocky terrain, and passes by streams. There are also views of the Potomac River.
6.9 Miles
Running along an old canal, Armory Canal Trail offers placards with historical information and views of old factories and ruins. The trail can be used for hiking and has wildlife like birds, fish and turtles that can be seen.
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Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters, 799 Washington Street, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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The Appalachian Trail is a famous, 2000 mile trail that allows hikers to explore the Appalachia region of New England. The trail is strung with a variety of lakes, streams, forests, stone structures, and wildlife.
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171 Shoreline Drive, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Costumed park staff and volunteers present historical vignettes throughout Harpers Ferry National Park on some days, while on other days, visitors can take classes to learn to knit, raise a garden, and bake bread. Visitors can also hike and fish at the park.
7.0 Miles
Overlooking the Potomac River, Jefferson Rock is a rock formation along the Appalachian trail. The rock offers stunning panoramic views of the river and surrounding wilderness areas, and is accessible by hiking.
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480 votes
St. Peter's Church Stone Patio, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Based on the stories in 'A Ghostly Tour of Harpers Ferry,' if the weather is above 40 degrees, visitors tour Harpers Ferry and hear about the town's ghost. When the weather is below 40, visitors meet in St. Peter's Church where they see slides and hear the stories.
7.3 Miles
Through music, photos, and wax figures, the John Brown Wax Museum tells the story of John Brown's attack on Harpers Ferry. John Brown led an attempt in 1859 to stop slavery, and his story became the popular Battle Hymn of the Republic song.
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Thomas Hall, St. Peter's Catholic Church, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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O' Be Joyfull Historical Tours & Entertainment, gives ghost tours of Harpers Valley, and its founder Rick Garland also conducts historical tours including tours of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church. This leader also presents a Historical Songs and Stories Concert Show, as well as serving as a step-on guide.
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Located in a man-made cave for a unique feel and reduced carbon footprint, the Maggie Malick Wine Cave is a winery and wine seller. The winery welcomes visitors, and serves food as well as wine.