Things to Do in Lexington, VA

  • Our list of the best things to do in Lexington, Virginia, features the top 33 nearby activities — including 16 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Lexington, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Lexington, VA , followed by 12 popular activities in nearby cities, including Natural Bridge, Bedford and Wintergreen
  • Our list of the best things to do in Lexington, Virginia, features the top 33 nearby activities — including 16 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Lexington, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Lexington, VA , followed by 12 popular activities in nearby cities, including Natural Bridge, Bedford and Wintergreen
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Parents: children under twelve are always free, so bring the kids!
0.2 Miles
99% 300 votes
Other Instruction Letcher Ave., Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
Several aspects make up the Virginia Military Institute. Guests can view a small museum that covers the history of the school and area in Jackson Memorial Hall, and cadet parades are open for public viewing.
0.1 Miles
94% 345 votes
Cemeteries Jefferson, Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
The most important academic events at Washington and Lee University are held at the Lee Chapel & Museum. The building also attracts guests with its state-of-the-art museum which includes Lee's preserved office.
0.2 Miles
99% 168 votes
Colleges & Universities Jefferson St. (Rte. 11), Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
The ninth-oldest college in the United States is Washington & Lee University. Almost all the buildings on campus are the original historic structures, and the landscapes tend to be very well maintained for those who wish to walk through campus for the views.
4.5 Miles
98% 82 votes
Other Entertainment 2367 North Lee Highway, Lexington, VA 24450 MoreLess Info
The first community-owned non-profit drive-in theater in the United States is Hull's Drive-In. Movies and events are still held during their summer operating season with plenty of room for cars, blankets, and lawn chairs for viewing of classic films and even football games.
0.4 Miles
97% 96 votes
Specialty Museums Letcher Ave., Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
The changes of the United States during the 20th century in terms of diplomatic and military affairs are presented in the George C. Marshall Museum. Specifically, the museum looks at these shifts through the collections, exhibits, and objects linked with Marshall and his fellow contemporaries.
2.0 Miles
94% 67 votes
Horse Races 487 Maury River Road, Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
The 600-acre state-of-the-art environment called the Virginia Horse Center focuses mostly on horse shows and other livestock-related events. Other amenities on the grounds include a campground, restaurant, banquet facilities, and a gift shop.
0.1 Miles
84% 376 votes
Monuments Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
The location of the Stonewall Jackson Grave is within the Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery. The famous Confederate general is buried in the cemetery as well as 144 Confederate veterans, two governors of Virginia, and Margaret Junkin Preston.
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83% 238 votes
Historic Homes 8 East Washington St., Lexington, VA 24450 MoreLess Info
The famous Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson lived in the building now known as the Stonewall Jackson House before his successes in the Civil War. The historic home covers both Jackson's pre-war life and antebellum Virginia as a whole.
11.9 Miles
67% 366 votes
Caverns & Caves Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
Within Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains is a naturally formed rock shape and related caverns that is called the Natural Bridge Caverns. The natural trail around the landmark explores the stone arch, Cedar Creek, and Lace Falls while there is also an indoor butterfly garden for visitors.
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100% 14 votes
Military Museums 122 South Main Street, Lexington, VA 24450 MoreLess Info
Travelers from around the world have visited the Museum of Military Memorabilia. The charming Lexington museum offers exhibitions dedicated commemorating military branches from all over, including the US and Britain.
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