Harrisonburg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Harrisonburg which includes a city and heritage elements
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Harrisonburg which includes street scenes and a park
Harrisonburg

Enjoy the serenity of the surrounding farms and parks and admire the historic buildings in this friendly and artistic town.

Harrisonburg is a fascinating town with a rich history and creative culture in its revitalized downtown district. Stop to see its many art galleries and museums and explore its Newtown zone to learn stories of the former slaves who moved here. Piece together the history of the town through its intriguing relics and structures.

Walk through the downtown area and notice various art studios and galleries that have thrived with the district’s renovation. Get a glimpse into the region’s creativity with a trip to the Virginia Quilt Museum in the 19th-century Warren-Sipe House. The museum hosts temporary exhibits about vintage and modern quilts.

Just across the street is the Explore More Discovery Museum, with a focus on the future. Bring your kids to learn about everything from science to theatre from the interactive exhibits.

The region is also known for its family-fun activities. The Massanutten Water Park has an exciting indoor pool with myriad slides, streams and climbing frames. Just north of the water park are the Mountain Greens Golf Course and the Massanutten Ski Resort. Enjoy the snowy winters as you glide down the slopes. Snap photos of the snow-capped Blue Ridge Mountains.

Visit the picturesque countryside in the hot and humid summer. Try the apples and taste the cider at Showalter’s Orchard & Greenhouse. For a change of scenery, delve into the underground caves of the Grand Caverns, where you’ll find fascinating stalactites, stalagmites and flowstone.

The town was named after one of its earliest settlers, Thomas Harrison, who made his home here in the 1730s. Harrisonburg is in the Shenandoah Valley region in the northwestern part of Virginia. Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport and drive west for about 120 miles (190 kilometres) to get here in roughly 2 hours. Visit nearby landmarks, such as the Shenandoah National ParkOpens in a new window and the George Washington and Jefferson national forests.

Visit Harrisonburg for family-fun activities, hands-on museums and an artistic vibe.

Clarion Pointe Harrisonburg

Clarion Pointe Harrisonburg

2.5 out of 5
1440 E Market St, Harrisonburg, VA
The price is AU$147 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$147
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Harrisonburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,167 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Clarion Pointe Harrisonburg
Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr

Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr

3.5 out of 5
710 S. Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA
The price is AU$274 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$274
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Harrisonburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"Great place for an overnight close to Skyline drive"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr
Quality Inn Harrisonburg I-81

Quality Inn Harrisonburg I-81

2.5 out of 5
1881 Evelyn Byrd Avenue, Harrisonburg, VA
The price is AU$137 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$137
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisonburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,144 reviews)
"Wendy at the front desk was so friendly! I enjoyed chatting with her. The room was basic, and very clean-nothing fancy."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Quality Inn Harrisonburg I-81
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Washhouse

The Washhouse

Harrisonburg
Stay at this vacation home in Harrisonburg. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Artisans Courtyard and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"We had everything we needed in a super clean home away from home. Our hosts were super responsive and very pleasant. We plan to return."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

The Washhouse
Quiet Home in Harrisonburg with Spectacular Shenandoah Valley Views.

Quiet Home in Harrisonburg with Spectacular Shenandoah Valley Views.

Harrisonburg
Stay at this vacation home in Harrisonburg. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies or patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Back Home on the Farm ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
"Beautiful, well-maintained, clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Quiet Home in Harrisonburg with Spectacular Shenandoah Valley Views.
Rock Ridge View--1 bed apartment with fabulous view in Harrisonburg

Rock Ridge View--1 bed apartment with fabulous view in Harrisonburg

Harrisonburg
Stay at this apartment in Harrisonburg. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Back Home on the Farm and Frank Kemper House ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"The Rocky Ridge View stay was great. The apartment was family friendly. The host was prompt to reply. The view was amazing. Go out at night. Check out the sunset. That alone is worth the visit. When it's time to visit again, this will be the first place we check for availability"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Rock Ridge View--1 bed apartment with fabulous view in Harrisonburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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