Shenandoah Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Shenandoah National Park featuring autumn leaves, a sunset and forests
Shenandoah Valley
Shenandoah National Park featuring mountains and a sunset as well as a small group of people
Natural Bridge Virginia showing a garden and a bridge
Rose River Falls which includes a waterfall as well as an individual child

Where to stay in Shenandoah Valley

Roanoke showing interior views

Downtown Roanoke

If you're spending some time in Downtown Roanoke, Center in the Square and Taubman Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Roanoke
Charlottesville showing landscape views, farmland and tranquil scenes

North Downtown

While visiting North Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Court Square and Paramount Theater.

North Downtown
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Belmont

While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Ting Pavilion and Downtown Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Belmont
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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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UVA

If you're spending some time in UVA, Scott Stadium and John Paul Jones Arena are top sights worth seeing.

UVA
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Ridge St.

While visiting Ridge St., you might make a stop by sights like Ix Art Park and Play On! Theater.

Ridge St.
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Harrisonburg

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Harrisonburg

2.5 out of 5
1619 Spring Port Drive, Harrisonburg, VA
The price is AU$122 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$122
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Harrisonburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions A Dream Come True Playground and Edith J. Carrier ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (680 reviews)
"Check in was smooth. Only thing I didn't like was that they reuse key card holders and so much that the girl was taping ours back together so it would hold our keys. Not very germ conscious. Our room was fairly clean. Only two sets of towels for theee people so we had to ask for more. Rhis is an ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Harrisonburg
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA

3 out of 5
7860 Plantation Rd, Roanoke, VA
The price is AU$173 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$173
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,855 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Skyland

Skyland

2 out of 5
Skyline Dr Mile 41.7 & 42.5, Luray, VA
The price is AU$263 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$263
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Luray. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"A wonderful way to visit Shenandoah national Park and we enjoyed dinner outside the evening we arrived."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Skyland
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Postcard Cabins Shenandoah

Postcard Cabins Shenandoah

2 out of 5
2010 Madison Rd, Stanardsville, VA
Stay at this cabin in Stanardsville. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Green Hills Golf Course and Greene County Library are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"Very relaxing and cute like we were the only onrs there. Will definitely be going back"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Postcard Cabins Shenandoah
Postcard Cabins Shenandoah North

Postcard Cabins Shenandoah North

2 out of 5
655 Alum Springs Rd, Basye, VA
Stay at this cabin in Basye. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attraction Bryce Ski Resort is located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Everything was perfect!
"Everything was perfect! Clean, quiet, and with all small details like marshmallows for kids and coffee for adults.. We will definitely book it again! THANK YOU!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Postcard Cabins Shenandoah North
The West End Flats

The West End Flats

4.5 out of 5
515 8th St SW, Roanoke, VA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shaftman Performance Hall and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
West End Flats = Quality
"We were very pleased with how nice and clean everything was. Even the hallways smelled fresh and clean. We could not hear people in the units beside or above us which made for restful nights. The units were nicely furnished with a complete kitchen and shower tub. Being pet friendly, we were able ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

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Popular places to visit

Shenandoah National Park featuring forests and a river or creek as well as a couple

Shenandoah National Park

Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park.

Shenandoah National Park
James Madison University

James Madison University

Explore the campus of James Madison University, a top university in Harrisonburg. Attend a football match in the area or seek out the hiking trails.

James Madison University
Luray Caverns

Luray Caverns

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Luray Caverns, a well-known green space in Luray. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Luray Caverns
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
Monticello featuring heritage architecture and a memorial

Monticello

You may recognise this elegant plantation estate, the historic home of Thomas Jefferson, from its depiction on the back of some U.S. nickels.

Monticello
Wintergreen Resort

Wintergreen Resort

Hit the slopes in Nellysford with a visit to Wintergreen Resort. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Wintergreen Resort

Activities

Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle

Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle

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Shenandoah National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Shenandoah National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

AU$26
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Shenandoah National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Old Rag Mountain

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AU$24
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