Discover the best of Lynchburg, where history, art, and adventure meet around every corner. From scenic overlooks to hands-on museums, our attractions celebrate the character and creativity that make LYH unforgettable. 

Explore what makes the Hill City shine.

Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest
Just a short ten-minute drive to the west of Lynchburg, Poplar Forest is Thomas Jefferson’s secluded retreat, now a National Historic Landmark. A mature and innovative architectural masterpiece, Jefferson designed […]
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James River Adventures
James River Adventures offers opportunities for exploring and enjoying the scenic James by canoe, kayak, or historic batteau! Anchored at Riveredge Park in Madison Heights, JRA offers river trip options […]
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Natural Bridge State Park
An easy and beautiful forty-five minute drive, Natural Bridge, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, a historic Virginia Landmark and a National Historic Landmark, is located one […]
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Fort Early
On the National Register of Historic Places, Fort Early is an American Civil War earthen fort, constructed as part of the outer defenses of Lynchburg under the command of Lt. […]
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LOVE Sculpture
Through a collaborative funding effort with Virginia Tourism Corporation, Lynchburg Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau, the City of Lynchburg, and donated time and materials by local artist Paul Clements, the […]
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Historic District Walking Tour
By foot or by car, Lynchburg’s seven historic districts are a must-see. These prosperous neighborhoods sprang up in Lynchburg during the 19th Century when tobacco tycoons, doctors, and attorneys made […]
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Amazement Square
Amazement Square is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary, hands-on museum, and Virginia’s first museum to be a Certified Autism Center (CAC) located in historic Downtown Lynchburg, Virginia. The museum offers four floors […]
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Meanwhile Back On The Farm
Meanwhile Back On The Farm is Lynchburg’s premier store for handmade handbags, duffel bags, and backpacks. The bags offered at Meanwhile are made of the finest organic materials and meant […]
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Monument Terrace
The inspiring rise of Monument Terrace commemorates Lynchburg citizens who fought and died in the Civil War, Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam and the present day. […]
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Lynchburg Community Market
Visit the Lynchburg Community Market, the third oldest continuously running farmers market in the country.  Shop for fresh fruits and vegetables and beautiful works of art, or grab some lunch […]
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Get Air Lynchburg – Trampoline Park
Battle Beams, Foam Pits, Basketball Hoops, Trampoline Dodgeball, 10,000 square feet of trampolines, as well as angled trampoline walls, a dodge ball court, and foam pit. If you are looking […]
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Civil War Trails
Lynchburg is home to an impressive twelve sites on the Civil War Trails. Enjoy visiting Lynchburg as you follow these historic markers from downtown to midtown and beyond.  Start your […]
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