Lynchburg Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
independent city in Virginia, United States
About Lynchburg
Lynchburg began in 1757 as a ferry town, fording traffic across the James River. The city is built on centuries of history, boasting strong connections to Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and other early American patriots. Because of the city's use by the Confederacy as a supply and hospital center, it served as a battlefield in theAmerican Civil War. Lynchburg has been designated a portion of Virginia's Rail Heritage Region. Lynchburg's historic districts contain many beautiful homes from the 19th century. Lynchburg's name is derived from its founder, John Lynch, who, at the age of 17, began a ferry service across the James River to facilitate travel to and from New London. He would later be responsible for the bridge which would make his ferry service obsolete. Despite common misconcepti
Top Attractions in Lynchburg
Explore the best things to see and do in Lynchburg:
- ★Bikes Unlimited
- ★Blue Ridge Summer Theatre Festival
- ★Daura Gallery
- ★FunQuest
- ★Historic Sandusky
- ★LaHaye Ice Center
- ★Liberty Flames and Lady Flames
- ★Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
Where to Eat in Lynchburg
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Depot Grille
- 🍴King's Island Restaurant
- 🍴Koto
- 🍴La Carreta Mexican
- 🍴Shoemakers American Grille
- 🍴Texas Inn
Where to Stay in Lynchburg
- 🏨Acorn Hill Lodge
- 🏨Bella Vista Hotel & Suites Lynchburg
- 🏨Craddock Terry Hotel
- 🏨Extended Stay America
- 🏨Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lynchburg Liberty University
- 🏨Hilton Garden Inn
Lynchburg Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: