Can’t get enough of the fall foliage and autumnal activities? Be sure to pay a visit to these scenic small towns in the Shenandoah Valley for more fall vibes.
Winchester
Make a pit stop in Winchester to stroll the pedestrian mall — you’ll find everything from antiques to independent bookstores. Stop into the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley to learn more about the region, then grab a beer at one of the breweries on the Winchester Beer and Cider Trail.
Lexington
Travelers visiting Natural Bridge State Park can explore the charming downtown area of Lexington. There are art galleries, specialty shops, and historic sites like the Jackson House Museum where Stonewall Jackson lived before the Civil War.
Staunton
In town for the Virginia Scenic Railway? That’s not all there is to do in Staunton. The downtown area has plenty of shops to peruse, plus museums like the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and the Frontier Culture Museum. It’s also home to the renowned Maude & the Bear restaurant and inn.
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