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Blue Ridge Music Center
Are you seeking a family-friendly, fun, entertaining attraction jam-packed with music, history, hiking trails, and concerts? Then look no further than the Blue Ridge Music Center off mile marker 213 and in Galax. This celebrated venue, which includes a museum…
The Crooked Road
Did you know that when you booked your Blue Ridge Parkway vacation rental, you'd be in the heart of Appalachian music culture, known as The Crooked Road? This 333-mile-long stretch weaves through Southwest Virginia, tracing the footsteps of legendary musicians.…
Primland Resort and Spa
While the Blue Ridge Parkway is a bastion of natural wonders, country cooking, and a simpler lifestyle, luxury is close at hand at the Primland Resort and Spa. This 12,000-acre estate, designed by Didier Prima, is a premier destination for…
Old Cranks Motorcar Museum
While its name might conjure images of grumpy old men, Old Cranks Motorcar Museum in Galax pays homage to the automobile. This unique museum was founded by passionate car enthusiasts who wanted to host an array of vintage cars from…
Nancy's Candy Company
A trip to Virginia's scenic Meadows of Dan area would be incomplete without a visit to the iconic Nancy's Candy Company. Nancy whipped up her stellar fudge back in her kitchen in 1987, and with the help of neighbors and…
Mabry Mill
One of the most sought-after, photographed, and picturesque destinations on the Blue Ridge Parkway is at milepost 176: The Mabry Mill. This iconic building exemplifies Appalachian life and the industrious people of a bygone era. Built by Edwin Mabry and…
Rocky Knob Recreation Area
The Rocky Knob Recreation Area offers camping, hiking, and a picnic area with stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Established in 1936, the 4,000-acre recreation area is tied to the New Deal era, when they were developed as…
Jackson Ferry Shot Tower
One of the wonderful aspects of vacationing near the Blue Ridge Parkway is the fascinating stories of history and buildings that mark the land. One such attraction is the Jackson Ferry Shot Tower, which reflects 19th-century engineering and craftsmanship. Constructed…
New River Trail State Park
If you are a history, nature, or outdoors person, include the New River Trail State Park on your vacation itinerary. This 1,216-acre park is rich with scenic beauty and historical significance that draw visitors year-round. Established by the Commonwealth of…
New River Trips LLC
Your Virginia vacation to the Blue Ridge Parkway is near North America’s oldest waterways, the New River. Aside from floating and kayaking, it’s home to fantastic fishing, and New River Trips LLC is leading the charge in this area. Richie…
New River Outdoor Adventures
The New River is the oldest river system in North America and the second oldest in the world, after the Nile River. Now, you can float, swim, splash, and fish these amazing waters on your Virginia vacation with New River…
Thee Draper Village
Add Thee Draper Village to your vacation itinerary for authentic Virginia High Country rich with nostalgia, historical buildings, and a picturesque setting, This renovated 1800s village has maintained much of its original charm, attracting history buffs, vacationers, and the curious. …
Rex Theater
With its vintage neon marquee sign glowing green, red, and white, the Rex Theater in Galax is a historic venue featuring live music. The iconic theater opened in 1940, attracting movie lovers from far and wide in the Twin County…
Floyd Country Store
Don't let its name fool you into thinking this is another "tourist trap" along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Floyd Country Store is the Real McCoy regarding history, Appalachian music, food, and wares. Although no one is certain when it…
Villa Appalaccia Winery
How would you like to visit a Tuscan villa and vineyard without a passport or even leaving the country? Such an experience awaits at Villa Appalaccia Winery in Floyd, Virginia. The vineyard opened in 1989 and, in 2018, was sold…
5 Mile Mountain Distillery
Floyd, Virginia, was a moonshiner's paradise during Prohibition. While those days are gone, 5 Mile Mountain Distillery offers tours and tastings without the fear of lawmen since it's the first legal distillery in Floyd! The distillery was named after the…
Floyd Farmers Market
When compiling your vacation itinerary, add the Floyd Farmers Market to your list to mingle with artists, farmers, and local businesses showcasing their goods. The market is open Thursdays from May through November from 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays…
Olde Mill Golf Resort
Olde Mill Golf Resort opened in 1972 and has recently been renovated, making it one of the premiere destinations in the Southeast. Ellis Maples was the architect of Olde Mill Golf Resort, and his son and grandson continued the family…
Devil's Den Nature Preserve
Hiking trails, rock outcrops, caves, scenic overlooks, bats and birds, and a picnic area await you at the Devil's Den Nature Preserve. This remarkable reserve, established in 1916, is tucked away in Fancy Gap along the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway.…
Spinning Jenny Vineyard
Perched on the slopes of sun-soaked Draper Mountain is a quaint vineyard offering tastings and breathtaking views. Spinning Jenny Vineyard is the brainchild of retirees Jennifer (the Jenny!) and Curtis Brown, who received their Virginia Farm Winery license in 2018…