100 Things to Do in Charlottesville Before You Die

For a small Southern-ish town, Charlottesville, Virginia, sure packs a lot into its geographic footprint. A destination for history buffs, the town is central to the homes of three United States Presidents: Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe. An academic (and college sports fan) attraction, the University of Virginia, designed, built, and founded by Jefferson, is a large presence. Bordered by the Blue Ridge Mountains and just two hours southeast of Washington, D.C., this city is a cultural powerhouse with deep roots. Let 100 Things to Do in Charlottesville Before You Die be your guide to all the delightful activities off the tourists' track, and a roadmap to the true flavor and feeling of today's Charlottesville. Whether you re people watching on the downtown pedestrian mall or hanging out on The Corner at UVa, we've got the comprehensive list of Charlottesville to-dos, from now till death.