Children's Health Museum First floor of the Primary Care Center, Charlottesville, VA 22908, Located at University of Virginia Medical Center, 434-924-1593, Children of all ages will enjoy this museum which was designed to teach children about their bodies, health care, and healthy choices in a way that promotes good health and alleviates fears of doctors, hospitals, and medical procedures. more...

Planet Fun 3005 Berkmar Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-975-4386, A mini amusement park which is complete with bumper boats, a soft play area for the little ones, a miniature golf course, baseball and softball batting cages, a Lightning Speedway Go-Kart Track, and an interactive video game arcade and redemption center. 

Virginia Discovery Museum 524 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-1025, A hands-on children's museum where families are encouraged to explore together through the exhibits on the arts, sciences, humanities, history, and nature. Visitors of all ages are free to touch, play, and explore while at this museum. more... 

Ash Lawn-Highland 1000 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-293-9539, Visitors to the 535-acre estate of the fifth president of the United States, James Monroe, can see the president's original possessions in the beautifully restored home as well as visit the service yard rooms and explore the boxwood gardens. Slave quarters were reconstructed on site alongside the original smokehouse and plantation office.

Monticello, The Home of Thomas Jefferson 931 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902, Located on the Thomas Jefferson Parkway, 434-984-9822, Thomas Jefferson's architectural masterpiece and beloved mountaintop home, this historic property offers daily tours including his intimate private suite of rooms, the sensations of his gardens, orchards, and vineyards, and the stories of slaves who worked and lived on the plantation. more... 

Confederate Monument (circa 1893) University Of Virginia Cemetery, Charlottesville, VA 22901, Located at Alderman & McCormick Roads, 434-977-1783, This monument is in memory of approximately 1,100 Confederate soldiers buried at the University of Virginia. An eight foot bronze statue of a young Confederate solider stands atop this twelve foot high gray granite monument and four encircling bronze tablets carry the names of the soldiers buried at the cemetery. Seventeen blank spaces on the tablets represent unknown soldiers.

Edgar Allan Poe's Room Located at University of Virginia, West Range #13, 434-977-1783, Step back in time to when Edgar Allan Poe was a student at the University of Virginia and see the author and poet's room which has been restored to its 1826 time period. A recording about his life is also available when visiting this site.

Maplewood Cemetery (circa 1777) 400 Block Lexington Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-1783, The oldest public cemetery in Charlottesville, this historic landmark provides a glimpse of the lives of past citizens including the graves of at least three Confederate Generals, as well as other local citizens who distinguished themselves in the Civil War.

Oakwood Cemetery (circa 1883) Located at Elliot Avenue & First Street Southeast, 434-293-6789, Many prominent and historic citizens are buried at this cemetery which is the second oldest public cemetery in Charlottesville. A small section, located just north of Oak Street, is the site of the former Daughters of Zion Cemetery, and the Hebrew Cemetery, where Jewish residents of Charlottesville were buried, is located along First Street Southeast.

Dell Gallery, The 31 Bonnie Castle Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22904, 434-924-6123, This gallery presents works by UVA faculty, students, guests, and residential artists with rotating exhibits displayed throughout the year.

Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVA 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911, Located off campus, 434-244-0234, Housing a collection of over 1,800 objects and paintings created by Aboriginal artists from different regions of Australia, the galleries feature thematic exhibitions of art that is rotated out of the permanent collection for display.. 

Mcguffey Art Center 210 NE Second Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-295-7973, Founded in 1975, this co-operative, nonprofit art center is home to approximately forty resident artists who offers various forms of art displays including photography, sculptures, paintings, woodworking, stained and leaded glass, calligraphy, weaving, jewelry, glass blowing, and pottery.

Second Street Gallery 115 Second Street Southeast, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-7284, Central Virginia's first state run alternative art space, this gallery is one of the longest surviving nonprofit organizations in the country focused solely on the art and ideas of our time. The gallery was founded in 1973 and houses the best of national and regional contemporary art with exhibitions changing monthly. 

University of Virginia Art Museum Located at University of Virginia, 434-924-3592, From the polished marble of a Rodin sculpture to the bold pattern of a Native American textile, this museum presents works whose beauty and artistry, colors and media will refresh your spirit, move your emotions, and fill you with wonder. more...

Azalea Park Located off Old Lynchburg Road, 434-970-3589, This lovely 23 acre park consists of recreational facilities such as a Junior League softball field, a concession stand, basketball courts, swing sets, over two acres of beautiful gardens, and a children's playground.

Belmont Park Located between Stonehenge Avenue & Rialto Street, 434-970-3589, One of the finest neighborhood parks in Charlottesville, this beautiful park contains a full basketball court, benches, large shady oak trees, a children's playground, and a courtyard with shelter for outdoor concerts.

Darden Towe Memorial Park Located on Elk Ridge Drive, 434-296-5844, There are many features of this lovely 110 acre park including four tennis courts; three softball fields; four multipurpose fields used for soccer, lacrosse, and football; running trails; a children's playground; and a picnic shelter with open grills.

Dorrier Park Located on Page Street, 434-296-5844, Visitors of this small, but lovely two acre park can enjoy two tennis courts, a walking path, a soccer field, a softball field, a children's playground, and a picnic shelter which has a seating capacity of 50 people.

Forest Hills Park Located on Forest Hills Avenue, 434-970-3589, Filled with lofty oak trees and magnificent views of Carter's Mountain, this seven acre park contains a Little League baseball field and concession stand, a number of picnic facilities and outdoor grills, a large children's playground, a horseshoe pit, two full basketball courts, and two wading pools.

Ivy Creek Natural Area Located on Route 743, Earlysville Road, 434-296-5844, Complete with natural beauty, diverse wildlife habitat, and watershed protection, this 215 acre preserve features a mix of pine and hardwood forests, old fields, streams, natural springs, two miles of shoreline, and six miles of walking trails. more...

Meade Park Located at Meade Avenue & Chesapeake Street, 434-970-3589, Best known for the Onesty Swimming Pool which beautifully overlooks a stream dotted with weeping willows, this five plus acre park also contains a large lighted outdoor pool, a wading pool, showers, locker facilities, a children's playground, a basketball court, a softball field, and a picnic shelter.

Pen Park Located on Pen Park Road, 434-970-3589, Often referred to as the "gem" of the City park system, Pen Park is the largest park in Charlottesville and contains eight tennis courts, a Little League baseball field, batting cages, a volleyball court, three outdoor picnic shelters, and a children's playground. The 18 hole Meadowcreek Golf Course winds through this natural setting toward the Rivanna River and back.

Ragged Mountain Natural Area Located on Reservoir Road, 434-970-3589, Surrounding the Ragged Mountain Reservoir, this 980 acre preserve features approximately seven miles of trails skirting the lower and upper reservoirs through majestic forest along rugged terrain. Small boats, canoes, and kayaks are the most commonly used at this preserve. more...

Tonsler Park Located at Ridge Street & Cherry Avenue, 434-970-3589, One of the busiest parks in Charlottesville, this seven plus acre park was named in honor of Benjamin Tonsler, a local African American educator during segregation. It contains tennis courts, a life-size chess board, a recreation center, lighted basketball courts, softball and soccer fields, and an extensive children's playground.

Arcady Vineyard Wine Tours 1376 Sutlers Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902, Located Near Jefferson Vineyards and Clifton Inn, 434-872-9475, Provide tours for guests of local wineries including pickup from hotel, transportation, gourmet lunch or appetizer tray. All tour costs included in one price. 

Bateau River Explorations 1795 Avon Street Extended, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-973-8642, Experience the challenge of Virginia upland river navigation on the Bateau, an authentic 50's and 60's style replica of a Colonial period craft designed for hauling tobacco hogsheads and other cargo to market. 

Bear Balloon Corporation 231 Turkey Ridge Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-971-1757, Weather permitting, this balloon company flies everyday at sunrise and guests can enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the flight in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Evening flights are also available. The flights average an hour long and all flights are followed by a champagne celebration. 

Charlottesville Historic District Located in Downtown Charlottesville, 434-977-1783, The town's first taverns, shops, and small businesses evolved around Court Square, an area frequented by Presidents Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe. The Albemarle County Historical Society offers walking tours by appointment for groups of six or more of this historic downtown area.

Oakencroft Vineyard and Winery 1486 Oakencroft Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-296-4188, Producing award-winning wines for over 20 years, this vineyard is the oldest in Albemarle County and they also offer private label wines, rental facilities for corporate or private events, and wine related gift items for sale in their antique filled tasting room.  

Barboursville Vineyards 17655 Winery Road; P.O. Box 136, Charlottesville, VA 22923, Located 14 Miles Northeast in Barboursville, 540-832-3824, Barboursville's estate winery and vineyards are located on 830 acres of rolling hills near the Blue Ridge Mountains. Currently the vineyard, made of European (vitis vinifera) vines, comprises 125 of these acres. They produce such wines as Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Riesling, and several reserves. Wine tastings and tours of the historic ruins of Governor Barbour's mansion are available and Barboursville Vineyards is host to many events per year. Palladio Restaurant, serving Northern Italian cuisine, is on the property. more...

First Colony Winery 1650 Harris Creek Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-979-7105, Specializing in exceptional, world-class wines in the classic European style, this exquisite winery produces award-winning Chardonnay, Vidal Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. An inviting, 5,000 square foot tasting room is also on site, as well as a gift shop and picnic facilities. 

Jefferson Vineyards 1353 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-3042, Situated on vineyard sites chosen and planted by Mr. Jefferson in 1774, this vineyard currently produces nationally recognized, award-winning wines from European varietals and the vineyard manages 50 acres of total production in Albemarle County. 

Kluge Estate Winery & Vineyard 100 Grand Cru Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-3895, Overlooking Monticello and Thomas Jefferson's first vineyards, this vineyard is one of the East Coast's most prestigious wineries and it contains 50 acres of award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Chardonnay.