Roadtrip to Front Royal, Va

Estate and contemporary jewelry and repair.

Wide selection of new and vintage fabrics as well as in-house custom upholstery and drapery services.

Apartment 2 G offers Tapas on Wednesday and Thursday and a five course fixed price menu on Friday and Saturday Reservations are not required, but strongly suggested. J's Gourmet offers gourmet seasonal sandwiches, salads and soups as well as a wine shop. J's Gourmet will also pack a picnic lunch to-go. There menus can be seen online.

Established in 1936 you can enjoy breakfast all day at the Apple House as well as homemade barbecue and apple butter. The Apple House is also the home of Alpenglow Sparkling Cider. Open 7 days a week.

The coffee shop and café's menu includes: iced, frozen & bottled drinks, bagels, danishes, muffins, scones, cinnamon buns, croissants, sandwiches, salads, soup, chili, pound cakes, cookies, brownies and more. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week with indoor and outdoor seating.

An authentic Mexican restaurant with full bar.

One of the oldest restaurants in Front Royal and a traditional greasy spoon.

The best place in town for breakfast at the best price! Breakfast served all day and lunch specials.

Offering amazing southern, Cajun and Caribbean cuisine with vegetarian options. Lunch served daily as well as a dinner menu. Located right beside the movie theater on Main Street.

A 1950s style diner open 7 days a week.

The best burgers in town…maybe the state! Each order as you wait and made fresh with lean, never frozen, ground beef. The frozen custard is mixed and produced fresh hourly with limitless toppings and a daily special flavor. Everything is homemade. Dine-in, carry-out, drive-thru and outdoor seating. Open 7 days a week.

The best of the small town diners. Open Tuesday - Saturday. Closed Sunday & Monday.

Griffin Tavern is a casual, family dining restaurant with three dining rooms and wonderful outdoor seating. Offering home-style cooking, fish-n-chips, Griffin Wings, hamburgers, etc., and of course a children's menu. They offer a full bar with seven beers on tap (Guinness, Boddingtons, New Castle, Harp, Stella, Amstel Lite and Star Hill Pale Ale) and two TV's to catch all of the sporting events or news you'd like. They also carry a variety of affordable wines.

The Flint Hill Public House is located amid the rolling foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge mountains in bucolic Rappahannock County, Virginia. The restaurant occupies a renovated turn of the century (1903) school building and features three indoor dining rooms and an outdoor patio dining area.

Step into the world of the prehistoric past, where visitors can turn back the pages of time to the Mesozoic era, where dinosaurs were the only creatures that roamed the earth.

Come watch the spudmasters at work, watch through the window and sample the chips. The best time to see the action is a.m. to early p.m. There are no full factory tours. Open to the public Monday through Saturday 9 - 5.

Opened in 1957 the Family is Virginia's only "twin" drive-in theater with two screens and double features. Open April thru September; weekends only in the spring and fall; 7 days a week Memorial Day thru Labor Day. The Family Drive-in is the nearest operating Drive-in movie theater in the Washington, D.C. vicinity.

Outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities make the Blue Ridge Parkway one of the most popular units of the National Park System. "America's Favorite Drive" winds its way 469 miles through mountain meadows and past seemingly endless vistas. Split-rail fences, old farmsteads and historic structures complement spectacular views of distant mountains and neighboring valleys.

Come experience the high adventure of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the breathtaking scenery of the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia that can only be found in a hot air balloon. Whether above looking down onto the valley or brushing along the treetops of a ridge, the time spent is one you will never forget. All rides are $175.00 per-person.

See beautiful underground formations like the famous Breakfast Bacon once featured in National Geographic – all in the only Virginia caverns with elevator service! Bonus attraction Main Street of Yesteryear features antique animated holiday window displays.

Join us for a flight in our WW II North American AT-6 "Texan" fighter trainer. On rides 30 minutes or longer, guest pilots will have an opportunity to fly the aircraft under the supervision and guidance of the Fighter Command pilot. Your Fighter Command pilot will also demonstrate a series of aerobatic maneuvers.

Discover Eastern America's largest and most popular caverns. A U.S. Natural Landmark noted for the profuse variety of formations and natural color. From well-lighted, paved walkways explore cathedral sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high filled with towering stone columns and crystal-clear pools. Also, hear the haunting sounds of the world's only Stalacpipe Organ. In addition at Luray Caverns, experience the history of America in an exhibit featuring over 140 items relating to transportation including cars, carriages, coaches and costumes from 1725; along with a one acre ornamental garden creating one of the largest mazes in the Mid-Atlantic states.

Experience Irish-style warmth and charm in their historic hilltop Edwardian mansion, an "Emerald Isle" for travelers that is reminiscent of turn of the century hospitality. Prepare to be pampered by caring innkeepers who have taken every detail into account to make your stay as relaxing, comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Curl up with a good book in a quiet spot, or relax and mingle with fellow guests in the private Irish Pub.

A Delaware Indian word meaning "meeting of the waters", Lackawanna is nestled on two acres of land between the North and South Fork of the Shenandoah River. Built in 1869 by Dorastus Cone who moved to Front Royal soon after the Civil War. This home is a pristine example of Italianate architecture popular during the late 1800s. The rooms are spacious and elegant with eleven-foot ceilings. This stately home incorporates the often referred to Double Parlors in the front, each containing fireplaces and full-length windows facing the south fork.

Tanglewood is one of the premier residences of the Shenandoah Valley. Located on three secluded, landscaped acres on a hillside overlooking historic Front Royal, Virginia the main house is a beautiful, light-filled colonial which invites guests into a huge foyer with an original, two-story stained-glass window. The house features an eclectic art and antique collection in large rooms with high ceilings and heart of pine floors. Its spacious corner bedrooms are furnished with antiques and have luxurious private marble bathrooms with whirlpool tubs. Tanglewood offers the solitude and relaxation of the country, yet is just a pleasant stroll to the downtown shops, restaurants, and movies.

Welcome to Front Royal's best kept secret! Perched on a hill overlooking our village with incredible views, yet close to all of it's charms. The Woodward House Bed and Breakfast is just the spot you've been looking for. The moment you enter its cozy elegance you feel that down home warmth, just like you imagined going home would be, a gentler, quieter time.

To discover the feeling of a true inn of the South of France, come to L'Auberge Provençale in White Post, Virginia. Innkeepers, fourth generation Alain Borel, from Avignon France, and his wife Celeste will transport you to a true Auberge of Provence to enjoy romantic accommodations and our nationally acclaimed French cuisine.

An 1860s farmhouse in the historic village of Washington, Virginia, will welcome you to a relaxing stay in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The restored farmhouse features 4 individually decorated guestrooms, each with its own character (and each with private bath and individually controlled heat and air). Choose the one that best suits you!

A visit to the Oasis Winery will give you the unique opportunity to discover one of the world's leading premium wine producers offering a full line of award-winning wines and sparkling wines. These wines consistently win gold medals in the most prestigious international and national wine competitions and has garned Oasis to be rated Top 10 in the World!

Nestled in the rolling hills of Fauquier County, Virginia, Mediterranean Cellars Winery is only minutes away from Route 66 in Warrenton, Virginia. Come and enjoy our fine quality new world wine varieties while experiencing the "old world" atmosphere and breathtaking views from our brand new winery and tasting room. We are family-owned and operated with over 40 years of wine-making experience.

Gray Ghost, a family owned and operated winery, is putting Virginia on the international wine map by producing internationally acclaimed wines from immaculate vineyards. All grapes are hand-picked and wine is aged in premium oak barrels. Full-bodied reds are unfiltered and lighter-styled wines are fermented at lower temperatures to enhance fruit character. This emphasis on quality resulted in Gray Ghost being named "Best of the East" by Vineyard and Winery Management Magazine three consecutive years!

Pearmund Cellars is located in the beautiful foothills of eastern Fauquier County, VA, conveniently close to Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. The 7500-square-foot geothermal winery and 20-acre vineyard produces Chardonnay, Viognier, Riesling, Late-Harvest Vidal, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Ameritage, and other Virginia wines.

Slip away to the quiet and beautiful countryside of Rappahannock County and become part of Gadino Cellars La Familia for a few hours. Relax with our fine wines, gourmet cheeses and venison sausage in our Italian-inspired tasting room or on our sun splashed deck overlooking the vineyards and Blue Ridge Mountains.

Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountain Foothills, Rappahannock Cellars is a state of the art winery producing 5,000 cases per year. Rappahannock Cellars produces European styled Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Vidal Blanc wines. Future releases will include a Bordeaux styled red Meritage.

Linden Vineyards is a 5,000 case winery and vineyard situated on the Virginia Blue Ridge. Linden Vineyards produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Vidal and Seyval. Our first vintage was 1987 and the first release and opening of the winery was 1988.

Visitors to the winery are treated to some spectacular views. The gentle slopes of the vineyard and the koi filled pond provide a pleasant interlude. During the cold weather months, a warm, inviting fireplace graces the tasting room.

Follow romantic and historic country roads into the Northern Shenandoah Valley to discover an enchanting winery nestled in a beautiful vineyard! North Mountain vineyard and winery welcomes the visitor to the heartwarming experience of award winning Virginia wines: Chardonnay, Chambourcin, Riesling, Vidal Blanc, Claret, Mountain Sunset, and Sweet Caroline's Blush.

Piedmont Vineyards and Winery are part of a pre-Revolutionary estate, “ Waverly.” The manor house, now a Virginia Historic Landmark, was fully restored in 1942, and the property was run as a dairy farm until the winery was established in 1973. Located amid beautiful rolling hills in the heart of Virginia’s horse country, Piedmont Vineyards is unique among Virginia’s wineries in its focus on one variety—Chardonnay.

Farfelu Vineyards is the first winery licensed in Virginia post Prohibition. It was established in 1967 by former naval fighter pilot Chuck Raney. One of the first to plant grapes in Virginia, Chuck devoted years to planting his vineyard and making unique hand-crafted wines.

We are a family owned and operated vineyard and winery, located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains in Hume, Virginia. The setting and surrounding views are second to none. We encourage our visitors to walk the vineyards and try some of our distinctive, hand crafted wines.

Our surroundings include a shady two-tiered deck, overlooking a koi and lilly filled pond, where guests can relax and soak up the ambiance. The surrounding area is dotted with picnic tables and rows of vines; a wonderfully relaxed setting to enjoy a bottle of your favorite Unicorn Wine.

Escape from the city to the quiet elegance of Veramar Vineyard, a 100-acre private estate in the heart of Virginia’s hunt country. Sip award-winning wine while listening to soft jazz, surrounded by the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Join the Leonard Family, at their working Dairy farm to visit the animals, walk through the corn (during maze season) and learn about modern farming techniques. See how they take care of their 300 cows that produce the milk in your fridge. They also offer home grown Pumpkins and Gourds in the fall.

Ashcroft is a family owned and operated Christmas tree farm offering top quality pine, spruce and fir trees at reasonable prices. You choose at your leisure. We will cut, haul and load your tree (or arrange delivery for a modest fee). Fresh evergreen wreaths and white pine roping are made on the farm. Some small potted and balled and burlapped trees are also available.

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Come and enjoy a day in the country at Stribling's Farm Orchard. Relax, bring a picnic, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Come see the historic buildings, visit the many farm animals, and pick some of Virginia's finest fruit. Stop by the "Harvest House" where they have fresh cider, honey, jams, jellies, salsas, hot sauces, crafts, pottery, cookbooks, fresh baked goods and more. Also visit the "Piedmont Artisan Crafts Section " where they have crafts from local artisans.

A working farm owned and operated by the same family for over 100 years and recognized by the state of Virginia as a "Century Farm". Located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Winchester, Virginia. You can visiting the farm in the fall to see a real working farm at harvest time.

Hartland Orchard takes pride in offering you the freshest, juiciest fruit possible. During the fruit season, you can stop by to purchase fruit that has already been picked; or spend a few hours in a beautiful country setting picking your own fruit. Containers and bags will be provided for you upon entering the orchard. Specializing in several varieties of cherries, apples, peaches, and pumpkins. And we offer homemade cider and Hartland honey!

Pick-your-own, fresh-picked apples, peaches, plums, and nectarines.

Fresh-picked apples and pumpkins. Apple varieties include Red Delicious, Ida Reds (September 15-October 1); Golden Delicious (September 15-October 5); Stayman, Yorks (October 5-25). Pumpkins start October 1. Dates may vary depending on the season.

Shenandoah National Park welcomes visitors in all seasons. The scenery, the natural and historic objects, and the wildlife are preserved and protected, providing a variety of experiences throughout the year. Most facilities and services are open spring through fall.

No matter whether you’re a novice hiker or veteran ridgerunner, the Appalachian Trail offers unparalleled opportunities to explore, experience and connect with nature. From the Highlands of Roan in Tennessee to the strenuous trek up Mt. Katahdin in Maine, there’s a hike available for every level of experience.

The Lee Ranger District is the national forest lands closest to Washington, D.C. We are located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, between Front Royal and Harrisonburg, with acreage that extends into West Virginia. Access to the forest is easy from I-81, I-66, VA 55, US 211, and US 340.

The park is 1,604 acres with 5.6 miles of river frontage along the south fork of the Shenandoah River. The rolling, mountainous land features steep slopes and is mostly wooded. In addition to meandering river frontage, the park offers scenic vistas overlooking Massanutten Mountain to the west and Shenandoah National Park to the east.

Enjoy a guided llama hike into the Shenandoah Valley of northern Virginia. Located just 1 ½ hours west of Washington, DC, Twin Creeks Llamas offers half-day hikes into the Blue Ridge Mountains with our llamas carrying a delicious picnic lunch.

A small scale flea market filled with local treasures and fresh produce.

The area's largest flea market, with as many as 300 tables. Offering both indoor and outdoor vendors every Saturday and Sunday. The flea market is open year round and has plenty of free off road parking. NO PETS ALLOWED.