Taste of the South

Charlottesville, Virginia

WHERE LOCALS LOVE TO EAT

9 Places to Eat and Stay

WITH SNOW-DAPPLED HILLTOPS, a refined culinary scene, and a full measure of holiday cheer, Charlottesville, Virginia, is perfect for an early winter escape. Over the past few years, the city’s restaurant and wine opportunities have broadened widely so now visitors have many options for time-honored favorites and exciting new additions.

Start your trip with a stroll through Charlottesville’s historic Downtown Mall.

This eight-block pedestrian promenade features a diverse collection of shops, restaurants, and theaters. A hot cup of coffee at local favorite will help fortify travelers for a day of exploring. Head east down the Mall for glimpses of two of the area’s theaters: the Violet Crowne, which focuses on independent films, and the Paramount, which started as a 1930s movie palace but was later converted to

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