Welcome to Lynchburg

Discover Lynchburg
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Think of Lynchburg, Virginia as an old, stuffy city with nothing to do? Think again…it’s not your grandmother’s Lynchburg anymore! Creative vision has brought Lynchburg to life with electrifying recreation for the adrenalin junkie, art galleries and theaters for the arts and culture lover, unique eateries to satisfy the foodie, fascinating attractions, unparalleled natural beauty, fun sites for the younger generation and ‘fresh and funky’ shopping venues for all.  And, with the abundance of day-trip destinations at your fingertips, you’d be hard pressed to find a more exciting location for your educational experience or extracurricular enjoyment! Simply put, Lynchburg, VA is a great place to be.

In Lynchburg you will find opportunity for true adventure. Start early in the morning and kayak or raft the James River, bike advanced mountain trails, enjoy a hot air balloon ride, soar in a flying trike, rock climb indoors, then ski or snowboard a challenging hillside… all on the same summer’s day. That’s right, snowboarding or skiing in the summer at Snowflex; the only year-round outdoor, artificial snow sports slope in the nation… it’s all right here in Lynchburg, Virginia!

Location is one of Lynchburg’s greatest assets. Within a 30 minute radius you can experience renowned sites like the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, the National D-Day Memorial, the Blue Ridge Mountains, Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, Natural Bridge, Patrick Henry’s Red Hill Estate, Smith Mountain Lake and more. The Lynchburg area offers something for everyone.

As for accessibility check out the Lynchburg Regional Airport and Amtrak which now offers two trains to Lynchburg…what a perfect chance for total relaxation from start to finish. Unwind and leave the stress of driving behind as you take in some of the most memorable scenery Virginia has to offer. Once in Lynchburg popular chain lodging, a boutique hotel or a home-style Bed and Breakfast awaits to meet your every need. Enjoy a morning of quality fishing or canoeing then set out for an afternoon excursion exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway (America’s most popular scenic drive). Countless shops offer a leisurely time of strolling before sitting down to an unforgettable dinner on the waterfront in the revitalized, bustling downtown….from fire roasted pizza to upscale International cuisine, you’ll find it all.

Students: ‘DiscoverLynchburg’ is here to help make your stay in Lynchburg as memorable as possible. We offer many services such as the Visitor Information Center, open seven days a week to answer your questions, give directions, offer suggested itineraries for your weekend outings, videos, brochures, maps and more!

Parents: ‘DiscoverLynchburg’ can assist you and your family members as you plan your visits to Lynchburg. Please request a copy of the Lynchburg Visitor Guide for a complete look at Lynchburg and the region, and make our web site a mainstay of your computer resources. You will find the Visitor Guide in ‘flip-page’ technology on the website as well…now you’ll be well informed on where to go and what to do on your next visit!

For more great resources, check out the posts and calendars on the DiscoverLynchburg pages of Facebook and Twitter and keep up with coming events in and around the ‘Hill City’. The DiscoverLynchburg YouTube channel offers wonderful videos in multiple languages to help make your stay in Lynchburg the best it can be.

We trust you will have a wonderful experience at LU and enjoy all Lynchburg and the region has to offer. Now go……‘discover Lynchburg’!