Virginia is a top destination for people who love to make the most out of their vacation. Realize a savings along with wonderful experiences when you plan from our list of more than 40 things to do. From free museums to free bike
trails and free history tours and concerts, Virginia is an exciting and affordable travel destination. Jump in with both feet! Virginia's outdoors beckon
couples and families to splurge on fun for free. Virginia's Bicycling Trails – Statewide Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail – Statewide Virginia has some 400 species of birds, 250 species of fish and 150 species of terrestrial and marine animals. Most can be found along the 65 trail loops Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail, the first such in America. From Atlantic seashore to Appalachian mountains, and in urban and rural settings, the trail brings visitors up close and personal with Virginia's abundant wildlife treasures. Crabtree Falls – Nelson County Called "Virginia's Best Kept Secret", Crabtree Falls features a series of five major cascades and a number of smaller ones that fall a total distance of 1,200 feet. The more daring hiker may continue along the 3-mile trail to four other overlooks offering stunning views of the falls and outlooks of the Tye River Valley. Flag Rock Recreation Area – Norton Pony Pasture Rapids – Richmond The breath-taking scenery along the James River is so enticing and the vast array of outdoor activities will be addictive. The area is perfect for swimming, hiking, tubing, snorkeling, fishing, bird watching, biking and canoeing. Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge – Chincoteague Great Dismal Swamp
National Wildlife Refuge – Suffolk Several poets and history writers have viewed this place as either a peaceful paradise or a strangely mysterious setting. With a vast assortment of trails to discover visitors can enjoy bird watching, hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and hunting. Virginia Creeper Trail– Abingdon to Whitetop Station Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge – Woodbridge Virginia Beach and Boardwalk – Virginia Beach America's longest commercial beach is also one of America's favorite. The three-mile concrete boardwalk is full of activity with bicyclists, strollers, roller bladders and people-watchers. During the summer three oceanfront stages offer nightly entertainment. This vibrant attraction features family activities, outdoor recreational facilities, year-round events and a diverse selection of restaurants and shopping opportunities. Powell Valley Overlook – Norton Mount Rogers National Recreation Area – Southwest Virginia Roanoke Star – Roanoke Roanoke is know as the Star City, so what better way to represent than with an illuminated 100-foot star? The Roanoke Star sits atop Mill Mountain, and was built in 1949. It's lit nightly until midnight and features several color combinations, including a patriotic red, white and blue. Natural Tunnel State Park – Duffield Edith J. Carrier Arboretum & Botanical Gardens – Harrisonburg History & HeritageVirginia's rich history includes more than the Civil War. The fight for equality in education was waged in Farmville, air and space is chronicled in Dulles, and Virginia's coal mining heritage is displayed daily in Big Stone Gap. Discover something new in Virginia's diverse history. Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center – Dulles This Smithsonian Air and Space Museum facility includes the space shuttle Discovery, Gemini VII space capsule and Boeing B-29 Enola Gay among its incredible collection of hundreds of air and space craft, missiles and equipment. Simulators and theaters provide breathtaking experiences without leaving the ground. Though there is a fee to park, admission to this magnificent facility is free. Virginia Civil War Trails – Statewide Town of Waterford – Waterford Booker T. Washington National Monument – Franklin County This is the site of famed educator and presidential advisor Booker T. Washington's birth, early life, and emancipation. The park's visitor center contains exhibits on Washington's life and offers an audio-visual program interpreting his career and accomplishments. Hollywood Cemetery – Richmond Virginia State Capitol – Richmond Virginia’s history helped establish the United States government that we know today. The Capitol was designed by Thomas Jefferson and first occupied in 1788 by Virginia's General Assembly, America's oldest English-speaking legislature. The Bill of Rights was ratified here. Guided tours begin at the new underground Visitor Center. Abingdon Historic District– Abingdon Richmond National Battlefield Park – Richmond Robert Russa Moton Museum – Farmville R.R. Moton High School was the site of a walkout by African American students in 1951 to protest the separate but very unequal conditions in which they were forced to study. The resulting legal action became part of the landmark Brown vs. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. Exhibits housed in the school building tell the story of the struggles of a community to overcome historical segregation. Arlington National Cemetery – Arlington Architectural Walking Tours – Statewide National Museum of the Marine Corps – Triangle The heroic story of the United States Marine Corps is told here through interactive displays, videos, realistic environments and priceless artifacts. Retired Marine volunteers are on hand to welcome visitors and provide personal stories of their service. Fort Monroe / Casemate Museum – Hampton Fort Monroe was originally completed in 1834 and has served as an army base since then. During the Civil War escaped slaves flocked to the fort for protection. After the collapse of the Confederacy, Jefferson Davis was confined as a prisoner in a damp cell within the casemate. The Casemate Museum tells the story of the fort and its historic occupants within the arched masonry now more than 150 years old. Lexington’s Historic Campuses and Museums – Lexington Harry W. Meador Coal Museum – Big Stone Gap Inspiring DrivesAll of Virginia is a scenic drive — treasure our mountains, the Great Valley, and our coastal region, too. Virginia’s
Parkways – Statewide Of Virginia’s legendary scenic parkways, the Blue Ridge Parkway is the longest and best-known and offers hiking, picnicking and scenic overlooks. Historic Mabry Mill is one of America’s most photographed roadside attractions. The 23-mile Colonial Parkway connects Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown while the George Washington Memorial Parkway follows the Southern bank of the Potomac River in the Metro DC area. Each is a National Scenic Byway and an important greenway. Burke’s Garden – Tazewell County Sometimes called "God’s Thumbprint," this mountain-ringed bowl is ten miles in diameter and contains some of the Commonwealth’s most lush vegetation. Millions of flowers bloom in the spring and in the fall it is a heaven of colors. Take in the ArtsGalleries featuring works from a range of centuries, as well as performing arts touchstones can be found across Virginia. If you appreciate the arts, you'll find something easy on the eye in Virginia. Ears, too, for that matter! Torpedo Factory Art Center – Alexandria Art in progress. That's what you'll find at this world-renowned art center just outside Washington D.C. Housed in a former torpedo factory, the art center is home to 82 studios and six galleries. The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia – Charlottesville Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection and Study Center – Charlottesville Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History – Danville Taubman Museum of Art – Roanoke The Taubman Museum of Art is part of the lively metro mountain mix of arts, culture and outdoor fun in the heart of downtown Roanoke. The Museum offers 11 galleries as part of the Fralin Center for American Art and presents 15-20 exhibitions per year. Featured artists have ranged from Kehinde Wiley to John James Audubon and from Yoko Ono to Norman Rockwell. Rex Theater – Galax Mt. Pony Theater – Culpeper The Prizery –
South Boston Something Completely DifferentTake a walk off the beaten path to appreciate lesser-known fun spots like a potato chip factory, a mysterious formation, a mountain of fun on compacted trash and star-gazing! McCormick Observatory – Charlottesville Foamhenge – Centerville Luray Singing Tower – Luray Rt. 11 Potato Chip Factory – Mt. Jackson Mt. Trashmore Park – Virginia Beach Are museums free in Holland?Various museums and art spaces don't charge visitors a penny to enter, and there are fantastic free outdoor exhibitions, hidden sculpture gardens and incredible public artworks to be discovered all over the city.
Are any museums free in Amsterdam?Museums. Some museums in Amsterdam have sections that you can visit for free! Just minutes from the Begijnhof, the Schuttersgalerij (Civic Guards Gallery) is now officially part of the Amsterdam Museum but is still free for all visitors.
Are museums free in Rotterdam?Although it costs at least 60 euros to get (renewable each year), you get free entry to almost every museum in Rotterdam. The Trompenburg Tuinen & Arboretum, Euromast, Boijmans van Beuningen, Kunsthal, Fotomuseum, Wereldmuseum, and the Maritime Museum are just a few of the places you'll gain free entry to.
Is Holland worth visiting?Yes! The Netherlands is known for its beauty, culture and history. Amsterdam, the nation's capital, is one of the most international cities in Europe with a population that reflects more than 170 different nationalities.
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