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Things to see in Lynchburg, Virginia (United States): 15 places and when to go
Lynchburg, Virginia is a city in United States with around 104,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 15 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Food and drink (3), Temples (2). The best known are Centerview, Diamond Hill Historic District and Thomas Road Baptist Church. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 26. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 37.4136, -79.1425
- Population
- About 104,000
- Places
- 15 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Food and drink (3) · Temples (2) · Museums and art (2) · With kids (2) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 564 km as the crow flies
What to see in Lynchburg, Virginia
The places in and around Lynchburg, Virginia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- CenterviewBuilding in Virginia, United States1.8 km
- Diamond Hill Historic DistrictLynchburg, Virginia, United States586 m
- Thomas Road Baptist ChurchMegachurch in Virginia, United States of America6.5 km
- Anne Spencer HouseHistoric house museum in Lynchburg, Virginia, USA1.4 km
- J. W. Wood BuildingLynchburg, Virginia, NRHP-listed338 m
- Lynchburg CourthouseIs a historic courthouse building located at Lynchburg, Virginia164 m
- Samuel Miller HouseHistoric house in Virginia, United States8.2 km
- South River Friends MeetinghouseChurch building in Virginia, United States of America6.3 km
- Apocalypse Ale WorksBrewery14 km
- Burnbrae VineyardsWinery12 km
- Craddock Terry HotelHistory505 m
- Hill City AquaZooWith kids · Wildlife6.3 km
- Liberty University Astronomical ObservatoryObservatory9.5 km
- Putt-Putt Fun CenterWith kids11 km
- Reserve Tasting Room & LoungeWinery310 m
When to go to Lynchburg, Virginia
The best time to visit Lynchburg, Virginia is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:41
- FebPossible10:37
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:58
- MayBest time14:01
- JunBest time14:34
- JulBest time14:20
- AugBest time13:26
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:01
- NovPossible9:57
- DecPossible9:26
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 26. In March, 14 of the 15 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Lynchburg, Virginia
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 564 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Rockbridge Baths6 places56 km
- Afton21 places70 km
- Roanoke, Virginia11 places72 km
- Staunton8 places82 km
- Scottsburg6 places89 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lynchburg, Virginia?
The best known: Centerview, Diamond Hill Historic District, Thomas Road Baptist Church, Anne Spencer House, J. W. Wood Building. In all, 15 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lynchburg, Virginia?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 26.
How do you get to Lynchburg, Virginia?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 564 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lynchburg, Virginia as the destination and these 15 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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