Visit Staunton, VA
We're frequently asked about places to eat, sleep, and explore in our beautiful historic town. Here are our recommendations:
The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library—President Wilson's birthplace is here. We've enjoyed visiting the house because it was built at the same time as ours and is in its original state. I wouldn't want to give up my modern conveniences, so the visit is close enough.
The American Shakespeare Center - there's nothing like seeing Shakespeare performed in this beautiful replica of the Blackfriars Playhouse; it's a great experience.
The American Frontier Culture Museum—Here, you'll see actual farms that have been dismantled, moved, and reassembled. The staff dresses in authentic clothing and performs daily tasks to give you a taste of early farm life. The kids love it, and I love it when Jim takes them.
More up my alley...
Design at Nine...OMGoodness, fabulous shoes and clothes.
We have lots of fun shops to browse during a leisurely stroll through downtown. I shop for fun stocking stuffers throughout the year.
Places to Eat in Staunton
Eating...you need to refuel after puppies and shopping......
Chicano Boy Tacos - hands down the best tacos, burritos, and salads ... OMGosh it's FAB! Dog friendly too!
Cranberries - great organic healthy food
The Depot Grille and The Byers Street Bistro both have delicious salads, sandwiches, and hamburgers (among other things). They're very family friendly too.
Pampered Palate is a cute little sandwich, wrap, and quiche spot in the middle of town, close to the cute shops.
For those spending an evening in Staunton, here are our three top dining choices:
Pizza Luca Brick oven pizza
Mill Street Grill - They’re known for their tasty ribs.
Zynodoa - also great
If you've shopped and eaten, it's time to sleep....
Stonewall Jackson Hotel and Hampton Inn have received beautiful reviews from families visiting Old Mill Doodles.
Staunton has lots of other lodging choices. Hotels and B&Bs are plentiful; however, I don't have reviews to offer.