Amherst Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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WoodSpring Suites Lynchburg VA
Very nice
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg
All good
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.
All very ok; safe
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Autumn Ridge Cottages
Ridge View cottage is very nice. Situated at the top of a hill, views are great and wildlife is everywhere!
Reviewed on 18 May 2025
Love Ridge Mountain Lodging
We loved Love Ridge Mountain Lodge, we stayed at the Kennedy Ridge! It was clean and well kept! Communication was great with the owners and everything is available in the home! Very peaceful and relaxing! We even met Chester! The property cat, she is loving and hung out with us for a bit! Awesome ...
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025
Popular places to visit
Sweet Briar College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Sweet Briar College during your trip to Amherst. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Winton Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Amherst at Winton Country Club. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.
Sweet Briar Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sweet Briar Museum during your travels in Amherst. Discover the area's live music and shops.
Amherst County Museum and Historical Society
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Amherst County Museum and Historical Society during your trip to Amherst. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's entertainment choices.
Rebec Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rebec Vineyards during your travels to Amherst. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.
Lower Sweetbriar Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lower Sweetbriar Lake during your travels in Amherst. Discover the area's live music and shops.
- Winton Country Club
- Amherst County Museum and Historical Society
- Rebec Vineyards
- Virginia Military Institute
- Washington and Lee University
- George Washington National Forest
- Virginia Horse Center
- Bold Rock Hard Cider Nellysford Cidery
- Jefferson National Forest
- Southern Virginia University
- Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
- Crabtree Falls
- Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
- Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
- Lynchburg City Stadium
- VMI Museum
- Natural Bridge Zoo
