Amherst Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Amherst

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.
OK
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Natural Bridge Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The renovations were great, large room, and it was nice to have on site eating/bar
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg
Everything was good
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Love Ridge Mountain Lodging
Very quiet and peaceful stay.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 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
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.
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.
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.
Mary Helen Cochran Library
Mary Helen Cochran Library is just one of the places to see in Amherst, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's live music and shops.
- Winton Country Club
- Rebec Vineyards
- Amherst County Museum and Historical Society
- 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
- Crabtree Falls
- Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
- Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
- Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
- VMI Museum
- Stoney Creek Golf Course
- Holliday Lake State Park
