Table of Contents 2 FIND WHAT YOU SEEK 3 TICKETS, TOURS & TRANSIT 5 CIVIL WAR ATTRACTIONS 8 HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS 11 THE ARTS 13 WINE, HOPS & SPIRITS STAY CONNECTED FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 15 DINING 17 Holidays in the ‘burg www.tinyurl.com/visitfred www.twitter.com/visitfred 18 OFF THE PATH ADVENTURES www.instagram.com/visitfred 20 FAMILY FUN www.youtube.com/user/FredericksburgVA 22 RECREATION www.pinterest.com/visitfred 24 LODGING 28 MAPS WONDER WHAT’S GOING ON IN THE FREDERICKSBURG REGION? FOLLOW THE "CALL ME FRED" BLOG AT VISITFRED.COM INTRODUCTION: TAKE THE SCENIC ROUTE THERE’S SOMETHING TO SEE AROUND EVERY CORNER IN THE FREDERICKSBURG REGION. FROM THE WILDERNESS BATTLEFIELD JUST OFF U.S. 3 IN SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY, TO ST. GEORGE’S WHICH TOWERS OVER PRINCESS ANNE STREET IN DOWNTOWN FREDERICKSBURG, TO THE LUSH WILDERNESS OF WIDEWATER STATE PARK IN STAFFORD COUNTY, JUST A QUICK JAUNT OFF U.S. 1. A VANTAGE POINT FOR EVERY VIEW: THE HISTORY BUFF. THE BOOKWORM. THE ADVENTURE SEEKER. THE FOODIE. TAKE A QUICK TOUR AND SEE FOR YOURSELF: HISTORY – The region is the cradle that American history SHOPPING – Downtown Fredericksburg offers a vibrant shopping sprang from. Revolutionary history is alive here, at the MARY district. Find artworks from a variety of local creators of LIBERTY WASHINGTON HOUSE, home to the mother of George TOWN ARTS WORKSHOP, three floors of used books at the Washington; Washington’s own homeplace FERRY FARM; his charming RIVERBY BOOKS, handmade wooden goods at FRASER friend’s business, the HUGH MERCER APOTHECARY SHOP; and WOOD ELEMENTS and designer women’s clothes at MONKEES. his sister’s home HISTORIC KENMORE, which features breathtaking The region also offers shopping destinations. SPOTSYLVANIA plaster ceilings. The FREDERICKSBURG SPOTSYLVANIA TOWNE CENTRE’S VILLAGE is a day-trip in itself, with upscale HNATIONAL MILITARY PARK is an expansive system of civil war sites, Sshops, a wide selection of food and recreation options. Looking for from CHATHAM MANOR to the FREDERICKSBURG BATTLEFIELD something with a little more timeworn? DEEP CREEK VINTAGE is a and the WILDERNESS AND CHANCELLORSVILLE BATTLEFIELDS. haven for antique collectors. See the wide expanse of local history at the FREDERICKSBURG AREA MUSEUM or the SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY MUSEUM TASTE BUDS – From ADVENTURE BREWING to ZIBIBBO 73 and take in the stunning vistas that inspired impressionist GARI TRATTORIA, cuisine in the region reflects its diverse history and culture. MELCHERS at his home and studio, now a museum, Belmont. You can eat and drink like a local, whether that’s at the region’s many A look into a collection of rare aircraft at the SHANNON AIR wineries and breweries—try out our newest brewery, BARLEY NAKED MUSEUM; follow the journey of African Americans in Spotsylvania BREWING COMPANY — or our world renown A. SMITH BOWMAN STAY CONNECTED County at JOHN J. WRIGHT EDUCATIONAL & CULTURAL CENTER DISTILLERY, or award winning restaurants FOODE, LA PETITE AUBERGE, FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA MUSEUM or visit the RAPPAHANNOCK RAILROAD MUSEUM to AMY’S CAFÉ, ORLEANS BISTRO & GRILL, CAPITAL ALE HOUSE, THE learn railroad history and a quick ride on the little yellow train. CONFIDENT RABBIT and MASON DIXON CAFÉ among many others. TThere’s something for every taste. ADVENTURE – Outdoor enthusiasts have a vibrant river ecosystem to explore. Take a river trip by canoe, kayak, tube or stand up paddle board from the VIRGINIA OUTDOOR CENTER. There are more THERE’S SO MUCH TO SEE IN BETWEEN: bodies of water to explore with MOTT’S RUN RESERVOIR and LAKE GALLERIES, PERFORMANCES, EVENTS, VISTAS. ANNA STATE PARK close by. RIVER ROCK OUTFITTER in downtown We’re making history every day in Fredericksburg makes adventuring easier than ever, offering supplies and tours of the region’s outdoor destinations. Hikers also have plenty the Fredericksburg region. to explore at the region’s parks and the many trails, including the Arecently opened BELMONT-FERRY FARM TRAIL. TICKETS, TOURS & TRANSIT BATTLEFIELD GUIDE SERVICE — JOHN CUMMINGS ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOURS Two hour tour of Spotsylvania Court House District and Each tour lasts about 90 minutes and begins and ends in Historic Spotsylvania Battlefield Park using then and now imagery with Market Square, at 907 Princess Anne Street. “Bricks and Boards” is period photographs and drawings. conducted each Saturday, April through mid- October, beginning at 10:00 am. “This Old Town” is conducted once a month beginning at Info: 540-455-0228 | [email protected] http://spotsylvaniacw.blogspot.com 11:30 am. Check with the Fredericksburg Visitor Center for the exact schedule. Arrangements can be made for group tours on other days or during the off-season. CIVIL WAR PARK TOURS Info: 540-809-3918 | [email protected] Union Army’s Valley Forge Tours - Tour on foot, by bus or car to remains of a Union Army camp, hut sites, and gun batteries built in early 1863 after defeats at Fredericksburg and the “Mud March” olde skool pedal tours a period survivors often referred to as their Army’s Valley Forge. A unique way to see historic downtown Fredericksburg. Historical Children free. tours by day and pub crawls at night. Pedal bike seats 15 people. Adults $5 donation to Stafford Historical Society. Info: 540-424-7092 | www.oldeskooltours.com Info: 540-273-6635 FREDERICKSBURG TIMELESS TICKET The Fredericksburg Timeless ticket is your guide to our finest historic landmarks. Purchase a Timeless Ticket at the Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania or Stafford Visitor Centers and receive reduced one-time admission to the most frequently visited attractions including Fredericksburg area battlefields. The Timeless Ticket contains a map and information about participating area museums and historic sites. The Fredericksburg Timeless Ticket is undated and doesn’t expire. If you don’t visit all the museums and historic attractions during your visit, just save your ticket for your next visit to the Fredericksburg area. THE TICKET OFFERS: KENMORE • MARY WASHINGTON HOUSE • RISING SUN TAVERN • GEORGE WASHINGTON’S FERRY FARM GARI MELCHERS HOME AND STUDIO • HUGH MERCER APOTHECARY SHOP • JAMES MONROE MUSEUM FREDERICKSBURG AREA BATTLEFIELDS • FREDERICKSBURG AREA MUSEUM AND CULTURE CENTER $32.00 for adults, one free student (ages 6 to 18) ticket to each ticket-purchasing adult. Additional student tickets at $10.00 each. Children 5 and under are free. The Fredericksburg Timeless Ticket offers a 40 percent savings over individual admission. The Day Pass offers 24 hours to redeem admission to the same nine attractions as the Timeless Ticket. Day Passes are $16.00 per adult and $5.00 per student with one free student ticket per each adult ticket purchased. 3 Tickets, Tours and Transit VisitFred.com Flavors of Fredericksburg A food tour garnished with history. Walk through historic downtown, sample some great food & visit historical highlights. TRANSIT OPTIONS Info: 540-656-7272 | www.flavorsoffredericksburg.com d.c. by rail Take the train to D.C.! The Fredericksburg Region is only 50 miles wine, brew and spirits tours from our nation’s capital. Virginia Railway Express (VRE) and Amtrak Hop on a tour for a great way to experience the local crafted provide great access to Union Station, the museums and monuments. distillery, wineries and breweries in the region. Both trains depart from the station in Old Town Fredericksburg. Also Info: Fred Vegas Brew Tours 540-846-0904 catch the VRE at the Leeland Road and Brooke Stations in Stafford or FXBG Brewery Tours 540-371-0765 the NEW Spotsylvania Station at Crossroads Parkway. Get times/rates Trolley Tours of Fredericksburg 540-898-0737 from area visitor centers. Info: Amtrak www.amtrak.com | VRE www.vre.org ghost tours From its Colonial past to the horrors it endured during four major Fredericksburg regional Civil War battles, Fredericksburg is one of the most haunted cities in America! Tales of past lives, both famous and infamous, will engulf transit those earth bound who dare partake of the leisurely paced 90 minute “FRED Bus” provides local, fully accessible transportation candlelit guided walk through the haunted streets of Fredericksburg! for area visitors. Call ahead, limited weekend and evening service. Let our costumed guides help you experience the paranormal activity Info: 540-372-1222 option “0” for info or assistance | www.ridefred.com lurking around every corner! Combining history with tales of the still lurking dead, you will experience what Fredericksburg Hauntings has to offer. There is more history, more battles and more GHOSTS in airports Fredericksburg than in any other city in America! Several major air transportation hubs service the Fredericksburg area. Info: 540-226-8378 | www.fredericksburghauntings.com Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport 703-417-8000 | www.flyreagan.com Hallowed ground tours Richmond International Airport Guides give historic and battlefield tours in Spotsylvania, 804-226-3000 | www.flyrichmond.com Fredericksburg and Stafford from the client’s vehicle — cars, vans or Washington Dulles International Airport buses, generally by appointment. Visa and MC accepted. 703-572-2700 | www.flydulles.com Info: 540-809-3918 | www.hallowedgroundtours.com Shannon Airport 540-373-4431 | www.shannonezf.com olde towne carriage tours Stafford Regional Airport You can visit Fredericksburg the way our founding fathers did — 540-658-1212 | www.staffordairport.com by horse and carriage! A variety of tours are offered, including daily seasonal tours (weather permitting) depar ting from the Fredericksburg Visitor Center, to private evening tours, and special events such as ghost tours, holiday rides, weddings and after dinner tours. EVENTS: TOURS Info: 540-371-0094 | www.oldetownecarriages.com APRIL Fredericksburg Garden Day of Historic u.s. tours Garden Week in Virginia Daily sightseeing tours from Fredericksburg to Washington, D.C. Let someone else have the hassle of driving. DECEMBER Historic Fredericksburg Foundation’s Candlelight Tour of Historic Homes Info: 800-863-6333 trolley tours of fredericksburg tours — Fredericksburg CIVIL WAR TOURS 75-minute trolley tours of the historic district are offered daily.