Local Attractions: Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson – 4 miles Michie Tavern, 18th century tavern and tours – 4 miles Ash Lawn Highland, home of the 5th U.S. President, James Monroe – 15-minute drive Barboursville Historic Ruins and Vineyards – 18 miles Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway – 30-minute drive Montpelier, lifelong home of James Madison – 45-minute drive The Charlottesville Visitor's Bureau has a wealth of information: http://www.charlottesville.org. There are also a number of local wineries including our wedding site, Veritas. Check out The Monticello Wine Trail for inspiration: http://www.monticellowinetrail.com/#/home. The pedestrian mall adjacent to the Omni has coffee houses, restaurants, shops, galleries a movie theater and ice rink. |