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1. Old Town Alexandria ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Old Town Alexandria
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2. Virginia Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Virginia Beach
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3. Williamsburg, Virginia

Williamsburg, Virginia
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4. Shenandoah National Park

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Shenandoah National Park
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5. Abingdon, Virginia

Abingdon, Virginia
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6. Winchester

Winchester
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7. Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge

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Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
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8. George Washington Birthplace National Monument

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George Washington Birthplace National Monument
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9. Charlottesville

Charlottesville
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10. Staunton, Virginia for Couples

Staunton, Virginia for Couples
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11. Richmond, Virginia

Richmond, Virginia
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12. Norfolk

Norfolk
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13. Roanoke

Roanoke
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14. Virginia’s Natural Bridge Park

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Virginia’s Natural Bridge Park
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15. Manassas National Battlefield Park

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Manassas National Battlefield Park
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16. Bristol

Bristol
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17. Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historic Park

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Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historic Park
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18. Appomattox Court House National Historic Park

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Appomattox Court House National Historic Park
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19. Blue Ridge Parkway

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Blue Ridge Parkway
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20. Smithfield

Smithfield
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21. Virginia Creeper Trail

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Virginia Creeper Trail
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22. Luray Caverns

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Luray Caverns
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Virginia is a beautiful vacation destination, filled with historical attractions, sandy beaches and the Blue Ridge Mountains where visitors can spot an array of species of birds and land animals. The birthplace of eight U.S. Presidents, Virginia has a rich history and many well-preserved historical sites. Here are the best Virginia day trip destinations, including Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, Charlottesville, Norfolk, Alexandria, Roanoke and Hampton.

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