Quick Summary:

  • Where is Gordonsville located?
    • Gordonsville is a small, charming Southern town in Orange County in Virginia, about 20 miles from Charlottesville and 65 miles from Richmond.
  • What role did Gordonsville play in the Civil War?


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. The Exchange Hotel Civil War Medical Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Exchange Hotel Civil War Medical Museum | Things to Do in Gordonsville, Virginia
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2. Horton Vineyards ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Horton Vineyards | Things to Do in Gordonsville, Virginia
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3. Raindrops in Virginia

Raindrops in Virginia | Things to Do in Gordonsville, Virginia
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4. The Barbeque Exchange

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The Barbeque Exchange | Things to Do in Gordonsville, Virginia
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5. Honah Lee Vineyard

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Honah Lee Vineyard | Things to Do in Gordonsville, Virginia
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6. Oakland Heights Farm

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Oakland Heights Farm | Things to Do in Gordonsville, Virginia
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7. Raptor’s Roost Disc Golf

Raptor’s Roost Disc Golf | Things to Do in Gordonsville, Virginia
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Gordonsville’s Historic District is great place for exploring on foot, with quaint shops, art galleries and antique stores.

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