Quick Summary: Wytheville is a small town in Southern Virginia at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Founded in 1792 on 100 acres of land, the town once stood at the junction of two of America’s great western roads, the Peppers Ferry Trail, and the Ingles Ferry. It’s namesake, George Wythe, was among those who signed the United States Declaration of Independence. Visitors come to Wytheville for the outdoor beauty, the small town charm and the unique local history.


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1. Big Walker Lookout ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Big Walker Lookout | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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2. Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
© Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum

3. Beagle Ridge Herb Farm

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Beagle Ridge Herb Farm | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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4. Wytheville’s Smallest Church

Wytheville’s Smallest Church | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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5. Thomas J Boyd Museum

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Thomas J Boyd Museum | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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6. Haller-Gibboney Rock House Museum

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Haller-Gibboney Rock House Museum | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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7. Old Fort Antique Mall

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Old Fort Antique Mall | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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8. Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theater

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Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theater | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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9. Skeeter’s Hot Dogs

Skeeter’s Hot Dogs | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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10. Cobb Hill Alpaca Farm

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Cobb Hill Alpaca Farm | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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11. Seven Sisters Brewery

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Seven Sisters Brewery | Things to Do in Wytheville, Virginia
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