Appomattox

Washington, the national capital, is 140 miles (225 kilometers) northeast of Appomattox, while Charlottesville is 50 miles (80 kilometers) to the north.

When it comes to getting the most out of your vacation, keep in mind that Appomattox is just the tip of the iceberg; Central Virginia has been blessed with an abundance of wonderful places to visit. Amherst and Brookneal are just two of the many other places worth seeing while you're in Central Virginia.

Lynchburg is 18 miles (29 kilometers) from Appomattox. This center offers a number of interesting things to see, including Red Hill Patrick Henry National Memorial, Candlers Station and Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest. Lynchburg College and Liberty University are other interesting sights that should be high on every visitor's to-do list.

If the weather forecast makes you want to head indoors, visit Central Virginia's history museums.

For those who feel it's important to collect valuable insights as well as souvenirs on their travels, Appomattox offers a range of specialist activities, such as winery tours. If you're the kind of traveler who prefers to take the slow lane while holidaying, this region is great for shore fishing and bird watching.

Sadly, vacations can't last forever, so when it's time fly home, head to the nearest major airport in Lynchburg, 20 miles (32 kilometers) away.