Title: Lexington Travel Guide: Best of Lexington, Virginia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lexington](https://expedia.co.uk/Lexington-Hotels.d6056914.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Lexington](https://expedia.co.uk/Lexington-Holiday-Rentals.d6056914.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Lexington](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Lexington.d6056914.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Lexington Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lexington.d6056914.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lexington Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lexington.d6056914.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lexington Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Natural Bridge Virginia which includes a bridge and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056914/753a6f5b-7d9d-48ba-899c-b7850e0ab2a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Natural Bridge Virginia featuring a garden and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056914/6388ef04-97bd-49a8-98a0-8166ee15c3b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Natural Bridge Virginia which includes a garden and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056914/56990f65-8f3e-4efd-99dd-9a98013b3c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lexington which includes a garden and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056914/19fc7c6b-4f37-4140-a4d4-06203404fd38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Natural Bridge Virginia showing a river or creek and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056914/66496510-92b5-4f84-8f8a-09fad137f1d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lexington Things to do #### Try the wines at a nearby vineyard and learn about a Confederate general and his battles in the military institute. Lexington is a charming town known for its military museums and universities. It features an intriguing historic downtown district and plenty of outdoor activities in the surrounding Shenandoah Valley. Chat with locals in the Old Town area for a glimpse of the community’s friendly nature. Learn about regional history with a trip to the Virginia Military Institute, which has a college and the VMI Museum. Explore the impressive buildings and notice cadets walking purposefully across this stunning campus. See the firearms collection and find out about the military history of the area. At the George C. Marshall Museum, inspect the Nobel Peace Prize he received for creating the Marshall Plan that helped restore Europe’s economy after World War II. Among the most notable figures in Lexington’s history is Stonewall Jackson, a Confederate general who taught at the military institute. Visit the solemn Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery and see the Stonewall Jackson Grave, which features a statue of the military leader. Enjoy a summer road trip around the picturesque countryside. Taste the reds, whites and rosés at the Rockbridge Vineyard in nearby Raphine. Further northwest is Douthat State Park in the Allegheny Mountains. Go fishing, swimming and boating on its large lake and stay overnight at a campsite. Travel south for the Foamhenge replica of the iconic British Stonehenge ruins. Nearby are Butterflies at the Bridge and the Virginia Safari Park. Drive through the park to spot zebras, elk and deer. Feed giraffes, observe Bengal tigers and pet a mob of kangaroos. In winter’s cold, the nearby Toy Museum at Natural Bridge of Virginia is an ideal place to bring your family. Lexington is the county seat of Rockbridge County in northwestern Virginia. It is about 60 miles (90 kilometres) east of the West Virginia border. Arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport and drive west for about 3 hours to find the town. Enjoy Lexington’s fascinating military history, scenic surroundings and many family-fun activities. - Top hotels in Lexington - Top Holiday Rentals in Lexington ![Best Western Lexington Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24600/24544/a0ea9be7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Lexington Inn 850 N Lee Highway Lexington VA £60 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) Everything was clean and staff was lovely today Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=24544&PinnedHotelID=24544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056914) ![Hampton Inn Lexington-Historic District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/199800/199780/092f8f99_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn Lexington-Historic District 401 E Nelson St Lexington VA £89 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (878 reviews) cookie jar with fresh cookies is a good start. Coffee at all hours is another bonus. Breakfast bar is terrific with an attentive cook. Room was clean and as expected. 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Had everything we possibly needed without bringing extras to the house. Can't say enough great things about Alex and her home Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lexington-Hotels-Acres-Of-Woods-To-Do-Your-Own-Hiking.h66149833.Hotel-Information) ![Water Trough Hill - Views of Lexington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83460000/83454200/83454126/c3dd1ea0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Water Trough Hill - Views of Lexington Buena Vista VA Stay at this holiday home in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Virginia Horse Center and Alumni Memorial Field are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews) Very nice property, exactly as advertised. Check-in/check-out process was effortless, host was very helpful. Highly recommend this property if you are in the Buena Vista/Lexington, VA area. 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