Title: Luray Travel Guide: Best of Luray, Virginia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Luray](https://expedia.co.uk/Luray-Hotels.d6056892.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Luray](https://expedia.co.uk/Luray-Holiday-Rentals.d6056892.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Luray](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Luray.d6056892.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Luray Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Luray.d6056892.Car-Hire-Guide)[Luray Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Luray.d6056892.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Luray Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Luray which includes mountains and hiking or walking as well as an individual child](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/fe9fe5c7-bace-4d29-ae05-32d7ad69a290.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Luray which includes forest scenes and autumn leaves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/5e21eac7-c56b-4b05-9587-59e67b86c91c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Luray featuring farmland and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/11c4dba5-de68-49bd-ac00-dc303754bc2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Luray which includes landscape views and fall colors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/e8d163b9-34d8-46e9-8d57-edb3f6e56cbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Luray which includes hiking or walking and mountains as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/ef323379-a696-4cef-baa4-8284b90d2b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Luray Things to do #### Delve into eerie limestone caves, take a trip down Shenandoah River or discover the magnificent vistas on the Blue Ridge Mountains from this Virginian town. Luray is a quaint town on the banks of Hawksbill Creek in Page County, Virginia. This Shenandoah Valley town features a charming historic downtown area and a range of exciting outdoor adventure opportunities, such as caving, whitewater rafting, fishing, boating and hunting. Use Luray as a base for your visit to Shenandoah National Park, Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains or the Luray Caverns. Explore Luray’s downtown district to see residential, commercial and institutional buildings from the 19th and 20th centuries. Visit the Luray Singing Tower, also known as the Belle Brown Northcott Memorial, to see the impressive 1930s bell tower. Bell recitals are played on the tower’s carillon throughout the spring, summer and fall. Opposite the bell tower, find the Luray Caverns. This awe-inspiring cave is the largest in the east United States and features natural formations. Join a tour and explore the depths of the eerie underground caves to see stalactites, stalagmites, spectacular rock draperies and alabaster columns. Experience the Great Stalacpipe Organ, a remarkable formation that can be used as a musical instrument. Nearby, find the Garden Maze, a half-mile (800-metre) hedge maze. Experience the stunning Shenandoah Valley sights. Begin a river trip on the south fork of the Shenandoah River or Lake Arrowhead and go boating, whitewater rafting or fishing. Discover the lush, forested landscape of Shenandoah National Park on a scenic trip along Skyline Drive. This mountain-ridge road offers Blue Ridge Mountain views and is particularly beautiful in the fall, when the colour in the leaves begins to turn. Reach hiking trails from the road, including a section of the Appalachian Trail. Keep watch for black bears, deer and other wildlife when hiking. Luray is located in Shenandoah Valley, Virginia. The nearest airport is Dulles International Airport, 78.4 miles (126.1 kilometres) away. Use Luray as a base for adventures in the outdoors during warm summers and snowy winters or as a scenic stopover on your Virginia road trip. - Top hotels in Luray - Top Holiday Rentals in Luray ![Mimslyn Inn Historic Hotels Of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9770000/9760500/9760491/5175eb5d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mimslyn Inn Historic Hotels Of America 401 W Main St Luray VA £76 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Luray. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) I think this is the cutest place to stay that makes you feel warm and cozy! I like the views from the Terrance on the third floor too. I would stay here every time I came to this area. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=9760491&PinnedHotelID=9760491&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056892) ![Days Inn by Wyndham Luray Shenandoah](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/431400/431346/6784cb01_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Luray Shenandoah 138 Whispering Hill Rd Luray VA £56 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Luray. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Luray Caverns ... 6.6/10 (1,002 reviews) The room was clean, the service was fast, and the grounds were well kept. Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=431346&PinnedHotelID=431346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056892) ![Skyland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/421600/421517/d6e7d735_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Skyland Skyline Dr Mile 41.7 & 42.5 Luray VA £165 20 Apr - 21 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Luray. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful location. The current administration should invest funds in the National Parks, rather than divesting from them, and rather than spending untold, mismanaged, hundreds of millions on ballrooms and personal jets. This historied encampment deserves to be kept up ... Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=421517&PinnedHotelID=421517&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056892) [See all 1,022 properties in Luray](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6056892) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cozy Bear Cottage! Hot Tub! Warm toasty fireplace!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42620000/42617400/42617315/32780271_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy Bear Cottage! Hot Tub! Warm toasty fireplace! Luray VA Stay at this cabin in Luray. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Luray Caverns and Dukes of Hazzard Museum are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luray-Hotels-A-Cozy-Bear-Cottage-Clean-And-Secluded.h42617315.Hotel-Information) ![Beautiful River Front Cabin with Mountain views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33490500/33490433/ae0a971a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beautiful River Front Cabin with Mountain views Luray VA Stay at this cabin in Luray. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Luray Caverns and Dukes of Hazzard Museum are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (258 reviews) Our host was amazing, the cabin was beautiful and it was perfect Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luray-Hotels-Romantic-River-Front-Log-Cabin-Beautiful-Mountain-Views.h33490433.Hotel-Information) ![Magical Riverfront Retreat in Luray – Cozy Getaway with Stunning Views!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67276000/67275918/f513af4a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Magical Riverfront Retreat in Luray – Cozy Getaway with Stunning Views! Luray VA Stay at this cabin in Luray. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Chalybeate Spring and Fort Valley Public Library are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (187 reviews) The property is in a very nice setting and kept very well. Great views and super fire pit! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Luray hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056892&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056892&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056892&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056892&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056892&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056892&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056892&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056892&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![This picture is actually the ceiling and it;s reflection in a very shallow pool. A little touristy, but still a great cavern to explore. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/241fac2f-49c9-46d8-b451-241c0490d6b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luray Caverns Enjoy the mountain views and explore Luray Caverns, a lovely green space in Luray. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luray-Caverns-Luray.d6093221.Attraction) ![Shenandoah National Park showing mountains and a sunset as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635796065082/b2773af4-d8e3-488e-9aff-6a760c065587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stony Man Explore the great outdoors at Stony Man and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Luray. You can seek out the hiking trails in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Stony-Man-Luray.d553248635796065082.Attraction) ![View of the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains at sunrise, from the Massanutten Storybook Trail in Luray, Virginia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661802/15729418-c647-4ccc-be68-3c46f9549672.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Massanutten Storybook Trail You can take time to visit Massanutten Storybook Trail during your travels to Luray. Discover the area's mountain views and shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Massanutten-Storybook-Trail-Luray.d553248621532661802.Attraction) ![Shenandoah National Park which includes mountains, forest scenes and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661700/46b52d28-3e6a-4d34-805a-45744062710c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mary's Rock Summit Trailhead Hike along rugged terrain and amid areas of verdant forest to reach one of the tallest peaks of Shenandoah National Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marys-Rock-Summit-Trailhead-Luray.d553248621532661700.Attraction) ![Eight foot tall hedges creating a pathway of puzzlement, misting fog, and endless confusion! Travel past fountains, through hidden tunnels, and over a lookout tower. ​ Navigate your way through twists and turns while searching for hidden goals on a mission to discover the secret of the maze. Unravel the mystery of the largest hedge maze in the Mid-Atlantic states - a one acre ornamental garden at Luray Caverns. It is a fun filled activity for people of all age groups. The Garden of Maze is right next to the Luray Caverns. So if you plan a trip to see Luray Caverns, you can visit the maze too. Just let loose, get lost and be found at the maze ;) Tip: The view from the lookout tower is beautiful like this one. Just sit back, take in the beauty and relax here. Also, its fun to see people getting lost in the maze ;P](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/5db3e302-4513-4229-98a0-77b76cd3a820.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns Take the family on an outing to The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns during your trip to Luray. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Garden-Maze-At-Luray-Caverns-Luray.d553248621561864646.Attraction) ![The beautiful tiger at the Luray Rescue Zoo. This zoo holds animals that are unable to be cared for any more or should never have become House pets to begin with. The man that owns the place was born and raised in an animal loving family and his respect and love for the animals show through his interactions and knowledge. You can schedule a behind the scenes tour of the zoo if you call ahead. During this tour I was able to pet a porcupine, feeds goats, feed bananas to a lemur, and feed the tiger pictured. An amazing zoo with an amazing story #lurayzoo #rescuezoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/730d2ad1-03d0-4b93-960c-17e58d1e3079.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo home during your holiday in Luray? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luray-Zoo-A-Rescue-Zoo-Luray.d553248621532661740.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47506659/9985a351-e3b7-4b47-ba5c-a4b314e90fd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour £18 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/great-smoky-shenandoah-national-park-driving-audio-tour.a47506659.activity-details) ![Indulge in Flavor: A delightful lunch plate featuring three scrumptious sliders including, a savory roast beef slider, chicken and salmon sliders, Then! A sweet finish with dessert and tasty truffles!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49776432/0321a302-8a25-4cde-b5ec-af69d583ff40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Learning Lunch of Wine and Food Pairing with Winemaker Donna £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/learning-lunch-of-wine-and-food-pairing-with-winemaker-donna.a49776432.activity-details) ![You'll gain a solid knowledge of wine basics, pairing concepts, and tasting techniques, enabling you to explore and savor wines with a newfound expertise. Cheers to a voyage of flavor and discovery!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49776010/16b035ea-e04e-4a17-984f-8e4b198ba6ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wine Bootcamp - Led by our winemaker £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wine-bootcamp-led-by-our-winemaker.a49776010.activity-details) [See all activities in Luray](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Luray.d6056892.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Luray ![Hiking the Rapidan Camp Trail In Shenandoah National Park Sunday...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621587527594/f6a56ac8-3979-478a-b1d6-85eaca915915.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Syria ![Just by the Skyland amphitheater is a building, on the top of an incline, facing west to Luray down below. There are four rooms here all with this breathtaking view made all the more gorgeous as the sun travels overhead and changes the color of the world below. At night, the stars are so vibrant that they can be seen while laying in bed. In the evening, the sunset is such an explosion of color it paints the walls. But in the early morning hours as the sun rises, it climbs on the other side of the mountain and slowly, gently, spreads over the valley floor. On this particular morning, it was below freezing and fog spread out through the valley, looking like a white ocean with waves that billowed and changed. The sun slowly burned away the fog, exposing a frost-covered land, and for a moment it felt like we were viewing the depths of a snowflake. If you go to Skyland Resort in Shenandoah, spend the extra bucks for a good room with a view. Nearly all rooms overlook this valley in some way, but we splurged for a king bed and were so lucky to see this sight every morning with a warm cup of coffee in hand. #findyourpark #mountains #nature #virginia #hiking #roadtrips](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056892/892b7413-325e-419b-827d-44e7e77a5574.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Skyland ![Aerial view of a sun-kissed mountain ridge covered in lush green trees, with a distant row of houses nestled among the foliage, Rileyville, Virginia, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000460641/bad72270-a16a-490e-beda-635572866b9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rileyville ### Other places like Luray - Cities near Luray - Places of interest [Syria](https://expedia.co.uk/Syria.dx184113)[Skyland](https://expedia.co.uk/Skyland.dx3000008006)[Rileyville](https://expedia.co.uk/Rileyville.dx3000460641) - [Luray Caverns ](https://expedia.co.uk/Luray-Caverns-Luray.d6093221.Attraction) - [Mary's Rock Summit Trailhead ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marys-Rock-Summit-Trailhead-Luray.d553248621532661700.Attraction) - [The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Garden-Maze-At-Luray-Caverns-Luray.d553248621561864646.Attraction) - [Shenandoah National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Shenandoah-National-Park-Virginia.d6025893.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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