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 Historical Attractions
Historical attractions include, Ash-Lawn Highland, Michie Tavern , Montpelier and Monticello. The Presidents' Pass, a combination discounted ticket for touring Monticello, Ash Lawn-Highland, and Michie Tavern, ca. 1784 Museum can be purchased from any of these three participating sites. 
 Parks and Trails
Albemarle County also has nine parks which offer over 2,000 acres for active and passive leisure activities, including swimming beaches, picnic shelters, canoe rentals, boat launches, and fishing piers. Explore all the family friendly amenities of county parks with a handy matrix that

Currently, Albemarle has 28.5 miles of trails which can be used for a walking, running, and hiking. Trails are often graded for difficulty so that you can select the best path and distance for your needs, whether walking with children or jogging with a friend.

Walnut Creek Park has 15 miles of single-track high quality, responsibly designed, multi-use trails ideal for mountain bikers ranging from casual to the serious enthusiast.
 
 Suggested Travel Trails

Monticello Wine Trail
Discover the Birthplace of American Wine. The Commonwealth of Virginia is the 5th largest producer of wine in the United States, with the Monticello Wine Trail as its crown-jewel, truly fulfilling Jefferson’s vision of winemaking in Virginia. The Monticello Wine Trail remains the wine world’s best kept secret, where boutique wineries produce small quantities of high-quality wines, shared with family, friends and visitors. 

Brew Ridge Trail
Popular craft breweries are creating phenomenal product in scenic locations, of course, Albemarle County is one!  Many other craft breweries and distilleries can be found on the Brew Ridge Trail.

Monticello Golf Trail
Green Golfing takes on a whole new meaning with the addition of the World’s First Green Golf Trail, the Monticello Golf Trail, you can enjoy the game and maintain your commitment to environmental sustainability.  
 
 Local Visitor Centers

The local tourism office, the Charlottesville Albemarle Convention & Visitors Bureau (CACVB) operates two visitor centers. Both centers provide many travel services including same-day hotel reservations, local and statewide travel information, brochures, guides, maps, and more.

The Downtown Visitor Center is located directly across from City Hall on the east end of the Downtown Mall (610 East Main Street). Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Visitor Satellite Office – Albemarle County is located within the County Office Building (401 McIntire Road).  Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

The Visitors Bureau also offers assistance to media, meeting planners and group tour operators. To learn more go online to www.visitcharlottesville.org.