About Staunton
Nestled in the Shenandoah Valley between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, Staunton is Virginia's most charming small city — a walkable downtown of Victorian architecture, award-winning restaurants, and the American Shakespeare Center's Blackfriars Playhouse. The birthplace of Woodrow Wilson, Staunton anchors a region of stunning natural beauty and deep American history.
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Best Time to Visit
Fall (October) for Shenandoah Valley foliage; spring for wildflowers on Skyline Drive; summer for Shakespeare performances at Blackfriars.
Getting There
Charlottesville-Albemarle (CHO) is 35 miles east; Dulles (IAD) is 130 miles north. I-81 runs directly through Staunton.
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Plan Your Visit to Staunton
Best Time to Visit
Fall (October) for Shenandoah Valley foliage; spring for wildflowers on Skyline Drive; summer for Shakespeare performances at Blackfriars.
Suggested Trip Length
A long weekend
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Getting There
Charlottesville-Albemarle (CHO) is 35 miles east; Dulles (IAD) is 130 miles north. I-81 runs directly through Staunton.
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